Blue shades for living room

Walls lacquered in Pratt & Lambert’s March Wind help brighten this north-facing room in an apartment designed by Nick Olsen.

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Caribbean Sea by Glidden

"In Turkey, the sea is so clear and so bright—a true ocean blue, like this color," says designer David Phoenix. He adds: "You see the same blue in the tiles in the Blue Mosque. It has endless depth, and that makes it very calming. I'm imagining it in a high-gloss finish in an entry or a library. After all, it's only paint. Take a risk and go for it!"

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Dynamic Blue by Sherwin-Williams

"Dynamic Blue by Sherwin-Williams is a blue bursting with joy," says designer Courtney McLeod, who used it in her own living room. "It strikes a wonderful balance between being bold and bright but also quite livable. It is also a great backdrop for other bold colors."

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Major Blue by Sherwin-Williams

"Certain shades of blue immediately take me away to a tropical island, and this is one of them," says designer Debbie Viola. "Even though it's a medium-bright tone, it's still calming yet vibrant enough to make me feel happy as soon as I enter the room." She suggests adding accents of tangerine and lime green to enhance the tropical flavor.

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Cruising by Sherwin-­Williams

In designer Vern Yip's Florida home, a kitchen with cabinetry painted in Cruising by Sherwin-Williams is the epitome of life at the beach. It offers a welcoming energy that can't be beat, especially considering the rest of the home is covered in other bright colors, patterns, and textures that give it great liveliness.

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Celestial Blue by Valspar

"I like real colors, as opposed to those that are just a hint of something," explains designer Harry Heissmann. He continues: "I love clarity, and this is a clear blue. Anything you put against it—a black bamboo bed, a bright abstract painting—will pop. And the light in the room takes on a wonderful atmospheric quality. You feel good in it."

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Thunderbird by Benjamin Moore

"This sitting room was inspired by the ethereal blues found in Kandinsky paintings hanging in the Hermitage Museum," says Kirill Istomin of this muted turquoise hue, Thunderbird by Benjamin Moore.

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Turquoise Tint by Valspar

"On vacation in the Caribbean islands, I was walking along a street and stopped to sit on a ledge so I could look down at the water, which was exactly this color," says designer Erinn Valencich. She continues: "And suddenly, just three feet away, all these tropical fish were swimming by in the most amazing purples, yellows, and greens. We humans can make many beautiful things, but nothing is more beautiful than what's already here in nature."

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Green Blue by Farrow & Ball

"My favorite blue paint color is Farrow & Ball's Green Blue #84," says designer Chad Graci. He explains: "I love using this clear, mutable blue for its chameleon-like quality. It can feel coastal, historic, or just plain fresh when you need it to."

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Clare Good Jeans

Designer Ashley Izsak selected Clare Paint's Good Jeans for this entryway because it worked so well with the wallpaper she chose (Endless Summer by York Wallcoverings). "This shade of blue almost feels like a neutral because of its toned down soft qualities and works well in our open-concept space to add a little bit of drama without feeling intense," the designer gushes.

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Blue living room ideas – 30 ways to decorate with shades of blue

Blue is such a versatile hue to work with. One minute exciting and decadent, the next restful and easy to live with, blue can be anything you want it to be depending on the shade you choose. Our blue living room ideas are some of our favourites examples of how to use this gloriously diverse colour.  

Blue living room ideas

Smart and sophisticated, navy and teal blues are the warmer way of embracing on-trend dark hues. They also have a luxurious feel – and for very good reason.

By contrast, sea blues and duck egg blues are all calm and serenity, making them the perfect antidote to our 24/7 lives. You don't need a home by the sea to enjoy them, though they do work best with simple Shaker and country style furniture in whites and very pale timbers.

Read on to find the hue of blue that's perfect for your living room idea.

1. Invigorate your space with sky blue

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This brilliant shade of blue has just been revealed as Dulux's colour of the year 2022 – Bright Skies. This uplifting shade of pale blue offers a much-needed invigorating breath of fresh air for our homes. Reminiscent of a clear sky filled with promise the gentle blue reminds us to 'look up' and feel optimistic as we emerge from darker times.

It's a lighter, brighter and more refreshing colour than that of last year's Brave Ground, yet it still has a deep connection to nature. Enhance the feeling of nature by pairing this hue with warm wooden furniture and plenty of house plant ideas to welcome further elements of nature into your living room.

2. Mix soothing pastels

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As the colour of the year announcement shows powder blues are having a moment – a refreshing alternative to grey, cool blue brings with it a calming and serene energy. A pastel shade works well when used to decorate a south facing room to maximise the feeling of light and space. Mix a palette of soothing pastel shades to add depth to the look, introducing the tones via soft furnishings.

3. Coordinate with colour

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The key to creating the perfect feature way with colour is keeping it coordinated. Built-in furniture painted in the same block colour as the fireplace and the wall creates a sleek, cohesive look – solidify that one wall as one complete wall, rather than a broken space of shelving and chimney breast space.

4. Balance a blue colour scale

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Create a sophisticated blue living rooms by layering tones, to strike the right balance between a dominate colour to run through a scheme without it feeling overwhelming. This blue living room idea introduced a pale shade, almost blue-grey, on walls with a more pure pastel blue with the curtain fabric.

The look is enhanced with the introduction of royal blue in the form of a statement armchair. The rest of the room is kept neutral with white-washed wooden floors and white furniture to make sure the blue remains undiluted by other accent colours.

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Enrich a deep blue living room with the addition of luxurious textures and materials in a range of equally rich accent colours. In this striking blue living room deep blue walls  are enhanced by a large papered art on the wall and glam metallic furniture finishes and accessories.

Luxe velvets in deep shades of burnt orange punctuate the cocooning blue beautifully, creating a moody, decadent vibe.

6. Be bold with on-trend paint

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Create a strong colour block theme throughout by painting all the skirting boards and above the picture rail in the same colour as all four walls. Keep ceilings painted white for a dramatic contrast.

‘Blue and white is a classic combination and will stand the test of time. The colours contrast beautifully but pick an off shade of white - a true brilliant white already has more of a blue undertone, so paired with navy it can be cold,’ says Cathy Dean, Interior Designer

7. Choose dusky tones for a sophisticated finish

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Look to a mid-tone blue with grey undertones to keep the look bold but bright. Pair with touches of aged brown leather and brass to welcome an added feeling of warmth. This striking yet understated colour combination creates a sophisticated take on a blue living room idea.

8. Add a seascape feature wall

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Set the scene for your blue living room with a feature wall. This striking wall mural has an 'under the sea' vibe that creates a lush serene feel to the overall scheme, which is already tranquil with pale blue-grey walls with a light grey rug and gentle pink sofa to contrast.

9. Be daring with dominating dark blue shades

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Where a room can take it, if the light quality is right and the dark colour will enhance the size, be daring by taking all four walls to the dark side.

The key when decorating with such bold colour is to embrace all surfaces, so include skirting boards and framework into  the colour scheme. Otherwise you run the risk of white woodwork from standing out like a sore thumb – totally distracting from the statement effect of the blue. Add equally bold accent colours to inject pops of contrasting colour, such as this mustard yellow.

10. Embrace opulent finishes

Greenwich Velvet 3 Seater Sofa £549; Jungle Luxe Eyelet Curtain, from £50; Claudia Coffee Nest Tables Gold Effect £239; all Dunelm

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This look oozes luxury so opt for velvet finishes for cushions, curtains or upholstery. Brass accents and gold threads for accessories and occasional furniture are an instant shortcut to glamour. Pick rich wood finishes in matt rather than a glossy polish.

For a little old school glam, bring in the signature curves of chic twenties style with globe lighting and a round mirror. Fan and tropical palm prints still look the part and whilst dramatic colours are key to the look, swap out classic black and red for sapphire blue and emerald green.

11. Add some animal attraction

Anya Large Sideboard £549; Jungle Luxe Navy Wallpaper £12; Mila Magenta Rug from £45; all Dunelm

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Pick a wallpaper with a midnight blue backdrop to really showcase tropical scenes. The rich tone adds instant depth and smart sophistication that evokes Art Deco opulence.

This Neo Deco style has adopted a number of animals from tropical climes. Incorporate wallpaper, lighting and accessories featuring big cats, monkeys, zebras and exotic birds into the scheme. Gilded finishes just add to the air of eclectic glamour.

12. Accent with pink

Vivian Cocktail Chair; £149, Dunelm

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Lift the dark finishes like rich teal and midnight blue with blush pink and intense fuchsia. The warm pastel shade and bright jewel tone will soften the moody vibe and add a light hearted edge to the palette. Cushions and rugs are an easy way to inject the colour, or try some pink pampas grass for some statement texture.

A fluted, shell shaped accent chair in blush velvet will match a panelled wall with a chic silhouette while neon touches add a playful punch to the scheme.

13. Pick a sofa in a contrasting colour

Stella sofa in Paprika, £1840; Houston 5 light linear ceiling pendant, £260, Sofa. com

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Orange sits opposite a blue on the colour wheel, so setting this bold tangerine against a deep blue will really make the most of both features.

Annie Sloan has some words of advice on which accents colours work with a blue scheme: ‘The complementary of blue is yellow. As you move round the colour wheel you find orange, hence why brass and copper works so well, too.'

'Just a small amount goes a long way. For something quieter, colours like pale pink and grey greens look amazing.’ With that in mind, you might also want to see our pink living room ideas.

14. Go immersive

Plush large chaise sofa in dark blue velvet, £1,199, DFS

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For a sophisticated feel, go for mid to dark tones of blue on the wall that will really envelop a room. The deeper the colour, the richer and cosier the effect. Painting skirting and woodwork in the same colour as the walls, creates a smart, seamless finish.

When designing a room in a block colour, it’s important to avoid a flat space, so a velvet sofa and curtains not only create a luxe look, but lift the space with texture and create some depth.

15. Make it modern coastal

Venus Bilbao Vinyl, £18.99 per sq m, Mirage Abstract Blue Rug, from £63.99, Carpetright

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Forget the classic stripes. An inky watercolour mural will evoke seascapes whilst avoiding the cliche coastal prints. There’s no need to stick to one shade of blue either, combine everything from a sky blue to indigo, with a denim sofa and cobalt chair, to create a softer, blended scheme.

Work in a casual vibe using rattan and seagrass pieces to channel a far flung sense of coastal style.

16. Pick a heritage inspired print

Tapestry Floral Dark Seaspray wallpaper £40 per roll; Chatsworth Button Back Large Sofa in Seaspray £2,150; Laura Ashley at Next

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Dip a toe into a maximalist look with a feature wall, or go for total drama by using living room wallpaper ideas on all four walls. The dusky, restful shade and the tonal blue sofa, woodwork and furniture, softens the overall look so the busy print won’t overwhelm the space.

A contemporary twist on a traditional Chesterfield, the button back sofa bring a modern silhouette whilst still maintaining classic grandeur to complement the heritage wallpaper.

17. Give smart maritime blue a crisp white stripe

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A nautical palette of blue and white has always been a firm decorating favourite, and this smart band of white gives a whole new take on the traditional sailors stripes! Pairing it with a soft tan leather sofa and adding washed wood furniture brings a softness and warmth to this smart colour palette.

18. Mix in bottle green and accents of coral

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Greens and blues have always been a popular colour combination and can sit effortlessly together. Using colour blocks of blue on the walls and green on the sofa grounds the room with a classic combination, whilst the addition of a pop of dark coral gives the room an extra design dimension.

This leaf green sofa and matching footstool gives the room a grown up, sophisticated feel, whilst the pops of coral on soft furnishings and ceramics gives it a modern twist. Oversized lampbase, vases and decorative jars in the same mix of colours adds a contemporary edge.

19. Layer textures on a backdrop of pale aqua

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This season’s delicate shades of blush pink and pale aqua bring freshness to any room, while low-level furniture and soft linen drapes keep the look light. With a palette that is all about combining pale colours (with little or no pattern) try mixing textures to prevent the scheme becoming flat.

Don't be afraid to combine velvets, linens, and boucle fabrics on soft furnishings around the room. Create a seamless backdrop my matching curtains to the wall colour too.

20. Contrast an exposed stone wall with midnight blue

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A midnight blue velvet sofa has been contrasted with the distressed white stone wall in this living room in a converted barn. The sumptuous blue rather than looking cold against the white walls, creates a warm and inviting space to cosy up in. The rich blue colour scheme has been continued in the rug, and home accessories such as the vase and blanket.

21. Pair maritime blue with white for a look that's cosy and bright

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Painting the walls a dark blue is a wonderful way to build a look that's cosy and homely. So that the look isn't gloomy, keep the walls, ceilings and window dressings light – ideally white – to balance things. Mirror-finish furniture will also maximise the light in a dark-painted room.

22. Use midnight blue with grey for a modern rustic look

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You might think of blue as a cool colour, but the deepest, darkest shades will create a cosy, cocooning look, as evidenced here.

Greys and blush pinks are the ideal bedfellows – or should that be sofa fellows? – for this opulent midnight shade. They both soften and brighten up the room, while a woodturning stove, tongue and groove panelling and pale wood furniture enhance the rustic feel.

23. Try teal blue for a traditional update

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There's a fine line between traditional and tired, but it can be completely avoided if you are confident with colour. This strong teal brings a certain amount of heritage to this living room, but it simultaneously feels fresh.

Matching the sofa and the walls emboldens the look and creates a strong backdrop where it's possible to mix up antiques with modern pieces without the overall effect being messy.

24. Pick a pastel blue

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Introduce a splash of sky blue to enliven a small living room idea. A soft pastel shade welcomes colour without overwhelming the space. Combine cool, airy, pastels with the clean lines of modern furniture and contemporary textiles to bring it right up to date.

25. Give country style a fresh twist

Credits: Platform Medium 2 Seater Sofa £1,699; Hendricks Loveseat £599; Tuck Armchair £349, Cushions from £12; Jute Pouffe £79, Skye Jute Rug, £80, all John Lewis & Partners

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Bright shades of blue are the perfect companion to warmer, fruity orange hues, so instead of the soft pastels that sum up a traditional country look, team a zingy turquoise with sunbleached hues to update the look.

Dip into some Tuscan tones of sun soaked coral, golden ochre and for warmth and vibrancy. Flowy, full length curtains are the perfect way to introduce an energetic shot of colour.

26. Warm up the contrast

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Balance the  feel of a rich blue with a splash of neutral white. ‘You can turn up the temperature by using a darker tone of blue  and punctuate the space with energy’, says Natasha Petitt, Colour Designer at Craig & Rose.

27. Make pink feel grown up with inky blue

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Backed by any other shade, this pink sofa might look a little too sugary for many people's taste. But with a dark inky blue behind it, it's the ultimate in sophistication, enhanced by the coffee table's brass legs and accessories.

Also framed in brass are three blue prints, which break up the blue without detracting too much from its effect. Warm wood flooring and a pale rug keep things bright yet cosy underfoot.

28. Start with a blue sofa

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Here, a vibrant turquoise blue sofa pops against a soothing backdrop of denim blue, for our take on modern coastal.

Stonewashed blues like these are the perfect foundation for classic styles of furniture, the white dresser being a prime example. It's a good idea to reflect them in the accessories in display.

29. Tile a blue feature wall

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You'll need to have a healthy budget, but a feature wall formed of cement tiles can look truly spectacular and – despite the rustic nature of their material – glamorous. Velvet chairs in a deeper blue enhance this effect, and again, accessories in a similar turquoise are accents that bring the room together.

30. Experiment with pattern

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The golden rules for making this formal look work are to stick to a neutral hue for the walls and floor, and then to keep with a strict palette, which will allow you to play with pattern.

No two motifs are the same, yet they work harmoniously with each other and create an eclectic, global-inspired look, rather than a contrived seaside scheme.

Are blue living rooms popular?

Blue living rooms are more popular than ever, thanks to the recent announcement of Dulux's colour of the year 2022 Bright Skies.

Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director of Dulux UK, says, 'Right now, people want to feel revitalised and enjoy the freedoms that are returning to them, to look out and bring in new ideas. What better inspiration can we take than the endless skies around us?'

'It is widely known that nature makes us feel better. And taking steps to bring the outside in enhances our sense of wellbeing' Marianne adds. 'So whether we are working or relaxing, it is essential to have a space that reflects the optimism and desire for a fresh, new start that is top of the agenda.'

Additional words by Michela Colling, Nicky Phillips

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Creating coziness in the house is a rather painstaking, but pleasant process, and well-chosen tones can convey a certain atmosphere, give charm to the room. The living room is the heart of the house, so it is extremely important to focus all your efforts on creating a favorable atmosphere of relaxation and comfort in it. Designers recommend using gray-blue color in the design of the living room, replacing the classic warm shades. The room becomes spacious and airy, with notes of lightness and solemnity. How to combine blue and gray colors, and what are the secrets in the design of the living room, it's time to understand this article.

Blue color fills the room with light, freshness and coolness. A gentle shade of blue is able to visually expand the space and “raise” the ceiling. For all owners of small living rooms, designers recommend using a blue tint when ennobling the room, so you win extra space by getting rid of the effect of crushing walls.

Since ancient times, it has been considered a blue tint as a sign of luxury and wealth, the color of sophisticated elegance, which is not available to everyone. Now everyone is able to acquire Bohemian luxury, the main thing is to correctly combine it with a color palette. Pompous blue in combination with calm gray is a godsend for everyone who has a sophisticated taste and wants to embody it in the design of the living room.

In terms of perception, blue represents freedom and tranquility. It belongs to the cold palette of shades, which makes it universal for the design of any room. In combination with gray, the output is an ideal place for relaxation, which will take you into its arms after a hard day at work. Such a living room will help you calm down, find a sense of comfort and harmony with yourself.

The combination of gray and blue on a subconscious level is perceived as a changeable sky with azure glimpses and gray clouds. At the same time, a somewhat strict, and even solemn atmosphere is formed. At some point, it may seem that the living room has become the home of the Snow Queen, with all her cold grandeur. However, with the right selection of decor elements, furniture and textiles, you can achieve a more relaxed and gentle atmosphere.

Advantages of using a gray-blue palette:

• visually expands the space;
• fills the room with lightness and freshness;
• favorably affects the nervous system, has a relaxing effect;
• helps to quickly tune in to the working mood;
• The combination of colors suits both a classic style living room and a more innovative interior design.

A strict, concise and at the same time light and airy combination of colors will suit absolutely everyone, regardless of gender and age, which makes this type of interior design universal. The symbol of purity, rationality and reason will become the hallmark of the living room, giving a special gloss to your home.

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Most often, the gray-blue color in the interior of the living room is provided by the design of the walls. Why not use bright sky-colored tiles featuring starfish and shells to give the interior a scenery worthy of a seascape painting? Delicate wallpaper in small cells will complement the country style, the floral pattern will give comfort and lightness. Due to the design of the walls in these colors, you can not only bring freshness, but significantly expand the space.

Special attention should be paid to the ceiling using a shade of blue sky and gray calm clouds. The room will instantly be filled with air, there will be a feeling of freedom and harmony with nature. You can safely use matte paint or textured panels created specifically for the ceiling. Do not go out of fashion and stretch ceilings with imitation of the sky.

A bright spot in the living room will be a blue carpet. In addition, you can use spectacular tiles with a marble pattern when decorating a room. Well-chosen textiles perfectly complement the picture. Curtains are able to give a special coziness to the room, the gray shade will go well with the blue walls and floor.

Blue has a wide range of shades, but practicing designers most often use sky, azure and cornflower blue. The color of the sea wave looks advantageous, perfectly combined with white and gray.

These are the main tones that play a key role in the design of the living room, they turn it into a fashionable and stylish room that meets the latest trends in the design industry. Be sure to dilute the gray-blue interior with bright decor elements. These can be pistachio, mint or lemon figurines, frames, shades, etc.

The use of a blue-gray combination is great because even if the vast majority of objects in the room are decorated with shades from this color palette, as a result we will not get an oversaturated interior, sophistication and luxury will remain a priority.

When designing a living room, be sure to divide the room into several zones:

• rest zone;
• place for receiving guests;
• corner for work;
• eating area.

Each of the zones requires the use of certain decor items and shades. For example, for a recreation area, you can use a light gray false fireplace, soft chairs with blue blankets and an aquarium. Exotic, but quite appropriate to look in the living room hammock made of thick fabric. The reception area can be fenced with a beautiful screen, use a round table with a themed tablecloth and napkins. Blue-gray shades do not constrain the imagination at all, on the contrary, they inspire the combination of different elements and release the creative potential of the designer.

The blue color is appreciated by the English queen, she often uses it in clothes and in the interior. By the way, it was this color that became the symbol of famous monarchs, since it is endowed with majesty and aristocracy.

Blue-gray living room design features

In the process of creating a new look for the interior of the living room, it is necessary to be guided not only by personal needs, but also by the basic rules:

1. Consider climate. Residents of the northern regions are not spoiled for warmth and bright sunny color, which is why it is better to minimize the use of a blue tint or dilute it with contrasting, warmer elements.
2. Pale blue shades can decently expand the space, at the same time, dark blue tones have the opposite effect, consider this factor based on the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe living room.
3. The location of the living room also affects the use of colors. If the windows face south, you can safely experiment with all shades of blue and gray. If the living room is located strictly in the north, then it is better to use a light gray color, minimizing the amount of blue elements.
4. Consider the psychological state and health of family members. Easily excitable people will find peace in such a room, but if people are often prone to colds or osteochondrosis, it is worth using more of a gray, calm shade.

Today, there are a lot of tricks that designers actively use in the process of creating a unique interior. Let's take a look at a few secrets that you might like:

• We use panoramic glazing of the balcony. The living room will immediately be transformed. It will expand and open a magnificent view of the city to the inhabitants of the house. In good weather, the sky-blue gamut of the room will smoothly turn into a stunning sky landscape outside the window.
• Can be used in the interior of gray faux fur pillows. They add coziness to the living room, making watching movies a real pleasure.
• Openwork tablecloths and capes on the sofa and armchairs in cornflower blue will become a bright spot in the living room, giving it a special sophistication.
• The decoration of the floor with azure mosaics is especially popular.

The interior of the living room in gray-blue colors will be a godsend for everyone who wants to create an atmosphere of freedom, lightness and beauty. A harmonious combination of decor items, the design of the living room, taking into account the zoning and the needs of the inhabitants of the house, create a unique cocktail of practicality and Bohemian luxury. Don't be afraid to experiment with these calm and at the same time deep colors, the result will exceed all expectations!

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Contents:

1. Fashionable living room
2. Small rooms
3. Large interiors
4. wallpapers
5. Curtains and accessories
6. Furniture
7. Combination with other colors

Proponents of classical solutions in interior design most often pay attention to muted colors in the design of the living room. It is worth choosing delicate colors that can decorate the room and make it more interesting. See how to arrange a blue living room with solutions that will work in your home.

Fashionable living room in blue

Colorful walls or beautiful furniture in eye-catching colors are a great idea for creating an interesting interior. Fans of such solutions can choose from a variety of shades that can be adapted not only to individual expectations, but also to specific architectural conditions. If you are dreaming of a blue living room, you can choose between elegant turquoise and delicate pastels that will enliven the apartment. A blue wall in a modern living room enlivens the interior and adds elegance to it. Blue fits perfectly into the Scandinavian layout.

Blue interior of a small living room

When arranging a living room in blue, it is necessary to take into account certain restrictions associated with specific architectural conditions. If your room is not one of the largest, choose pale shades of blue, which will not only decorate the entire interior, but also make it visually expand the space. However, if you prefer saturated colors and want to introduce them into the decor of the room, you can paint one wall in turquoise. Then the interior will look interesting, and the dark color will not spoil it.

Light blue walls make the interior look bigger than it really is.

The turquoise wall does not overcrowd a small living room, but is a wonderful interior decoration. Everything is complemented by accessories in similar shades.

Blue living room: photos of spacious interiors

For larger rooms, you can afford darker shades. An elegant deep blue fading to grey, perfect for both modern and classic arrangements. Of course, you don't need to paint all the walls blue, as here you may decide to paint only one side of the room with a darker color. Gray or neutral white pair well with rich blues. Wooden furniture or light wood flooring will also look great in a spacious living room.

In a large living room, you can successfully use darker shades of blue. A dark wall brings life to a large modern living room.

Blue wallpaper in the living room

Blue wall paint is clearly not the only way to create an elegant living room. If you want a room to look stylish and tastefully furnished, consider arranging wallpaper that matches both the style of the particular décor and the color used in the interior design. Beautiful wallpaper, of course, can complement the composition in any style. This choice works well, for example, in a New York hall or glamour.

Blue wallpaper is an interesting decoration for a New York-style living room, it gives originality to the interior.

Blue curtains in the living room and other additions

Monochrome interiors do not always look good. While white, beige or light gray can represent monochrome, a floor-to-ceiling blue living room will create a stunning impression. If you do not want to paint or paste over the walls in this color, then you can choose beautiful curtains. Consider furniture, as a comfortable sofa or large corner will look especially good. The choice of blue is really huge, so all you have to do is choose a model that matches the design and specific configuration. Blue upholstered furniture complements the New York, modern or Scandinavian style. If you add decorations in the form of elegant pillows, then all this will take on a more interesting character and will cause admiration.

Fashionable living room: furniture in blue

Colorful furniture is one way to create a varied and modern interior. It is worth considering the original and universal color - blue. Here are some ideas for interior design, where furniture in this color plays a major role.

The combination of the classic shape of the furniture and the original pastel blue looks surprisingly successful. If the walls in the room are the same color as the furniture, you should choose different shades so that the individual elements of the room do not merge. It is better to prefer white and natural wood.

For light blue furniture, it is best to choose accessories in a different pastel color, such as light purple upholstery.

Blue upholstery is suitable if you are planning a very modern interior design in which geometric shapes reign. You will get an interesting effect by combining blue furniture with wallpaper with accents of the same color.

Living room in blue: successful combinations with other colors

Compared to orange or red, blue in the living room is a safe solution. It is a pastel and relaxing color, reminiscent of the blue sky or the sea. The color soothes, but at the same time brings freshness and a little summer, warm climate to the interior. It is not striking, so you can experiment with blue, combining it with other suitable colors without fear of overdoing it.

Blue-grey living room and other natural colors

Modern interiors are dominated by natural colors, ie grey, white and black. This is a set of neutral colors that never gets boring. Blue in the living room looks great in combination with light gray, but also harmonizes with dark gray.

Blue interior with yellow accessories

For those who are convinced that blue is as boring as gray or white, you can consider its combination in the living room with yellow. This is a bolder solution that will perfectly fit into your interior. An example of a successful combination is blue and yellow in the living room.

Purple or green

Another unusual solution is blue in the living room combined with purple or green. At first it may seem that the colors do not match. However, looking for inspiration, you will find that this is not true. Believe me, this is a great and original combination. The purple hall can be equipped with blue accessories in the form of decorative bottles, pillows and a pattern. Blue in combination with greens also looks great.

Blue is a trendy choice for a modern living room, check out our photo gallery to see for yourself.

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