Art District
Art District is a greige paint color from Behr, but its character reaches beyond a single label. Its warm classification can bring a gentle glow to the color, particularly beside natural wood and softer whites. The manufacturer's description below offers one reading; the room imagery leaves space for your own.
Hex
#94897cLRV
25.93
Art District in Rooms
Follow Art District from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 4 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
4 Bedroom Photos
Art District (MQ2-57) brings its greige character into a room designed around rest, softness and retreat. Its warm classification can feel inviting beside tactile, natural materials.
Bedroom walls in Art District establish a sophisticated, contemplative atmosphere.
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Soft Art District walls provide a restful canvas in this bedroom space.
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The bedroom's Art District walls offer warmth without overwhelming the room.
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Painted in Art District, these bedroom walls balance color with neutral furnishings.
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Similar Colors
With LRVs of 27 and 26, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Art District reads slightly lighter (LRV 26 vs 15), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 3-point LRV gap (26 vs 23) makes Art District the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
A 4-point LRV gap (26 vs 22) makes Art District the marginally brighter of the two.
A 11-point LRV gap (26 vs 15) makes Art District the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 26 vs 9, Art District is decisively the brighter choice.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Behr's Art District (MQ2-57) is a rich and sophisticated shade that exudes creativity and warmth. This deep, moody hue is perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere in living rooms, home offices, or libraries. Art District's deep undertones make it ideal for accent walls, adding depth and character to any space. Pair this bold color with metallic accents and light wood furnishings for a modern and stylish look. 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