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20 Designer-Approved Interior Color Schemes To Try Now
Design: West of Main, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
In interior design, two colors are better than one, and three are better than two. But with thousands of colors and millions of shades to choose from, how could you possibly create a combination that works? The answer: With some professional guidance.
We tapped 20 interior designers for the tried and true color schemes they find themselves revisiting time after time. Whether you prefer rich colors with a glamorous feel or cool tones that look coastal chic, here are 20 pairings to incorporate in every room of your home.
01 of 20
Design: Valerie Darden of Brexton Cole Interiors, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
Almost everyone loves blue, and it's easy to see why.
"One of my favorite color schemes is a simple Parisian grayish-blue paired with natural beige tones and the addition of gold hardware," Valerie Darden, head designer of Brexton Cole Interiors says. "I mixed this combo together for this master bedroom, using Sherwin Williams' Silver Grey on the walls. I was inspired by Marie Antionette! It gives the room a calm and serene atmosphere."
02 of 20
Design: Valerie Darden of Brexton Cole Interiors, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
For a bold look, try green and red. We promise it won't look like Christmas.
"I love pairing hunter green and rich reds together, especially for boys' rooms," Darden says. "I like this color combo because it can give a vintage vibe to any room when paired with the right accessories. In this boy's bedroom, we went for the old-world collegiate look. The room looks adorable paired with plaids and a gallery wall mixed with vintage style frames and toys."
03 of 20
Design: Diana Weinstein, Photo: Jane Beiles, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
Blue is extra calming, but a pop of bright colors can give it the oomph it needs.
"I love how fresh and young the bright pops of fluorescent hues make a soft blue wall color feel," designer Diana Weinstein says.
"The boldness of these neons adds an edge to what is typically a more traditional design. The clients on this specific home didn't like to take risks with color, but we encouraged them to try out this rug and tweed armchairs with these fun pops of pinks and yellows and oranges in them. This is now their favorite room."
04 of 20
Design: Desiree Burns Interiors, Photo: Tamara Flanagan, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
If you're in the market for more earthy tones, green cannot be beat.
"I love incorporating pops of green as an accent color throughout a neutral home," Desiree Burns, the founder of Desiree Burns Interiors explains. "Bolder shades like forest green pack a big punch and make a beautiful impact, especially when combined with neutrals like light gray. It's a nice balance of a bold color counteracted by a neutral and works in almost any room! Whether you're going bohemian, rustic, farmhouse, contemporary, or glam, I think this color palette speaks to all different design styles.
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05 of 20
Design: Latham Interiors, Photo: Mike Schirf, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
A classic color combination found everywhere from Cape Cod homes to beach California bungalows, a pairing of blue and white is never a bad idea.
"Shades of blue and white are a fan-favorite combination that people feel they can often rely on," Sarah Latham, the principal of Latham Interiors, says. "The classic pairing looks clean and fresh, and we often pair it with natural wood tones to add depth, color, and texture to any space. Our favorite blue is Newburyport Blue HC-155 by Benjamin Moore, and the best part is it can easily be translated into most décor styles from bohemian to rustic and traditional to farmhouse."
06 of 20
Design: Michelle Gage, Photo: Rebecca McAlpin, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
For a more unexpected take on interiors, try a variation of pink and green.
"My favorite color scheme is pink and teal," Michelle Gage, the principal and founder of Michelle Gage Interior Design says.
"There's something so perfect about how the pairing pops against one another. I love the soft and bright balance the combination brings to a room."
07 of 20
Design: Julia Alexander, Photo: Anna Yanovski, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
For a cooler toned room, blues and greens give off a calm and easygoing vibe.
"A color scheme of graduated blues and greens with neutral tones, natural woods, and black accents is my favorite combination," designer Julia Alexander of Julia Alexander Interiors says. "To recreate the look, take one color and repeat it in shades lighter and darker throughout your space. The pale blueish-green walls in this bedroom, paired with a rich green velvet headboard, feel classic, timeless, and serene."
08 of 20
Design: Katherine Carter, Photo: Amy Bartlam, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
Who says neutrals have to be boring? With pops of nearly cobalt blue, this space is anything but average.
"I love how elegant and chic black, blue and beige look and feel in this Venice beach home—the colors work so well together and add depth to this space," designer Katherine Carter explains.
"With such versatile shades, this color scheme really works in any room in the house. However, for this project, we chose to keep it in living room, finding room, family room, and kitchen. For a modern contemporary look, make navy and black the primary colors and sprinkle in beige tones."
09 of 20
Design: Kelly Hurliman Interior Design, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
As they're both cool colors, green and blue always play well together.
"My all-time favorite color scheme is blue and green—it always works and, depending on the shades, can be super versatile," Kelly Hurliman of Kelly Hurliman Interior Design says. "Brighter tones can feel preppy and fresh, while dark shades give off a sophisticated, moody vibe. We went with Benjamin Moore's Polo Blue on the walls and added grass green art and decor into the mix in this room."
10 of 20
Design: Mindy Gayer Design Co., Photo: Vanessa Lentine, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
For a more neutral, earthy take, try gray-green and add black and white.
"My favorite color scheme at the moment is grayish-green hues combined with black and white neutrals," designer Mindy Gayer, of Mindy Gayer Design Co. "I gravitate towards green colors to bring the outside in, and sage tones are also very soothing. I love how this combination boasts plenty of contrast while still maintaining a timeless quality."
11 of 20
Design: Jonathan Rachman, Photo: Suzanna Scott, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
For an high-impact space, black and red make a bold statement.
"Any touch of color against black—preferably high-glossed black—makes for a winning combination," Jonathan Rachman of Jonathan Rachman Design says. "I love pairing it with red, because it's bold yet soft, and definitely a statement! There are so many shades of black, but for me it's blackest of the black possible that I love the most, such as Benjamin Moore Black."
12 of 20
Design: Diana Rose Design, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
Looking for more of a modern coastal vibe? Blue, tan, and gray are for you.
"One of my favorite color combinations is blue, sand, and gray, as it evokes a sense of peace and comfort and boasts a clean, modern feel," Diana Rose, the principal and creative director of Diana Rose Design says. "Although it is adaptable for many environments, I especially love it for homes situated with water views. Other nature-inspired accents such as tan driftwood, green plants, white marble work with the nature-inspired color palette to evoke a feeling of water and the beach."
13 of 20
Design: Michelle Berwick, Photo: Larry Arnal, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
Pairing a strong shade, like black, with a lighter pastel, like blush pink, provides a great contrast.
"Ever since I was a little girl, my favorite color has always been blush pink—there's just something about it that makes me happy and calm," Michelle Berwick, the founder and principal designer of Michelle Berwick Design, says. "These days, I've found a way to use it in a way that feels fresh, modern, and not at all childlike.
Berwick suggests selecting a pink with "brown or putty undertones" like Queen Anne from Benjamin Moore.
"I love pairing this faint hue with black and mixing it with a host of other naturals, like white, tan, and putty shades," Berwick explains. "It complements many styles of interiors, including the trendy minimalist spaces we see today."
14 of 20
Design: Kate Davidson, Photo: Lauren Miller, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
For those drawn to mustard shades, try pairing it with a charcoal gray.
"My favorite color scheme at the moment is yellow and gray because it's both timeless and evokes modern sensibility," Kate Davidson of Kate + Co Design says. "Yellow brings a light-hearted feel and lifts the vibe of the muted gray tones but actually blends effortlessly into a home that does not have much color. The pair works in most spaces because it's gender-neutral and surprisingly brings quite a calming feel to any space."
15 of 20
Design: West of Main, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
The two most popular neutrals of the moment, gray and brown, play well together too.
"When we work with cooler tones, such as grays, we bring in balance through warmer tones and textures," designer Sascha LaFleur of West of Main says. "For instance, we love using this deep charcoal grasscloth wallcovering that boasts hints of bronze when the light hits it just right, and pairing it with organic brown textures. Through decorative elements, we can bring in that beautiful warmth to even the coolest-toned rooms."
16 of 20
Design: West of Main, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
For a high-drama space without using a ton of color, pick neutral shades and include luxe fabrics.
"We love incorporating color through texture. Injecting color through texture creates drama, even if you still want to keep a neutral palette," La Fleur explains. "We paired this almond-colored linen headboard and dark wood nightstand with a textural moss-green grasscloth wallpaper and I believe these rich, moodier tones are certainly here to stay. Pair them with crisp, creamy whites to keep a fresh and inviting feel while developing some contrast with those deeper hues.
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17 of 20
Design: Courtney Sempliner, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
An ever popular choice, white paired with some bright colors always delights.
"To me, the most classic color scheme of all is a clean white palette with pops of colored accents throughout with the help of artwork and accessories, designer Courtney Sempliner says. "My go-to white paint for a blank canvas is Benjamin Moore's White Dove, which has just enough warmth to keep a space from being too stark, but still feels fresh and works with any other tones you bring into a room."
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18 of 20
Design: Courtney Sempliner, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
Blue works in almost any space, especially when paired with easy neutrals.
"I love using a neutral blue color scheme in almost any space," Sempliner says. "A soft blue, combined with any whites, taupes, and grays, works well to provide a calming and warm environment while still feeling dynamic and fresh.
For paint colors, two of my favorite blue tones are Borrowed Light by Farrow and Ball and Van Deusen Blue by Benjamin Moore."
19 of 20
Design: Mary Patton, Photo: Molly Culver, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
Greens are having a moment. To get in on the trend, try an emerald shade with a neutral.
"A medium green like this bold emerald shade paired with warm neutrals, like tan, is my current favorite color scheme," Mary Patton, the owner of Mary Patton Design says. "Calke Green by Farrow & Ball is the perfect shade to try a floor-to-ceiling paint job."
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Design: Marlaina Teich, Photo: Patrick Cline, Graphics: Sabrina Jiang for MyDomaine
A true classic, black and white will never go out of style.
"Classic black and white is a chic way of dressing up a more casual interior style, like the trendy modern farmhouse," Marlaina Teich of Marlaina Teich Designs says. "The key with making this simple color palette work is layering in texture, which you can do by varying up the paint finishes.
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Blue + Brown
Chocolate brown and blue is always a win, but this foyer designed by Elizabeth Roberts is making it look even better than usual.
Tria Giovan
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Marigold + Cream
White and yellow can be almost too cheerful—this cream and marigold combination is softer and a little more mellow as a result, though it still boasts that signature energy you'd expect from a yellow backdrop.
Roland Bello
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Lime Green + Dark Blue
Dark blue wallpaper, black lacquer moldings, and a moody buffet bring depth and texture to the Miles Redd-designed room while the white marble table and lime green upholstered dining chairs ensure levity.
Nicole Franzen
4 of 35
Peach + Cream + Chrome
This eclectic contemporary living room is understated and visually soothing, but if you take a closer look, there are plenty of bold style statements.
Part of this is thanks to the neutral yet unique color scheme.
George Ross
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Ruby + Ink
Birgette Pearce designed a hidden pantry to keep stored items discrete behind inky sliding doors with textured glass—but once open, the pocket doors reveal a bright red surprise.
Stephen Kent Johnson
6 of 35
Turquoise + White + Warm Wood
A custom turquoise velvet banquette in this contemporary California dining nook designed by Studio Shamshiri is just the right dose color.
Mali Azima
7 of 35
Melanie Turner makes a strong case for monochromatic decorating with this soothing green sitting room. The brass accents, burled wood table, and brown marble fireplace facade spice things up.
Ngoc Minh Ngo
8 of 35
Amethyst + Scarlet
The velvet-covered banquette serves as plush seating at the dining table, draped in purple burlap from Elegant Fabrics. Designer David Kaihoi's three-year-old daughter sits in the red Tripp Trapp high chair by Stokke in the New York City apartment.
Shade Degges
9 of 35
Bubblegum Pink + Greige
Designed by Jae Joo, this timeless living room is both peaceful and inspiring, perfect for unwinding, socializing, studying, or more. Bubblegum pink arm chairs with a wood frame are a breath of fresh air and the greige walls add more intrigue and sophistication than a simple bright white color would.
Thomas Loof
10 of 35
Yellow + Turquoise
The tight prints and splashes of red help marry the playful yellow and turquoise lacquer paints in this wide-open landing that Kati Curtis transformed into a jewel box of a reading nook.
Jonny Valiant
11 of 35
Green Tea + Dusty Brown
To bring a feeling of nature into a New York living room, designer Fawn Galli used a custom minty green: "I don't think a color should be too saturated or strong on a wall." Pal + Smith chairs upholstered in Safari by Manuel Canovas, a Paley sofa from Profiles, a Fiona Curran Palette carpet for the Rug Company, and a painting by Anne Siems give the room "a sense of storybook fantasy.
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Heidi Caillier Design
12 of 35
Army Green + Burnt Orange
Army green and burnt orange are great for anyone who is typically color averse but wants to experiment a bit with less neutral tones.
William Abranowicz
13 of 35
Tangerine + Dark Stone
If you have a little alcove on your porch or a built-in cabana on a pool deck, make it cozy and outdoor-friendly with the right mix of materials. John Houshman added cushions and a rug to soften things up.
Noe DeWitt
14 of 35
Sage + Aqua + Rattan
A super warm, almost golden material like rattan will balance out a cooler sage and aqua color combination. It's perfect for a tropical location—or anywhere you want to channel a vacation vibe. Add some brass for good measure, as Pheobe Howard did here.
AMY NEUNSINGER
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Big Apple Red + Dusty Blue
A different shade of red and an extra dose of gold give the above color combination a different spin that we love equally as much.
Some warmer neutrals and a contrasting statement bolster pillow upholstered in dusty blue balance it all out.
Kendall McCaugherty
16 of 35
Peach + Black + Pink
Black and cream calm pieces down the various shades of pink in this great room designed by Bruce Fox. The lighting casts a golden glow over the whole room.
Paul Raeside
17 of 35
Gray-Blue + Black
Give yourself something inspiring to look up at when you're getting ready to dream during a nap or while you ponder your reading material. to look at Artist Rajiv Surendra embellished the black chalkboard paint walls and ceiling in this Montreal writing room to mimic elaborate moldings. It feels fresh and modern, but also classic.
Roland Bello
18 of 35
Raspberry + Sky Blue
A classic wall mural gets a burst of contemporary energy with deep pink lampshades and a pinstriped sofa in this sitting room corner designed by Miles Redd.
Emily Minton Redfield
19 of 35
Cherry + Brass
Cherry red walls with a high-gloss finish and brass accents bring maximum luxury to this tea room designed by Marie Flanigan for House Beautiful's Whole Home in Denver.
It's perfect for a much-needed quiet moment for one.
Karyn Millet
20 of 35
Orange Cream + Deep Teal
Designer Celerie Kemble let her daughter pick the color scheme for this room in their Manhattan apartment. The orange cream walls paired with the deep teal carpeting and accents breeds a lively atmosphere.
Werner Straube
21 of 35
Sapphire + Mustard
The color-drenched "flex room" in a Michigan house designed by Corey Damen Jenkins is a fun place for kids to do homework or for the grown-ups to have after-dinner drinks. The lacquered walls are actually a Philip Jeffries wallcovering.
Reid Rolls
22 of 35
Aqua + Raspberry
Nick Olsen used look-at-me shades of pink and blue to cover every inch of a girl's bedroom—check out the Christopher Farr Cloth wallpaper on the ceiling!
David A. Land
23 of 35
Tangerine + Olive
Olive-painted trim on walls papered in a bright orange pattern? It doesn't sound like it should work, but this dining room—designed by Chenault James for House Beautiful's Whole Home in Nashville—is proof that it definitely does.
TRIA GIOVAN
24 of 35
Pistachio + Periwinkle
This sweet concoction of a living room, designed by Amanda Lindroth, provides irrefutable proof that opposites attract. She had the Quadrille fabric on the sofas printed in a custom color combination to tie the two hues together,
Jane Beiles
25 of 35
Royal Blue + Orchid
“Nothing matches, but it all works together,” says designer Charlotte Barnes of the bright blue kitchen in a family's South Carolina vacation house. Her go-to shade? Farrow & Ball's Hague Blue.
Thomas Loof
26 of 35
Blush + Mahogany
Matthew Carter used pale pink walls—painted in Benjamin Moore’s Precocious—as a backdrop for antique wood furniture in a Bahamas vacation home.
David A. Land
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Iris + Crimson
Feeling bold? With its purple ceiling (Delicate Petal by Pratt & Lambert) and red walls (Red Statement, also Pratt & Lambert), the living room of Katie Brown's Connecticut house is a showstopper.
CHRISTOPHER DELANEY
28 of 35
Fuchsia + Robin's Egg Blue
Kristen McCory used a few coats of saturated pink paint—inspired by her client's grandmother's lipstick—to turn a hand-me-down secretary into a showstopping focal point for an upstairs hallway clad in pale blue wallpaper.
Douglas Friedman
29 of 35
Yellow + White
The vibrant yellow-and-white Clarence House wallpaper in this breakfast nook designed by Krista Ewart ensures a bright start to the day. "The yellow is so fresh and sunny, and the room goes a little retro with the white Chinese Chippendale chairs and the black painted floor," she says.
Luke White
30 of 35
Teal + Brick
“Saturated colors balance the strength of the architecture,” says Janie Molster of this 1700s Virginia study where red curtains hang from walls in Benjamin Moore's Mill Spring Blue.
three easy steps to the right color scheme
01/28/2021
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General principles of color matching
Defining a color scheme is an exceptionally exciting and creative process. This is where the danger lies: the selection of colors and shades is so captivating that it is easy to forget about the main goal - creating a harmonious interior. As a result, it often happens that a carefully selected ensemble of colors, although beautiful in itself, suddenly “does not sound” in the specific conditions of a house or apartment.
Three steps can help you avoid this annoying and costly oversight:
- Acquaintance with the classic rules of color combination.
- Color matching for the room.
- The combination of colors and interior style.
For the living room, as the center of the house, these principles are especially relevant. If you approach the matter thoughtfully and with understanding, the result will be truly impressive!
Classic color combination rules
Over the centuries-old history of design art, the canons of working with color in the interior have been formed:
- The main rule is reasonable restraint.
A sign of good taste - no more than 3-4 colors in the design of the living room. Of these, about 70% should be occupied by the main tone, another 25% by an additional tone, and the remaining 5% should be given to bright accents. It is better to choose the main tone from neutral colors, and the decor of saturated colors and materials with different textures will help to revive the monotony of the interior. - In the interior, shades of the same color always look good - for example, dark blue, light blue and blue. For a more harmonious transition, you can combine them with a neutral component: light gray, white or beige.
- The best choice for minimalist interiors is monochrome paint, most often in neutral colors. This stylish solution remains relevant for a long time - even after a few years it will look noble. And bright color accents or a wealth of textures will always help to give energy to such a living room.
- For more saturated interiors, a game of contrasts is appropriate: red with green, black with white, yellow with purple.
Only it is impossible to distribute them equally: one of the colors must prevail.
A good help in choosing a color is the color wheel, in which the colors of the spectrum smoothly transition into each other. With it, it is easy to identify close, complementary and contrasting colors. Ready-made palettes work great - tables of 5-6 colors: the first color in them is always the main one, the second and third are additional, the rest are contrasting. But if there is still no final certainty, win-win classic combinations will always help out:
- black and white. A rich, but strict combination of neutral tones gives dignity and sophistication to the interior of the living room;
- blue and grey. Calm, sophisticated, restrained colors will give peace and lightness;
- beige and pink. Soft, balanced shades have always been considered an excellent choice for the living room;
- yellow and cream. Bright, cheerful, but balanced gamma will add light and warmth to the living room;
- burgundy and gold.
Deep muted tones are the companions of luxury, wealth and excellent taste.
Color matching to room conditions
It's time to try on the chosen range to the specific conditions of the living room. The main ones are the size of the room and the side of the world that the windows face:
- the least amount of daylight penetrates through windows facing north. Its lack in the living room can be compensated for with warm, jubilant colors: red, yellow, orange tones will make it brighter and happier;
- a room with windows facing west will be lit in cold tones. In addition to the same warm colors, calm shades of beige, light green, lilac will help soften them;
- the rising sun through the eastern windows, even in harsh winter, fills the house with bright light. Gray, blue, purple, blue will help to balance it. Colors can be saturated, dark walls are acceptable;
- South-facing windows illuminate the room most brightly.
Here you need light fresh shades of cold colors: blue, turquoise or white. However, it is worth balancing them with a dark finish, otherwise the room will become uncomfortable.
The size of the living room is well adjusted by the degree of color saturation. The rule here is simple: the smaller the room, the lighter the shade. The walls of a small living room are visually moved apart by pastel and milky tones, and the snow-white ceiling will become higher in contrast with the dark floor. Large living rooms will become cozier in dark and rich colors. However, a light finish is also acceptable, but with contrasting elements: it is better to leave monotonous pale walls to hospitals.
Interior colors and styles
It remains to agree on the color of the finish and the style of interior design. Each of them has its own color solutions, the neglect of which can destroy the whole effect:
- classical styles (empire, baroque, rococo) - the realm of deep, rich, but not flashy tones.
These aristocratic interiors gravitate toward noble shades of beige, emerald green, wine red, and purple. Restrained dark furniture, heavy curtains and soft gold finishes: this is how the atmosphere of luxury, security and power looks like;
- eco-styles, such as country and provence - the element of light airy colors, natural tones and natural textures. Blue, light green, pink, lilac, the whole gamut of brown - the more natural, the better;
- hi-tech, constructivism and other technogenic trends are built on the contrasts of white, black, silver colors. Dark blue and deep brown are acceptable. The cheerfulness of orange, green or purple looks out of place here;
- the asceticism of minimalism and the Scandinavian style requires decoration in pure light colors: white, ashy, beige, milky. Bright accents of textiles and interior items are appropriate;
- avant-garde, art deco, pop art - a carnival of bright, contrasting, sometimes incongruous colors, textures and prints.
White with purple, black with orange, peach, pink, leopard - if only it wasn't boring!
But still, the main sign of a successful combination of colors in the living room interior is that you and your family should like them. In the luxury of the colonial style, the deliberate simplicity of the loft or the exoticism of ethnic trends, it is not so much authenticity that is important, but comfort and a sense of peace. If those who are dear to you gather in the living room every evening, then everything is done right!
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The combination of colors in the interior - how to combine colors, examples from photos
The walls are the background that sets the atmosphere of the house, so choosing a color is a responsible matter.
Repainting / regluing is a rather laborious and not very pleasant process. Therefore, many fears and doubts are born. What if the interior is too dark/cold/bright/sterile?
As a result, most people settle for the most "safe" and proven option. Most often it is “beige” (What? Warm color, goes with everything). How to stop being afraid of color and how to make a beautiful interior in your favorite colors? What are the rules for color combinations? Let's figure it out. Color will help us.
A bit of theory
The color wheel model, designed by the Swiss artist Johannes Itten, will be an excellent cheat sheet in the selection of a harmonious color solution. The Itten circle consists of 12 parts. This is a table of three primary colors (red, yellow, blue), three additional (composite) colors, which are formed by mixing the primary (green, purple, orange) and six tertiary colors, which are formed by combining the primary with additional ones. All colors can be divided into cold and warm.
Neutral colors (black, white, gray, ivory, brown, beige) are included in a separate category. They go well with other colors from the circle, as well as with each other. Use them as a background for other colors (for example, you can make walls in neutral shades, but bring color into the interior with furniture, textiles or bright posters) or add accessories in neutral tones to “dilute” the main color a little.
How does it work?
It's very simple. There are only six canonical schemes (selections) of color combinations in the interior. Let's look at them with examples.
1. Analog triad
This is the simplest and "safest" option. 3 consecutive colors are taken from the palette. Use shades of these colors in interior design and you are guaranteed a calm, beautiful interior.
2. Complimentary combination
Complementary colors are colors that are at diametrically opposite ends of the circle. One of the colors will be the main, contrasting color, you can emphasize the details of the interior.
If you are afraid that it will be too bright, dilute the room with neutral colors to a level that is comfortable for you personally.
3. Contrasting triad
It looks like a complementary combination, only two neighboring sectors are added to one of the colors. Decorate the apartment in these colors, and leave the contrast for small interesting details. Or, on the contrary, make one color the main one, and use the other two, closer ones, for accents.
4. Classical triad
This is a more complicated version. A combination of three colors equidistant on a circle. Here, one color is usually taken as the basis. The other two are used for accents. If you are afraid that it will come out too colorful, dilute it with neutral colors “to taste”.
5. Rectangular/square pattern
Use two pairs of contrasting colors. It is important not to overdo it, otherwise the interior may turn out to be colorful. It would be more correct to choose one main color and three additional ones.
The square scheme is a variation of the rectangular scheme, but the colors used in it are located in a circle at an equal distance from each other.
This scheme is not for everyone. Interiors with a large number of colors are bright, interesting, but eventually tiring. This approach is a good way to design oriental or boho style interiors.
Could it be easier?
Possible. If combinations from the circle are still intimidating, the easiest and safest option is to choose one color and combine it with neutral companions. It will turn out simple, stylish, minimalistic and modern.
Dark-Light
Finally decided on the colors. But how to choose the right tone? Dark? Light coloured? And how to combine them? Shade compatibility depends on the task.
You can, for example, take selected colors of very light tones. The interior will be light and delicate. This is a great solution for children's design.
And you can use the most saturated colors.
This will make the room bright, atmospheric, inspiring and energizing, so this option is not very suitable for the bedroom. There it is better to use more calm tones.
And you can take one or more soft shades and one - saturated. Colors "work" together, complementing and emphasizing each other. Against the background of delicate pastel colors, a bright color will sound in a completely new way. Try it!
Color combination in the kitchen
Warm colors are best for the kitchen. For example, orange, yellow and red - they improve mood and improve appetite. They can be used as an accent on one of the walls, an apron, and also on appliances, furniture and accessories. Neutral white, beige, gray and black work well as companions for such bright, cheerful shades.
If the kitchen windows face south, it is better to refuse too warm tones, as they increase the feeling of heat and stuffiness. Pay attention to the no less winning combination of brown and green.
It creates a cozy atmosphere and makes us a little closer to nature.
The combination of colors in the bedroom
The color scheme of the bedroom should help you relax and sleep sweetly after a hard day. Pastel colors are the best. Pay attention to such colors as milky, gray, sand, chocolate, gold, delicate lilac, blue, pink and turquoise, which can be harmoniously combined with each other.
Bathroom color combination
The bathroom is where we start and end our day. Here it is important to find a balance and choose a color scheme that will invigorate and delight in the morning, and relax and soothe in the evening. The most popular solutions are: white with blue or blue, white with beige and gray, white with chocolate. But it is better to avoid green - in the bathroom it will be associated with mold and dampness.
As a rule, the footage of the bathroom is not large, so you should give up the abundance of too dark or bright colors that visually reduce the space.
