Business Details
20 Years
experience
Architectural Color Consulting for Real Estate
Founded in 2006, Color Design Development Group is a premier architectural color consultancy that transforms real estate through strategic color applications. With over 25 years of industry expertise, our firm specializes in creating market-driven color palettes that elevate curb appeal, enhance brand identity, and increase property value for commercial and multifamily housing portfolios. By integrating design psychology, architectural insight, and regional market trends, we deliver solutions that boost leasing velocity and create visually compelling environments.Our proprietary color strategies have revitalized over 500,000 units across 27 states, serving developers, property managers, and design professionals who recognize color as a critical business positioning tool. Our three-phase processon-site analysis, conceptual design, and detailed color documentationensures precision execution tailored to each property's unique needs.
Services
Exterior Color Consulting
Interior Finishes Design
Color Strategy Development
Property Branding
On-site Analysis
Curb Appeal Enhancement
Design Psychology Applications
Portfolio Color Coordination
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized architectural color expertise
- Our team has colorized over 500,000 units nationwide
- We implement a proven three-phase transformation process
- We provide market-driven color strategies with measurable ROI
- Our founder holds IACC-certified color science credentials
Associations and certifications
- International Association of Color Consultants (IACC)
What people say
Great Communicator
Professional color schemes
Highly recommend
Timely and open
Transformative impact
Services
Architectural Color Consulting
Transform real estate through expert color applications that combine design psychology and market research. Our consultants create strategic palettes that increase property value, accelerate leasing, and modernize aging communities. With nationwide experience since 2006, we deliver customized solutions that align with brand identity and regional trends.
Exterior Color Analysis
Conduct comprehensive on-site analysis to develop color schemes that enhance architectural features. Our three-phase process includes photographic documentation, conceptual design with photorealistic renderings, and detailed placement guides for flawless execution. This service revitalizes property exteriors while maintaining market competitiveness through regionally appropriate color choices.
Interior Finish Selection
Create cohesive interior color schemes that align with brand standards and tenant preferences. Our team coordinates finishes across common areas and unit interiors, using color psychology principles to create inviting environments. This service supports property managers in maintaining consistent visual identity while maximizing resident satisfaction and retention.
Property Branding
Develop color-coded brand systems that reinforce property identity and market positioning. We create unified visual languages through coordinated signage, way-finding systems, and marketing materials. Our branding solutions help developers and property managers differentiate assets in competitive markets while maintaining long-term aesthetic consistency.
Design Psychology Applications
Apply scientific color theory to influence tenant behavior and emotional responses. Our experts use research-backed palettes that enhance leasing velocity by appealing to target demographics. This service translates psychological principles into practical color applications that create welcoming environments while driving business results through improved occupancy rates.
People
Kimberly Nimis Shaw
Founder & CEO
Industry leader with 25+ years creating color strategies for real estate. IACC-certified consultant combining neuroscience with market research to develop revenue-driving color solutions for multifamily and commercial properties.
Alanna Laten
Chief Operating Officer
Business strategist specializing in operational growth and team development. Brings expertise in scaling operations while maintaining quality standards, with background in sales leadership and business management for design firms.
Questions
What types of properties do you work with?
We specialize in multifamily housing, commercial properties, student housing, senior living, and master-planned communities nationwide, handling both new construction and renovation projects.
How does your color consulting process work?
Our three-phase approach includes on-site analysis, conceptual design with photorealistic renderings, and detailed color documentation for contractors, ensuring precise implementation of our color strategies.
Do you work outside the United States?
While primarily serving all 50 US states, we've completed international projects in Mexico and Egypt. Contact us to discuss specific requirements for out-of-country properties.
What qualifications do your consultants hold?
Our founder holds IACC certification in color consultancy, combining formal training in color science with decades of real estate industry experience across diverse property types.
How long does a typical project take?
Project duration varies by scope but typically runs 4-8 weeks from initial consultation through final documentation. We coordinate timelines with property management schedules to minimize disruption.
