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40 Blue Couch Living Rooms With Tips And Ideas To Design Around The Color

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Blue couches provide a hit of pzazz that can uplift even the dullest of living room design schemes. But why settle for just one great component? We’ve put together a collection of living room designs that will boldly complement a blue hero piece, from modern minimalist designs and industrial style spaces to cosy living rooms and classic interiors. These 40 inspirational blue couch living rooms come with tips and ideas to help you design around the colour effectively by using contrasting hues and complementary shades. We’ll explore a bunch of stylish living room decor elements, including modern lighting ideas, side tables, and living room wall art.

Bold blocking. Use a blue couch to blend into a band of ​​horizontal color blocking. The combined saturation of color will achieve solid cohesivity.

Blue on red contrast. An electric blue sofa makes a wonderful contradiction to the exposed red brickwork in an industrial-style loft setting.

Blue and wood tone. This blue sectional sofa arrangement creates a band of bright contrasting color beneath the visual warmth of a wood-clad ceiling.

The Mondrian method. Team a primary blue sofa with red, yellow, and strong black borders to create a striking cubist design.

Tribal vibes. A blue couch makes an ideal jumping-off point for a colorful tribal interior aesthetic. Throw in bright scatter cushions and wall decor like this Chili-Tribe Mask set by Umasqu.

Another tribal-inspired living room decor scheme, this time with teal blue couch upholstery and a natural jute rug.

This teal blue couch is introduced to energize a tropical living room scheme that has a matching blue hammock.

Blue and gold. Whether you team your blue sofa with golden yellow accent cushions or a gold living room chandelier, this is a luxe color combo that exudes style.

Space to breathe. When you fall in love with bold-colored furniture, use pale walls, floors, and ceilings to create breathing space in between.

Royal blue tufted sofas make a regal impression in a neoclassical living room. Team with metallic gold accent tables to enrich the scheme.

Modern and abstract. Employ blue sofa sections and back pillows to break up a large seating arrangement. This approach works particularly well in abstract decor schemes with sculptural elements.

Industrial bolt of blue. Raw concrete, natural wood tone, and matt black powder coated metal makes a moody industrial background. Fix in a bolt of blue to shake up the shadowy aesthetic.

Connect with nature. Blue is the color of the ocean and the sky, so goes hand-in-hand with lush greenery and floral prints.

Elegant eclectic. Make a mashup of styles, time periods, and color with an eclectic concoction. A soft blue tufted sofa will have a calming effect on the busy blend.

Bed down on a matching living room rug to create an island of color.

Geometric impact. When matching a blue sofa and blue walls, ensure smaller elements bring bright contrast. Or, utilize sharp patterns, like this eye-catching geometric rug.

Coastal calm. Blue upholstery and light woods raise cool coastal charm. Add nautical stripes and painted wall panels to complete the look.

The wrap around. Create a loop of color around your living room with an L-shaped blue sofa and a blue focal wall.

Color isolation. In an open plan living room, a blue sofa and matching walls can be used to create zoning. By sticking to just one color in the lounge, it is clearly distinguished from an adjacent dining spot or kitchen.

Aqua infusions. Blue and turquoise melds make a magical watery aesthetic.

A pop of purple. Shake up your blue furniture arrangement with a punchy purple area rug.

Rustic rebel. Cream and brown decor elements make a fitting rustic palette but a navy blue leather couch adds a unique touch.

Muted meld. Gray walls and fitted cabinets make a muted accompaniment for a rich blue couch. The result is a sophisticated palette with dark drama.

Tie in with a feature wall. Complement the specific shade of your couch with a color-matched wall. You’ll find a fabric swatch under the seat cushions of your sofa; take it to the paint store for a custom mix.

The center of attention. Use a standout sofa color and a double sided sectional arrangement to create a central focal point in a large living space.

Petrol blue and orange collision. Enliven a deep petrol blue couch with flame orange accents.

Just a touch of color completely changes the vibe of a predominantly white minimalist interior.

Create a sky blue mood with a light blue sofa and yellow drops of sunshine.

Jewel tones fashion an upmarket appeal.

Link a blue sofa with color-matched built-ins.

Place pretty blue accent pieces in a row to increase their color presence.

Complement a crisp light blue sofa with chic black and white art prints and an industrial-style metal coffee table.

Pastel perfection. These blush pink accents make sweet additions around a baby blue couch.

Pack a punch with pop art. The colors blue, red, and yellow are prominent in many famous works, particularly in Roy Lichtenstein pieces. A bright blue couch will draw out the blue elements.

Gray-blue sofas make cool companions with industrial-style concrete decor. Inject a blast of red to turn up the heat.

In this industrial boho interior, round rugs are used to place contrasting color and texture around a contemporary blue sofa design.

Use a blue sofa and a succinct group of complementary items to fashion colorful minimalism. This curved sofa design also sets a simple shape theme that translates into a spherical chandelier and a globe vase.

Expand blue hues with color-matched wall paneling.

Alternatively, treat wall paneling with a high contrast finish. This sunny yellow hue has an uplifting effect on a dark blue sofa design.

Electrify dark spaces with an unexpected jolt of blue. See more pictures of this stunning home design more pictures here.


For more inspirational color palette ideas, check out our book of 100 Beautiful Palettes that comes inside our comprehensive Dream Home Kit.

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11 Ways to Style a Blue Couch from Pro Designers

Need some blue couch living room ideas? We asked the experts about everything from accessories and textures to calming blue color schemes so that you can create your dream design.

Blue is the world’s favorite color, potentially because it’s associated with feelings of calmness and serenity in color psychology. It’s also popular in the living room, particularly as a sofa color. Without good interior design, though, any color can fall flat.

We have you covered if you’re looking for some blue couch living room ideas to help give your living space a makeover. We asked the experts about everything from home decor accessories to color palettes, so you can create a beautiful space without breaking the bank. So keep reading to get inspired.

Meet the experts

At Living Cozy, we produce our content alongside interior design and home decor experts. In this guide, you’ll advice from:

1. Balance Your Blue Sofa with Neutral Pieces


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Blue is a calming color, and many designers use it as a neutral. And aside from pure neutral colors like white, grey, beige, brown, and black, it’s one of the most versatile colors you can work with in design. Blue jeans, for example, can go with almost anything.

But, since blue isn’t a pure neutral, a blue sofa will stand out as a bold focal point in your living room design. According to Emily Ruff, Owner and Principal Designer of Cohesively Curated Interiors, the key to working with a bold sofa of any color is surrounding it with neutral living room furniture. Neutral-colored pieces like coffee tables and accent chairs help balance the blue sofa without weighing down the design.

With neutral furniture keeping things soothing, you can add accent colors in artwork, throw pillows, and an area rug. First, try basing the color scheme on an area rug or piece of artwork you love, which can be any mix of neutral, blue, and other accent colors. Then, choose your throw pillows accordingly. Ruff notes that purple, pink, and green tend to work well with blues and neutrals.

2. Utilize Textures


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Textures are essential in modern living rooms, adding visual appeal that influences the room’s vibe. Even an all-white living room can look exciting with the right textures, and magic happens when you mix in different colors. Aim to use two or three distinct textures in each space to bring it to life.

“My advice for styling a room with a blue couch would be to create a tonal look with lots of texture. Try options like nubby wool, sleek high gloss paint, matte pottery, dark metal, and limited pops of color,” NJ-based interior designer and artist Darren Greenblatt told Living Cozy.

“My advice for styling a room with a blue couch would be to create a tonal look with lots of texture. Try options like nubby wool, sleek high gloss paint, matte pottery, dark metal, and limited pops of color."

Area rugs, throw pillows, and other living room decor all offer excellent opportunities to introduce texture. But don’t overlook the walls, flooring, and sofa upholstery. For example, a glossy blue wall and wood flooring can help make the textures of your sofa, area rug, and throw pillows stand out.

3. Make a Statement


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According to Alicia Lewis, interior designer at ADJ Interiors, a blue sofa is an excellent alternative to the ever-popular neutral sofa. You can use it in the same way as a neutral by layering additional colors on top. Or you might allow it to be the statement piece against an otherwise neutral drop.

With the statement piece approach, different blues will change the feel of the room. For example, a navy blue sofa can appear regal and stately, while a teal or royal blue sectional sofa might look more playful.

Above, the beautiful Jane Churchill crushed blue velvet sofa acts as an anchor in the tall, two-story space. The client envisioned a light palette for the room, so Lewis and the rest of the team at ADJ kept the chairs, accessories, and area rug in muted hues. Then, they added visual interest and a touch of glam with gold accents.

“This particular sofa also features an elegantly-curved back, making it visually pleasing no matter the angle,” explained Lewis. “A blue sofa can be versatile in any room, making a soft or bold impact depending on the shade you choose. We say go for it!”

4. Keep it Simple


Melrose Reversible Chaise Sofa

Despite their popular status as a neutral color, blues can be powerful and attention-grabbing. So, according to Karen Rohr, an Interior Designer at Mackenzie Collier Interiors, it’s best to avoid saturating your space with lots of colors, variations, and decor.

Less is usually more, so look to minimalist spaces and designs for inspiration. But don’t limit yourself to a strictly minimalist design — instead, create a variation that shows off your unique style. Some variations to consider include Scandinavian, boho, and mid-century minimalist.

Try using clean lines and carefully chosen pieces to allow your sofa to take center stage without overwhelming the space. And if you’re working with a small living room, this is doubly important — in the living room above, the velvet chaise sofa stands out, instantly drawing the eye and inviting you to get comfy. Notice how it’s supported by patterned throw pillows, a neutral area rug, and a touch of greenery.

5. Style with Touches of Blue


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Many designers prefer blue couch living room ideas that emphasize neutral tones and intentional splashes of color. Little touches of blue throughout the room will keep the design cohesive, but you want to allow your sofa to take center stage as the central element in the space.

"Let your blue sofa stand out by being the main element in the space. Just add little touches of blue throughout the room so it feels connected, but let the sofa take center stage by keeping most other items neutral," says Pattie Kelly, Certified Interior Decorator and President of Inspired Home Interiors. "In this example [above], we have a blue sofa with just touches of blue in the table lamps and drawer knobs. The juxtaposition of the velvet sofa against the rustic wood accent wall really helps it stand out."

If you have an open floor plan with other rooms visible from the living room, you might also want to add hints of blue to those spaces. For example, if your living room shares open space with the dining room, you could try a navy blue couch, a navy and neutral area rug, and a navy runner on the table.

6. Experiment with Complementary Colors


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The key to a beautiful living room is a well-designed color palette. You’ll usually want three or four main neutral colors and one complementary color to go with your blue sofa. The complementary color can help you create the right feel in your space, whether you’re going for a cheerful, bright look or a moody boho vibe.

“If you have white walls, a lighter blue sofa would be great to create an airy, clean, and fresh feel,” explained Karen Rohr. “Be sure to add some throw pillows and blankets in complementary colors to make your couch the centerpiece of the room. Blue goes well with both light and dark colors, so don’t be afraid to experiment.”

Complementary colors sit directly across from each other on the color wheel. So, depending on the shade of blue you’ve chosen, the best complementary color could be red, orange, yellow, or somewhere in between.

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7. Pair with Greenery


Nomad Velvet Sofa

Adding plants to your living room is one of the easiest ways to add beauty, depth, and a soothing atmosphere. Much like the color psychology associated with blue, spending time around plants can help reduce anxiety while promoting feelings of relaxation and calm. And since blue and green sit next to each other on the color wheel, they go nicely together in the living room.

Here, the greenery helps the blue sofa stand out while amplifying the natural aesthetic created by the warm wood tones. The touches of gold help glam up the space, while the neutral background allows the entire look to shine.

Try to pick a variety of plants, with sizes ranging from small to ceiling height — the larger plants will stand out as statement pieces, while smaller ones help create an air of tranquility in the room. Play with leaf shape and color as much as the light levels in the room allow. And remember to choose attractive planters to keep the look polished and modern.

8. Create a Monochromatic Room

A monochromatic look could be the perfect answer if you can’t get enough of the color blue. Monochrome palettes use only one color — in this case, that means experimenting with various shades of blue. You’ll still use some neutrals to avoid overwhelming the space, but you can skip the accent colors.

“If you have a dark blue couch, you could use it as a statement piece in a monochromatic room or pair it with pop or bold colors to create an eye-catching and energetic space,” said Karen Rohr.

The walls, artwork, area rug, and surrounding furniture offer opportunities to add more blue, playing with the artistic appeal that monochromatic rooms create. Pick shades and tones of blue that go well with the color of your sofa. Here, the floor, vase, and furniture legs are the only elements that add neutral tones, but the artwork introduces pastel tones, and the blanket plays with a darker grey shade.

9. Pair Your Blue Couch with a Lamp and Artwork


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Emily Chesnut, Founder of Emily Chesnut Design, recommends adding lamps and artwork in complementary colors, creating a more subdued look for your living room. “Just be sure not to go overboard – too many accessories can make a room look cluttered and uninviting,” added Chesnut.

A large piece of artwork offers an exciting opportunity to add splashes of color without overwhelming the space. And both table and floor lamps pair nicely with living room sofas, making the area appear cohesive and thoughtfully designed.

10. Accessorize with Throw Pillows

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Accessorizing with throw pillows can elevate a blue sofa, adding pops of color and personality to your living room. Emily Chesnut recommends looking for pillows in a variety of colors, textures, and patterns to bring your space to life.

“If your couch is deep blue or navy, you might want to use light colors elsewhere in the room to avoid feeling too dark and heavy. Or, if your blue couch has a floral pattern, you might want to use solid colors elsewhere in the room to keep from feeling too busy,” adds Chesnut.

Playing with throw pillows is also an easy way to add textures and patterns to your room to increase its visual appeal. Don’t be afraid to choose two or three styles to create an eye-catching arrangement on your sofa. And remember to use different shapes and sizes to create a natural, inviting throw pillow arrangement that artfully guides the eye across your couch.

11. Create an Elegant Spaces with “Unconventional Neutrals”


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Blues that are a bit more muted or desaturated are often referred to as “unconventional neutrals” because they can be a subtle, almost gray tone. These unconventional neutral blue tones can work well with various other colors, serving as a base tone to balance things out.

“This is one of my favorite options to go with when clients want to keep a casual and elegant space,” said Karen Rohr. “You can easily add a touch of sophistication without being too over-the-top, and it’s also a great alternative if you’re looking for a way to add a pop of color into your space without going too crazy.”

"You can easily add a touch of sophistication without being too over-the-top."

As you design your palette, choose five or six neutral colors, including the muted or desaturated blue of your sofa. Try to pick colors that match the intensity and saturation of the sofa’s upholstery, so everything goes together seamlessly. This approach works well in brightly-lit rooms like the living room pictured above, as natural sunlight can enhance the mood of the space and keep a dreary atmosphere at bay.

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What are the Benefits of a Blue Sofa

It’s tough to argue against using the world’s favorite color in what’s likely the most-used room in your home. Blue sofas are a popular option for living rooms, family rooms, and dens because the versatile color works well with various design styles. In addition, different shades of blue offer something to suit everyone’s taste, so you can bring the calming serenity of this color to any home. And they can add a touch of elegance to any space.

Blue sofas are easy to coordinate with other furnishings. As you may have noticed from the wide range of styles presented in these blue couch living room ideas, you can use this versatile color to create a variety of different looks. For example, a light blue sofa can create an airy and spacious feel, while you can use a dark blue sofa to create a more intimate and cozy setting.

If you’ve spent time shopping for a blue sofa, you’ve likely noticed that there are many shades to choose between. Above all else, you’ll need to be clear in your vision for the space’s feeling, functionality, and goal to pick the right one. This intentional approach will help you pair it well with the other items around your living room. “The one thing I would suggest is that you be extra careful with the other big pieces, such as rugs, accents, chairs, curtains, etc., when selecting other colors,” said Karen Rohr.

When in doubt, it’s best to keep the use of color to a minimum and emphasize neutrals like white, beige, grey, brown, and black. These colors will allow your blue sofa to shine as the star of the show while adding a sense of peace and spaciousness.

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Shelby Golding

Shelby Golding is a Colorado-based writer/editor with over a decade of experience. She has a college education in interior design and enjoys woodworking in her free time.

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Nuances of blue color when decorating an apartment

A few design recommendations:

Design options

The following design options are available:

The photo shows a blue folding sofa bed in the interior.

Varieties of transformation mechanisms

Main types of transformation mechanisms.

Movement Description Photo
Accordion.

Features a fairly simple accordion-like sliding mechanism that requires you to raise the seat and then pull it forward.

Sofa book.

To transform a two-seater sofa-book, the seat rises up until it clicks and the back takes a horizontal position.

Eurobook.

In this mechanism, push the seat forward and lower the backrest to the vacant seat.

Withdrawable.

The seat rolls forward, pulling all the other parts along with it and thus turns into a full-fledged sleeping place.

Click-clack.

This analogue of the sofa-boat has a mechanism that allows you to fix the angle between the backrest and the seat in several positions.

Dolphin.

From under the long part of the structure, with the help of a special strap, an additional sleeping surface is pulled out, which rises and sets flush with the base.

What does the blue sofa look like in different shapes and sizes?

Variants of sizes and shapes of sofa structures.

Corner sofa

Differs in a very organic appearance and due to the shape of the corner, allows you to rationally use the little-used areas in the room, thereby freeing up the usable area in the middle.

The photo shows the interior of the kitchen-living room, decorated with a blue corner sofa with an ottoman.

Small

Fits perfectly into small-sized Khrushchev houses and, due to its compactness, does not clutter up the space.

Round

A semi-circular or round sofa is quite an original and attractive piece of furniture, which undoubtedly becomes the main interior accent.

Straight

Most often it is a more massive and capacious model, which is intended to accommodate several people at once.

Large

Perfect for spacious apartments or country houses, where it will undoubtedly become the centerpiece of the entire interior.

The photo shows a large blue sofa in the interior of a living room in a country house.

Upholstery material

Materials used:

The photo shows a sofa with blue matting in the interior.

Furniture upholstery should not only have a beautiful appearance and match a certain interior style, but also meet the main quality indicators.

Shades of blue

This color also features a wide variety of shades.

Blue

Pale blue and azure tones that can bring a special calm and harmony to the atmosphere.

Dark blue

Will add sophistication and some fundamentality to the surrounding space.

Grey-blue

Grey-blue or gray-blue will give the interior a vintage chic and create a light, comfortable and relaxed atmosphere in which to be pleasant.

Blue-Green

This blue-turquoise model will never go unnoticed, as it combines a special charm and a pronounced character.

Vivid Blue

Perfect for those who love a rich design that allows for unlimited design ideas.

The photo shows the interior of the kitchen-living room with a velor sofa, made in bright blue.

Combinations with other colors

To create a contrast, blue can be advantageously combined with red, orange or yellow-blue. A more neutral and calm combination can be achieved with beige, light green tones or using a blue-brown duo. Blue with white or with a light gray color scheme will add special freshness and coolness to the atmosphere.

Combinations with gold or silver will be no less excellent solution. Thus, it turns out to endow the room with truly luxurious notes. Also a win-win option is a tandem of dark blue and pale blue.

Sofa designs in blue

The blue sofa looks very original with inserts in white, sand and sky blue, or for example with an animal zebra print. The model on legs is distinguished by its special grace, lightness and a certain airiness, due to which the space does not look overloaded. Sofa structures without armrests, which combine beauty, convenience and functionality, are considered to be a rather spectacular and original solution.

Pictured is an English Chesterfield sofa in blue, decorated with a carriage tie.

The Chesterfield sofa also looks very chic, with a harmonious silhouette, rounded armrests, soft deep seats and traditional carriage tie decor. The contrasting edging of a light shade will add an original touch to the blue upholstery.

Sofa upholstery design ideas

For lovers of nature, floral upholstery is a great option, giving the atmosphere a special tenderness and grace. Also, quite often they prefer a striped print, which, depending on the location, can visually lengthen or expand the sofa structure.

Patterns in white and blue tones, such as rhombuses, zigzags or gzhel, are considered a classic option. Truly stylish are products with a photo print that look impressive and never go unnoticed.

Photos of sofas in various interior styles

A sofa model of this color can harmoniously fit into many interior trends, such as loft, minimalism, Provence, classic, neoclassic, Scandinavian, modern, oriental or marine style. A laconic sofa in dark blue or sky blue will go well with the snowy color palette and natural finishes of the Scandinavian interior, which will take on an even more natural and light look.

Pictured is a Scandinavian style living room with a navy blue fabric upholstered sofa.

For a modern design that has no limits in decoration, models with clear lines, upholstered in plain fabric material or products with minimal print lining are perfect.

The photo shows a blue corner sofa model in the interior of the hall in a modern style.

In classic or neoclassical style, a structure made in deep, rich blue color and distinguished by velvet or velor lining will be appropriate. Quilted products or models with high-quality fittings in the form of wooden legs, carved or forged elements are also often found here. For French Provence, a sofa decorated with floral patterns and complemented by soft pillows is especially suitable.

Selection of sofas in the interior of the apartment

Design options in the design of different rooms.

Blue sofa in the living room

In the interior of the living room, models in pastel and light blue colors will look equally good, as well as products of a more saturated and deep shade. When choosing a dark color scheme, you should take care of high-quality lighting in the form of lamps, chandeliers or floor lamps, which may have the usual white-yellow light.

The photo shows the interior of a small room with a blue corner sofa.

In the interior of the kitchen

In the kitchen or in the dining room, a blue sofa with traditional natural or artificial leather upholstery, which is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also practical, as it is very easy to clean and does not absorb odors, will be appropriate. Also suitable here are products with covers or sofas sheathed in flock or a blended fabric of polyester and cotton. In this room, the sofa design can merge with the surroundings, or vice versa, act as a bright accent, and in the combined kitchen-living room or studio, perform space zoning.

Pictured is a blue sofa with white edging separating the kitchen area from the living room.

To the children's room

A deep blue sofa, a truly magical color, perfect for decorating a nursery for a boy or a teenager's room, and products in lighter azure, sky blue or blue-turquoise shades will easily decorate a girl's bedroom. Such a tint solution can have an encouraging or calming effect, improve mental activity and fill the atmosphere with a special magic.

To the office

Such decor will endow the office environment with luxury, expressiveness, form a bright accent in the room and emphasize the boldness of the design idea.

The photo shows the interior of the study, decorated with a small blue fold-out sofa.

In the bedroom

Here, the blue color will promote relaxation and relaxation. For a room with a lack of natural light, it is better to choose a sofa in light shades, to bring coolness to a bedroom with a southern orientation, darker tones will help.

How to combine a blue sofa?

In order for the overall design to have a complete and thoughtful look, the sofa must be correctly combined with various accessories.

Curtains

The blue sofa model is perfectly matched with similar curtains decorated with a print or pattern. To add a warm accent to the room, curtains in soft pink, beige, white or pastel shades are the perfect solution.

Cushions

Create a bright and unforgettable decoration with white, beige, yellow, pink, red cushions, which can be decorated with, for example, striped, checkered, colorful prints or geometric patterns.

Throws, bedspread

Classic blue, looks very harmonious in combination with a white, black, brown, light yellow, cool violet or pastel shade. Bright blue color perfectly complements purple, beige or green plaid.

The photo shows the interior of the hall with a blue corner sofa, complemented by a fluffy plaid in a light pastel shade.

Carpets and rugs

Carpet in white, gray or beige creates the perfect backdrop and brings out the deep blues in a new way.

Wallpaper and walls

Dark blue sofa will especially accentuate walls in light colors such as white, beige or gray. No less original will be the combination with wallpaper in sand colors. It would also be appropriate to create a monochrome interior with upholstered furniture to match the color of the walls, or vice versa, a contrasting and bright design with yellow, orange wallpaper or photo wallpaper.

The photo shows a straight dark blue sofa combined with gray walls in the interior of the living room.

Armchair

A black and blue armchair or brown, yellow, white, gray or beige models can become a harmonious part of the furniture set, which will bring warmth and coziness to the atmosphere.

Floor

Choice of chocolate or beige flooring. Particularly advantageous combinations are obtained with floors with a light or dark wood texture

Photo gallery

The blue sofa noticeably transforms the space, refreshes its appearance, brings a peculiar zest to the design and at the same time preserves the harmony of the overall interior picture.

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The blue sofa, like any other furniture in bright colors, is a real challenge to the classic interior in soothing colors. Even with the help of two or three details, you can dilute the boring monochromatic design, add new accents and significantly transform the look of the room. Minimum costs, but how many new positive emotions!

Psychological perception of blue

Buying a blue sofa is a pretty bold decision. Before buying, we advise you to familiarize yourself with the psychology of this color.

Blue is the personification of reliability, serenity and peace. It is believed that this is the calmest color for psycho-emotional perception. The contemplation of light blue and blue brings peace of mind, promotes relaxation, relieves stress. As if you are admiring the sea surface in complete calm.

This color in the interior will be in place if you are tired of the frantic pace of life and you need an island for solitude, meditation, complete immersion in your thoughts, concentration on inner feelings.

Shades of blue in the interior:

Placement tips

If you have already found your dream sofa, all that remains is to decide on its location in the room. Is it better to install against the wall, shading the pale wallpaper, or right in the center of the room to attract attention? Will a sofa with blue upholstery be appropriate in all rooms? Does he need additional helpers in the form of accessories of the same color, or will such an extravagant piece of furniture cope alone?

Our simple tips will help in this difficult matter:

Color combinations

Designers complement mostly blue furniture with neutral shades. However, with the right approach, you can go beyond calm colors. There are both successful combinations that are guaranteed to look interesting, as well as complex combinations.

Blue and yellow

Bright yellow, lemon and a shade closer to orange in conjunction with deep blue are reminiscent of carefree summer days. A cheerful and positive combination instantly cheers up, gives a charge for the whole day.

You can pick up funny pillows for the blue sofa, and if you are not afraid of experiments, you can also choose curtains, an armchair, ottomans, and shelving.

Shades of brown

Brown, like beige, will fit perfectly into almost any style. Calm and balanced colors will help to “ground” the extravagant blue, and with the right choice of palette, they will help to emphasize the aristocracy and delicate taste of the owner.

Quite often there is a symbiosis of light tones, where the sky blue is competently softened by a shade of coffee with milk.

Black and noble blue

Black walls and a blue sofa in the interior are a pretty bold move. This combination only at first glance seems mournful and sad. Black softens the coldness, favorably sets off a bright color. You can complement the interior with metal elements, glass tables and shelves, chrome chandeliers and floor lamps, large mirrors.

Such color combinations are characteristic of high-tech.

What shades to be careful with

In addition to successful (and almost win-win) combinations, it is worth mentioning complex variations. If you are decorating a room yourself and want to add these shades to the blue, be careful.

Red

Blue and red are an explosive option: one wrong step, an extra accessory - and an elegant room turns into a colorful clown house. To avoid congestion in the interior, experts advise adding red shades to a minimum.

For example, you can put a scarlet blanket on a blue sofa or put a couple of burgundy candles on a shelf.

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