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Mid-Century ModernNorth-Facing

East of the Sun

Valspar · 8001-25B

The Analysis

East of the Sun is a high-luminosity yellow that acts like a permanent light source in a room. With an LRV of 83, it reflects a vast majority of the light that hits it, making enclosed or small spaces feel significantly more open and airy.

Due to its high energy, it works best as an accent wall, in breakfast nooks, or in entryways where a quick burst of personality is desired. Using it as a wall-to-wall color can be overwhelming, so pair it with generous amounts of white trim to balance the saturation.

LRV 83

History & Origin

This yellow leans toward a modern, fresh aesthetic rather than a traditional period palette. It mimics the optimistic color trends seen in mid-century design, providing a clean and deliberate pop of color.

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How to Use It

Pair this with matte black hardware to ground the brightness or warm oak woods to lean into a sunny, organic feel. It works best in rooms that need a boost of artificial warmth, like a laundry room or a home office.

The Mood

This shade is distinctly energizing and warm, designed to mimic morning sunlight. It creates a cheerful, active atmosphere that is ideal for spaces where you want to feel productive or awake.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

  • Natural