HOW TO THINK
WHEN DECORATING WITH COLOUR
COLOURFUL INTERIOR
Colour is a recurring part of interior design trends and has a proven impact on our moods. Certain shades remind us of fond memories, and favorite garments in a particular colour always make us feel good and provide confidence. Let's use the same principle in interior design – here we share our best tips.
THAT'S WHY COLOURFUL DECOR MAKES YOU HAPPY
It's no news that colours affect our mood and evoke memories. Shades that remind us of good times can boost the brain's dopamine system and make us happier. Why not take advantage of that effect at home as well? By decorating with colours that make you happy, you can recreate that wonderful feeling and boost dopamine levels in your everyday life.
HOW TO WEAVE COLOUR INTO YOUR INTERIOR – 4 SMART TIPS
1. COLOURFUL DETAILS
Do you want to maintain an earthy colour palette but still add colour that creates focal points? Small details like vases, candlesticks, or lanterns are a perfect way to start. You preserve the harmonious feeling in your home while adding warmth and life with colour. If you are not used to colourful interiors, muted shades like blue and green can be a good start – they are both subtle and easy to match with your existing decor.
2. CHOOSE YOUR ACCENT COLOURS
To create a cohesive and thoughtful feel in the home, accent colours are the perfect solution. Choose 1–3 accent colours that you consistently use throughout the interior. A good guideline is the 60-30-10 rule:
- 60% constitutes the base colour – for example, large areas like walls and furniture.
- 30% consists of complementary furnishings, such as curtains, rugs, and bedspreads.
- 10% are the details that add the finishing touch and stand out a bit extra – for example, paintings, cushion covers, vases, and candle holders.
Since accent colours are often applied to smaller interior details, it is easy to replace them to create a new impression and refresh the home according to season or trend.
An alternative to creating a thoughtful whole is to paint the ceiling in the same colour as the fabric on your furniture, instead of the walls. This gives the room a unique character and creates a sense of weight and harmony while tying the colours together in a stylish way.
3. DARE TO COLOUR THE WALLS
Do you want to create a personal home with colour and go all in? The colour instantly gives your home a unique character with trendy vibes. Dare to paint the walls in one colour and let the moldings and stucco break off in another shade. For a subtle contrast, you can choose a darker or lighter tone of the wall colour to create an elegant tone-on-tone feel.
Mix up the colours with light curtains that give the room an airy and balanced feel. Complement the interior with furniture in neutral colours and a coffee table with a dark stone top to add weight and mix materials. Don't forget the interior details – they can either match the wall colour for a cohesive look or completely break off and create an inviting, personal touch.
4. A COLOURFUL OBJECT THAT TAKES CENTER STAGE
Have you fallen in love with a colour but are unsure how to incorporate it into your decor? Let it take center stage through a painting, a lamp, or why not a pouf or armchair in your new favorite shade? This way, you create a stylish focal point that draws the eye and gives the room character – while reflecting your personality.
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