Writings
The following articles were authored by Colour Studio founder Jill Pilaroscia. Also follow our new blog.
- Jill Pilaroscia: Give Color a Chance
Interview with Rebecca Firestone on The Architect's Take. - An artist who colors it all
Profile by Edward Guthmann
Jill Pilaroscia writes of discovering the large color canvas. - Colorful Character
Commercial property owners looking for ways to inexpensively improve competitiveness in a tough market are finding that the right new color scheme can make that big difference affordable. - Challenging Whitewash
Despite the subjective aspects of color perception, skilled colorists around the world have developed sophisticated approaches to choosing the right hues. This article discusses the powerful role that color can play in architecture. - Color Trends In Housing Respond to Long Term Interests
Housing color should reflect demographics, geography, and building type. This article discusses a few recent housing trends and correlating color strategies that Colour Studio has worked with. - Toward Global Color
No longer merely a decorative accent, color conveys an important design message all its own. This article explores the human response to color and the way it is used as a communication tool. - Color it Green
In real estate, color is rarely chosen anything less than seriously. This article discusses the six major factors that influence the experience of color,. These discussed in relation to three case studies. - The Importance of Color Choices for Multi-Housing Development
To often, builders contract with an architect to design a multi-housing product, then use the same plans and color schemes in multiple geographic locations in order to maximize their investment. This article discusses the importance of choosing colors that compliment their local environment.