3. Create calm with blue 'In this space, the monochromatic color scheme was a deliberate choice to evoke a sense of calm and cohesion,' explains Houston-based interior designer Marie Flanigan.

For example, this Birmingham butler's pantry features a monochromatic blood orange palette that makes the area feel like a unique destination before leading into the adjacent apricot-colored library.

After selecting a color for your monochromatic color scheme, use tints, tones and shades of that color to create a color palette. Why white? White isn’t just a single shade.

If you've opted for a timeless black and white kitchen, it needn't feel cold and stark if you add some clever accents in warmer tones and textured materials.

Choose a color scheme based on your style of decor If you know that you’re going to go with a particular style of decor—Art Deco, rustic, mid-century modern, etc.—pick colors that work with ...

A monochromatic color scheme can suggest the ultimate sanctuary, a place to relax and decompress, leaving the day’s stresses at the door. Highlighting a tone-on-tone look can encourage a sense ...

A monochromatic color scheme is when you choose one base color and work out your other shades from there within that same color family. It’s a less obvious version of ombre.