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9 Must-Have Colors in Interior Design

Which are your favorite colors?

By Clive RatliffPublished 2 years ago 4 min read
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9 Must-Have Colors in Interior Design
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Are you thinking of making a change in your home? The good news is that you don't have to invest in sophisticated furniture.

Just buy a few boxes of washable paint and paint the walls of the bedroom, living room, or kitchen in this year's must-have colors.

Just as in fashion, the biggest designers dictate the hottest trends season by season, so in interior design, it is important to take into account the opinion of specialists in the field when it comes to home design.

There are several things to keep in mind when choosing a color palette for your home.

In order not to fail, many prefer to rely on neutral tones (white, beige, ivory, gray) which, admittedly, illuminate the room and create the illusion of a larger space.

But if you don't know how to decorate a white wall perfectly, your bedroom or living room where you spend most of your time working or relaxing with a book and a cup of coffee will turn into a "cold" room with no personality. , which will give you a state of anxiety rather than peace.

Interior design experts say that the shades in which we choose to paint the walls of our home have the power to influence our mood.

Warm red

Yes, you read that right, this year, one of the must-have colors in interior design is a warm red. But experts advise you not to paint the walls of your bedroom in this color, which, although it stimulates passion and sexuality, at the same time offers energy, zest for life and does not predispose you to sleep at all.

So, if you have a spacious and well-lit living room, paint it a warm shade of red. Keep it simple when it comes to choosing decorations or pieces of furniture, relying on pieces in light, neutral colors, avoiding black or wenge furniture.

Ocean blue

Do you spend hours on Pinterest admiring interiors with Mediterranean influences? Feel like you're painting a wall in your living room or bedroom in the shade of ocean blue, soothing.

Interior designers claim that ocean blue is specific to adventurous people who love to travel to the hottest and hottest places in the world and want to feel like they are on holiday, even though they spend little time there.

Blue is a versatile and soothing color that fits perfectly with both traditional and modern styles.

Beyond the romantic connotation, a pink room induces a feeling of calm, harmony, and relaxation, so interior design and Feng Shui experts advise us to paint the bedroom walls in a warm shade of pink for a peaceful and restful sleep.

Dusty black

Black is synonymous with elegance, so it's no wonder that this non-color is one of the favorites of interior designers.

In order not to give a too dramatic look to the room, the specialists urge us to turn our attention to the dusty black, ideal for the room where you work or for a non-conformist living room. Choose minimalist lighting fixtures and focus on gold accents when it comes to decorative items.

Dusty white

Not every home is spacious and has large windows, through which plenty of natural light enters, so dusty white (neither white nor gray) remains the perfect choice for small homes.

If you like the idea of ​​Scandinavian design, create a balanced mix between modern and rustic furniture and complete it with a light-colored fur rug.

Yellow

Yellow not only brightens any room but has the same effect as white - it brightens and gives the illusion of a much larger space. The condition is to choose a warm shade of yellow, which does not stir but gives a relaxing atmosphere.

Lavender

Neither masculine nor feminine, lavender mauve adds a warm touch to any room, but also a relaxing air. A bedroom in a lavender purple hue invites you to rest, as does the scent of lavender used for therapeutic purposes.

Emerald green

Peace, balance, and harmony are the words that Feng Shui specialists often use to describe this color.

Emerald green remains the favorite of interior designers, because it enlivens any room, makes you feel closer to nature, and gives you a sense of security. At the same time, emerald green is a symbol of elegance, so use it to give your living room or library a royal air.

Imperial purple

An imperial purple bedroom will make you feel like a queen. Purple is versatile, allowing you to play with styles, so rely on classic furniture and gold or white accents for decorations.

Imperial purple looks great in the bedroom and living room, as well as in the bathroom or kitchen, so you don't have to be afraid to dare.

Orange accents

Orange is not the best choice for the walls of your home, but a few accents in this color will brighten up your home. Paint a door, a window sill, a wooden chair, or an orange coffee table and let them stand out. The only condition is that the walls should be painted in neutral shades (white, ivory, light gray, etc.) so that the room does not look too crowded.

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