What Your Favorite Paint Color Says About You?
“Paint color is an expression of your personality,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. People tend to be drawn to 1-2 colors and rarely branch away from them. Depending on if you surround yourself in warm shades, cool hues, jewel tones, or neutrals, it could indicate that you seek closeness in your space, that you're practical, or that you're the life of the party. Keep reading to learn more about what your favorite paint color says about your personality, as well as some style tips to elevate your paint choices! WARM SHADES Do you find yourself gravitating towards colors such as yellow, peach, pink, and orange? Then you probably always have company! People who love living in these colors tend to be friendly and nurturing. There’s a warm fuzzy feeling about these colors that draws you in, the same as you feel when you meet new people or socialize with friends and family. These colors tend to stimulate not only conversation, but also appetite. Hence why you might enjoy throwing dinner parties, or any themed party as an excuse to invite people over and indulge in some delicious food. Warm shade people tend to be the life of the party. *Style tip! Use cool colored decor to bring down the temperature. Try pops of green to go with yellow, and blue to go with orange. Neutrals also compliment the boldness of warm colors well. Try gray or white to help bring down the saturation of your space. These color accents can be added in the form of throw pillows, vases, plants, and more! COOL HUES Those who opt for shades of blue and green in their homes are usually introverted. People who like living with these colors prefer their home to be quiet and calm. They view their home as an oasis and want being at home to be a soothing experience compared to the hustle and bustle of daily life. Cool hue lovers seek closeness in their space. They also tend to gravitate towards nature. Those who prefer to decorate with shades of blue and lighter greens may be big time beach goers. Those who prefer darker greens may be really into hiking, camping, and exploring. These colors help bring the outdoors inside. *Style tip! Cool colors can very easily make a space actually feel cold. To avoid this, try bringing up the temperature by mixing in just a handful of warmer colors. If yellows and oranges are just too bright for your taste, then try shades of brown, like taupe and cream. It just might make all the difference. Another way to ensure the space isn’t chilly, is by using pastel or lighter versions of the colors. The darker the shade, the colder the space. Seafoam green and baby blue are great options. NEUTRALS Gray, brown, beige, and ivory have a feeling of permanence and a crisp, classic look. If this appeals to you, you are probably a practical person, and not interested in repainting every few years. People who like neutral colors value simplicity and relaxation. They tend to draw inspiration from nature. However, they also value the opposite. Surprisingly, neutral decorators may actually be very fond of color. Sometimes the best interior choices are made with accessories, so paint color should remain neutral to allow for pops of color. Bright objects will shine against the clean backdrop. Neutral color enthusiasts are all about balance in both their life and their interior decorating choices. Style tip: Remaining all neutral can sometimes be boring. Try layering different shades of neutrals to add some depth. Play with the contrast by using both dark and light tones. Otherwise you risk your space giving off the same vibe as being in a doctors office. A big no-no. JEWEL TONES Colors that seem plucked from the red carpet on Oscars night (ruby, emerald, sapphire, amethyst, and topaz) lend instant va-va-voom. If any of those are your top choice for paint color, then you’re most likely creative, outgoing, and confident. You want your space to feel glamorous, anything ordinary just won’t cut it- and you probably live much of your life by the same mantra. Jewel tone people value uniqueness and the finer things in life. Even small spaces, such as bathrooms and book nooks have to be elevated somehow. These colors level up the intimacy and coziness of any space in your home. You’re also probably competitive at heart. Your paint color isn’t just chosen because you think it’s pretty, you want others to remember your home. Style tip: To keep things cozy and not chaotic, pair jewel tones with neutrals. These colors shine the most in places that are usually not show stoppers. Hallways, bathrooms, and dining rooms or anywhere you don’t spend a ton of time are great for these colors. Source
Keller Williams expansion team grows to more than 400 team members after merging with the Edie Waters Network, Lucido Global now covers more than 42 markets
BY ANDREA V. BRAMBILAToday 7:50 A.M. Two Keller Williams networks, Edie Waters Network and Lucido Global, have merged, forming what the latter says is one of the largest Keller Williams networks in history. The two real estate companies are Ellicott City, Maryland-based Lucido Global and Kansas City, Missouri-based Edie Waters Network. Together, their network covers more than 42 locations and boasts approximately 400 team members (of which 59 came from Edie Waters Network) in Arizona, California, Canada, Colorado, Washington, D.C., Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Maryland, Missouri, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. Bob and Tracy Lucido formed the Bob Lucido Team in 2008 and joined Keller Williams from RE/MAX in 2014. They launched Lucido Global, a real estate network under the Keller Williams “mega agent” expansion model, in 2016 with a team of more than 100 agents. According to a Lucido Global spokesperson, “A Keller Williams expansion network is a group of real estate teams that have partnered with a successful real estate company to accelerate the growth of their business through the use of the company’s technology, systems, support, and brand.” In 2016, the Lucido Agency was the fifth-most productive agent team nationwide by transactions sides and the six-most productive by sales volume, according to rankings from Real Trends. In 2017, Lucido Agency hit No. 1 in sales volume and No. 2 in transaction sides. “We delight in the opportunity to add extraordinary value through our technology, systems, and brand,” said Bob Lucido, president and CEO of Lucido Global, in a statement. The two companies have complementary strategic vision, culture, and business philosophies, according to a press release. Industry veteran Edie Waters joined Keller Williams in 2013 and grew her network to nine locations. Last year, the team closed more than 600 transactions worth more than $152 million in closed sales volume, ranking as the No. 1 Keller Williams team in the region by gross commissions, according to the release. Under the merger’s terms, Edie Waters Network will become Edie Waters Network Powered by Lucido Global, and Edie Waters will continue to serve as the CEO of their midwest locations under the Lucido Global network, the release said. “After many years of searching for a strategic partner that exemplifies the same passion and spirit, it is our honor and esteemed pleasure to announce our merger with Lucido Global,” Waters said in a statement. “Together, we will deliver the ultimate client and Realtor experience not only in the Midwest but also throughout the United States and Canada.” LINK TO ARTICLE >
Edie Waters Network joins Lucido Global, marking one of the largest merges in Keller Williams history
Edie Waters Network Partners with Lucido Global to Expand Presence (Ellicott City, Maryland) June 3, 2021 -- Ellicott City, Maryland-based real estate company Lucido Global announced today that it has merged with Kansas City, Missouri-based Edie Waters Network to create one of the world’s largest Keller Williams’ networks in history with over 42 locations and approximately 400 team members in Arizona, California, Canada, Colorado, Washington, D.C., Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Maryland, Missouri, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Virginia and Washington. “Today, we are excited to welcome the Edie Waters Network to Lucido Global,” shared Bob Lucido, President & CEO of Lucido Global. “We delight in the opportunity to add extraordinary value through our technology, systems, and brand. We are grateful to know and partner with Edie Waters and her talented and passionate group.” The merger brings together two industry-leading residential real estate companies with complementary strategic vision, culture, and business philosophies. Under the terms of the merger, Edie Waters Network will become Edie Waters Network Powered by Lucido Global, and Edie Waters will continue to serve as the CEO of their midwest locations under the growing Lucido Global network. This merger further exemplifies Lucido Global’s impressive growth trajectory. Having served as top industry professionals in Maryland and the DC Metro for decades, the duo joined Keller Williams in 2014. In 2016, while leading a team of over 100 agents, the Lucidos launched Lucido Global, a real estate network under the Keller Williams Mega Agent Expansion Model, and became the #1 real estate team across all brokerages in 2017. Lucido Global continues to lead as one of the highest-ranking teams at Keller Williams both nationally and internationally. Prior to joining Keller Williams, Bob Lucido Team was recognized as the #1 RE/MAX team in Maryland and the #3 RE/MAX team in the world. Today, Lucido Global comprises multiple divisions offering a variety of services and is located across North America to best suit all of their clients’ real estate needs. “After many years of searching for a strategic partner that exemplifies the same passion and spirit, it is our honor and esteemed pleasure to announce our merger with Lucido Global,” said Edie Waters. “Together, we will deliver the ultimate client and realtor experience not only in the Midwest but also throughout the United States and Canada.” Well respected in the greater Kansas City community with nearly three decades of real estate experience, Edie Waters brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Lucido Global. Since joining Keller Williams in 2013, the Edie Waters Network has grown to 59 team members and nine locations. In 2020, the team closed over 600 transactions, totaling more than $152,000,000 in closed sales volume, and gained the impressive ranking as the #1 Keller Williams Team in the region by gross commissions. With her meticulous attention to detail and laid-back personality, Edie Waters keeps clients at ease throughout the buying and selling process while providing the ultimate white-glove service. To learn more about Lucido Global and the markets they serve, visit LucidoGlobal.com. Lucido Global’s headquarters is located at 9251 Baltimore National Pike, Suite D, Ellicott City, MD 21042. About Lucido Global: Lucido Global is a Maryland-based premier real estate team comprising over 400 real estate professionals in various locations across the United States. Lucido Global is among the top-ranking expansion networks with Keller Williams, the largest real estate franchise in the world, and has been recognized by The Wall Street Journal and REALTrends as the #1 real estate team in the country. Lucido Global delivers the ultimate real estate experience by providing incredible value and exceptional service to both clients and agents. To learn more, visit LucidoGlobal.com.
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