Painter
Educator
Designer
AUTHOR
Kimberly Collins Jermain is a landscape painter, teacher, architectural color designer and author of Nature of Color: Your Field Guide for Exploring Color in the Natural World.
Kimberly has pioneered the strategic use of color for the built environment. Her work explores coastal environments, weather phenomena and the science-based application of color for visual perception, and enhanced wellbeing in architecture.
Kimberly studied earth science, botany, oceanography and landscape design as part of her BFA in painting from the University of New Hampshire and received her MFA from Tufts University. She has been awarded fellowships and artist residencies around the world.
Kimberly has served as a Trustee on the Boards of North Shore Arts Foundation, Montserrat College of Art, Artcorps and Manchester Sailing Association. Kimberly is based in the greater Boston area with a studio and office located in Beverly, MA
“As an artist and designer, I share what I observe about nature and use it to inspire the creation of healthy, uplifting, living environments."
Since 1989, Kimberly Collins Jermain has collaborated with over 800 clients including homeowners, architects, interior designers, developers and commercial property owners on color design projects. Her award winning work has established brand recognition, created positive work environments for business and provided comfort, style and marketability for many residences throughout New England, the US and abroad.
Residential Locations
California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont & Greater Boston Area Communities Including: Andover, Back Bay Boston, Beverly, Beverly Cove, Boston, Boxford, Concord, Cape Cod & Islands, Danvers, Essex, Gloucester, Hamilton, Harvard, Ipswich, Lexington, Lincoln, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Manchester, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Marblehead, Nahant, Martha's Vineyard, Peabody, Prides Crossing, Salem, Saugus, South Dartmouth, South End Boston, South Hamilton, South Peabody, Swampscott, Topsfield, Wakefield, Wenham, West Boxford, Winchester, Wayland, Wellesley, Weston, MA
Commercial Clients
American Barbeque, Beverly, MA; Benjamin Nutter Architects, Topsfield, MA; Bruegger's Bagels, Beverly, MA; Coldwell Banker Hunneman Real Estate North Shore; Garden City Pediatrics Beverly, MA; Glen Urquhart School, Beverly Farms, MA; HND Architects, Marblehead, MA; Jack Satter House, Revere, MA; Landry & Arcari Oriental Rugs; Marlin Restaurant Group, Essex MA; Olson Lewis + Architects, Manchester, MA; Pingree School, Hamilton, MA; Schooner Capital, Boston, MA; Stoneridge Montessori School, Beverly, MA; The Hale Group; Viola Lovely, Wenham, MA
"Throughout my career I have learned that color more than any other visual element has the power to change human perception efficiently and economically, for better design outcomes and sustainable practices.
“I highly recommend Kim to all of my clients who are looking for help with color and materials selection.
She has a knack for envisioning how color can affect architecture and space. Kim’s knowledge of color design extends beyond current trends; she makes timeless color selections that suit the client’s needs.
I collaborated with Kim on my own home and am thrilled with the results! ”
“I have been working with Kim for 8 years. She picked all interior and exterior colors for my existing home, and is currently helping me with color selections for my new home.
From the beginning of the construction process, Kim advised me on colors and materials. She clearly understands the impact that color plays in each unique environment. Not only are her fees reasonable, she has saved me thousands of dollars by discouraging me from bad choices! I would not make any color choices without Kim. ”
“Kim has an instinctive understanding of color, space and light and how they work together to affect mood.
She consulted with our clients to give them an overall color strategy, which allowed them in turn to make their interior design decisions within a set framework.
As a result, rooms in the home have a more distinctive character, yet there was an overall cohesiveness to the whole, with the architecture and color working in harmony.”
