Purple interior designs
25 Purple Room Decorating Ideas
Douglas Friedman
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Pink and Purple Harmony
In Alina Cho's Central Park South apartment, a living room is powerfully feminine and flooded with light. A tufted purple bench pairs with millennial pink walls; zebra patterned chairs tie together the glamorous space.
Ricardo Labougle
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Moody Purple Dining
In a Spanish-inspired London townhouse, the dining room's Victorian table sits atop a custom Patricia Sanchiz rug. The antique space's moody green walls are offset by the two-toned, rich purple rug and watery blue curtains.
Simon Upton
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A Deep, Cool Purple Den
In decorator Alisa Bloom's sultry 1920s penthouse, a color punched style comes to life in the den. The vintage Edward Wormley sofa is in a Scalamandré velvet, and the rug is by the Rug Company.
William Waldron
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Complementary Shades
In cosmetics star Jeanine Lobell and actor Anthony Edwards' eclectic family home, the master bedroom is invigorated through a thoughtful use of purples. A deep-toned custom bed, sheer pink-purple curtains, and walls painted in Grappa come together in harmony.
Richard Powers
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Texture Play
In an eggplant purple dining room, J. Robert Scott chairs are upholstered in a Fortuny cotton, the walls are covered in a JAB wool and Houlès nailheads, and the curtains are of a Donghia cotton.
Simon Upton
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Mediterranean Influence
The guest bedroom of an eclectic Adriatic home features a punchy purple accent wall, which backs a woven screen from Burundi that serves as the headboard. The bedcover is of West African kente cloth, and the floor mat is Indonesian.
Richard Powers
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Dramatic Purple Couch
In designer Alex Papachristidis' bold NYC apartment, a seating area feels royal thanks to antique chairs and a decadent velvet couch, all of which are backed by a graphic vintage wallpaper.
Mikkel Vang
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Saturated Purple Library
In this Upper East Side apartment designed by Alex Papachristidis, the library is saturated in purple.
The custom sofa is upholstered in a Manuel Canovas velvet and the cushions are in a Brunschwig & Fils cotton. The custom carpet is by Beauvais, the Louis XVI armchair is covered in a Braquenié fabric and the walls are heated in a Manuel Canovas lambswool. The print is by Andy Warhol.
Mikkel Vang
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Glowing Purple Bedroom
In the same purple-filled apartment designed by Papachristidis, the custom bed is upholstered in a Brunschwig & Fils fabric and dressed in bedding by Leontine Linens. The light fixture was found at a Paris flea market, the lamps are by Christopher Spitzmiller with custom shades by Blanche P. Field and the rug is a custom design. The walls are sheathed in a linen by Manuel Canovas, and the curtains are of a silk by the same company, with Samuel & Sons trim.
Francesco Lagnese
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Soft Purple Walls
In the master bedroom of Vanity Fair style chronicler and social fixture Amy Fine Collins, the soft purple walls in the master bedroom serve as a sweet backdrop for drawings by Tony Viramontes.
The circa-1915 bed is dressed in linens designed by Robert Hoven, who also created the wall treatment. The swing-arm lamps by Hinson sport custom-made shades.
William Waldron
11 of 25
Splashes of Warm Purple
In author Holly Peterson's Hamptons home, decorated by Kimberly Hall, the master bedroom's splashes of purple are complemented by a more neutral grass cloth wall covering by Phillip Jeffries. The custom rug is by Madeline Weinrib.
Simon Upton
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Muted Purple Veranda
In their Jaipur, India apartment, fashion designer Liza Bruce and her husband Nicholas Alvis Gega appointed a vibrant shade of purple to the veranda walls. The carved-wood table and bench blend with white-painted polyhedrons and mercury-glass balls.
Dominique Vorillon
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Cool Purple Ceiling
In a traditional stone house in Bel Air, decorated by designer Kim Alexandriuk, a daughter's room is modernized with a blue-purple ceiling, linen curtains by Christopher Farr and cream walls.
Roger Davies
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Purple Covered Living Room
In model Jessica Stam's New York apartment, the living room is characterized by purple walls, purple drapes and a purple custom-made rug by Stark. Armchairs upholstered in a Donghia cotton are circa the 1950s, as is the floor lamp, and the vintage sofa was found on eBay.
Björn Wallander
15 of 25
Feminine Purple Master
In a Manhattan townhouse, the master bedroom's purple custom-color wallpaper is by Gracie. The cast-metal bed is also a custom design, the headboard and bed skirt are of a fabric by Lelievre and the canopy curtains are of a silk by Dedar that was embroidered by Penn & Fletcher and lined with a fabric by Stark.
Mikkel Vang
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Earthy Purple Accent
In the living room of an 1870s carriage house in Bedford, New York, the purple dhurrie is 19th century. The custom sofa is covered in a Kravet cotton and the cocktail table is by Martin Szekely. The Egyptian light fixture is from Liza Sherman.
Richard Powers
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Glossy Purple Floors
The living room of this São Paulo house showcases tones of purple throughout. The built-in concrete banquette is fitted with velvet cushions and the rug is Chinese. Concrete tiles colored with iron oxide line the floor.
Simon Upton
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Purple Minimalism
In a Mexico City home that blends minimalism with folk art tradition, the living room purple chairs, cocktail table and purple sofa are all by Casamidy. The artwork over the sofa is a reproduction of a 1936 telegram from R. Buckminster Fuller to Isamu Noguchi explaining Einstein's Theory of Special Relativity, and is by Jose Dávila. The 19th-century mirror is Mexican.
Simon Upton
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Purple Fabrics
In this Manhattan family home, the master bedroom is accented with purple in the bed and drapes. The custom-made bed is upholstered in a Rogers & Goffigon linen, and the bedding is by Casa del Bianco. The carpet is by Stark.
Simon Upton
20 of 25
Victorian-Inspired Purples
In this English manor house, the library sofas are by George Smith, and the armchairs, which are reproductions of Victorian originals from Somerleyton, are upholstered in fabric by Bernard Thorp; the mahogany Pembroke side table dates to 1790, the Axminster rug is a copy of a 17th-century design, the 1920s oak bookcases are by Wilcox of Warwick, and the walls are painted in Teal by Paint & Paper Library.
Jean-Francois Jassaud
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Subdued Grayish Purples
Christian Astuguevieille designed the Afribaton chair, marble-topped table, hemp pedestal, Mira mirror, and sconce prototypes in the meeting room of his French duplex; the crystal chandelier is from the early 20th century, and three of his 1992 glass sculptures in ultramarine blue fabric and bulrushes sit atop the 19th-century marble fireplace.
Eric Piasecki
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Luxurious Purple Velvet
In Christina Juarez's color-drenched apartment, the vintage Milo Baughman sofa is in a Cowtan & Tout velvet and a pair of 1970s chairs are in a Larsen velvet.
The cocktail table and floor lamp are by West Elm, the side tables are by Donghia, and the pillows and rug are by Madeline Weinrib. The portraits are by Kimberly Brooks.
Eric Piasecki
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Pattern Crazy Purples
Also in the home of Christina Juarez, the custom Avery Boardman chaise has a seat cushion in a Claremont fabric and a back bolster in a Quadrille fabric. The cocktail table is by Jonathan Adler, the dresser is by West Elm, and the vintage lamp from Dragonette Ltd. has a shade by Irving & Morrison. Artworks by (from left) Yee Wong, Wayne Pate, and Takashi Murakami hang on walls covered in a Kreme wallpaper from Studio Four NYC.
William Waldron
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Neutral Purples
In the master bedroom of this West Village apartment, the bed and side tables are custom designs, the walls are sheathed in a custom grass cloth by Work + Sea, and the sconces are by Jason Koharik.
Joshua McHugh
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Rosy Purple Walls
In the master bedroom of an Upper West Side apartment, a Hästens bed is dressed in linens by Sferra and Olatz, the circa-1970 side tables are by Milo Baughman, and the lamp is by Taylor; the walls are painted in Farrow & Ball’s Cinder Rose, and the photographs are by Marsha Lebedev Bernstein.
Purple Color - Create an Inspiring Interior with Color Purple
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Purple color has been more and more popular in interior design. It looks particularly well in elegant modern or glamour style interiors. It doesn't mean, however, that it cannot be used in other styles. Although it has to be carefully thought-out - how it is going to be used and what shade to choose. Not every purple looks the same. What's more, purple might be mistaken with violet. Check how to use it in home interiors and what colors go with it. Get inspired and create an aesthetic space, encouraging rest and relaxation.
Purple - what color is it?
Purple color is considered a unique and noble shade. It works everywhere where elegance and chic are needed.
For this reason, purple is often used in modern interiors - especially those furnished in glamour style.
How to make the color purple? Purple is a result of combining two colors - blue and red. The proportions of the mixture determine the shade one get get. With more blue, cool shades are created. If red is dominating, you get a warmer tone, like purplish red.
Source:furnituremallga.com/furniture-of-america-love-seat-purple/sm2222-lv-p20213/iteminformationPurplish red - unusual purple color
Although purple is often mistaken for other shades such as purplish red, those colors are considered very different. They mostly differ with saturation, although they remain in the same area on the color palette.
Source:decoratingroom.net/tips-on-decorating-purple-living-roomWhat does the color purple mean?
In accordance with psychology, purple color has soothing and calming effects. In some cases, it is linked with mysticism and human intuition.
Some even claim that purple can be used in therapies for treating migraines, neurosis, depression and addictions.
No wonder that an increasing number of homeowners decide to use purple color in home interior design. Thanks to this, you can get a space not only aesthetic, but also positively affecting your health and well-being.
Purple color can be used not only at home, but also office space. Purple stimulates creativity and results in a highly effective work results.
Source:houzz.com/photos/purple-dark-wood-floor-living-room-ideas-phbr2-bp\~t_718\~a_47-346--88-7Is purple color good as a primary shade in the interior?
Purple can be easily used as the main color in the interior, but one has to remember about one rule. Do not overdo this color, as it might overwhelm the whole interior.
Nonetheless, you can freely use purple accessories and decorations in a modern living room. You can pick:
- curtains,
- cushions,
- blankets.
Purple color looks great on furniture as well. Strong purple armchairs and a sofa against a bright background - white, grey or beige - they are very impressive and add some style and elegance to the interior. It’s particularly important in the mentioned living room and other home interiors.
Source:nordicdesign.ca/trend-watch-radiant-orchid/trend-2014-purple-moodboard Source:homestratosphere.com/purple-living-room-ideas Source:homestratosphere.com/purple-living-room-ideasWhich home interiors look good in purple color?
In fact, purple color can be used in any home interior - provided that the right shade and proportions are used.
- Bright, delicate violet is perfect for the bathroom and bedroom. But the shade is so universal that you can easily use it in other interiors: the living room, the kitchen, the office and the children’s room.
- Plum purple color or purplish red look really well in the living room or the kitchen.
The latter solution is quite unusual, but when combined with white or gold, it look really impressive. - Dark purple is typically used in living rooms - but there’s nothing against using it in other interiors. Just make sure to combine it with bright colors and provide a good source of lighting - this way, the room doesn’t seem smaller.
What goes with purple color?
Purple color likes very cautious combinations. Depending on a particular shade, purple can be combined with pastel colors.
It’s common to match it with white, beige and various (not too dark) greys.
If you’re aiming at very elegant and refined interiors, the trio: plum purple, cream and gold is a good solution. Alternatively, you can combine violet color with white and silver, which results in a stylish, but a little bit more “cold” interior.
Are you open to bold designs? Do you like when something is happening in the interior? Combine purple with turquoise, intense fuchsia or emerald green. Although such a solution is recommended for rooms with plenty of space.
Source:homestratosphere.com/purple-living-room-ideas Source:homestratosphere.com/purple-living-room-ideas📍 How to make the color purple on the walls?
Purple color on walls is easily achieved simply by picking a purple paint. None of the available shades satisfy your taste? You can also mix red and dark blue in right proportions to get a desirable shade. You can also pick a purple wallpaper.
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Violet color in the interior - what is combined with
Violet color is undoubtedly the most mysterious and ambiguous.
It has many shades and even more names. Amethyst, lavender, iris, violet, lilac, fig, prunes. How many things in nature have this wonderful and so many-sided color! In 2018, ultra violet was declared Pantone's color of the year. We did not stand aside and decided to explore the use of purple in the interior. It will be informative and interesting!
Reference information
Purple in the RGB system and in the hands of the artist is obtained by mixing red and blue colors. It corresponds to the shortest wavelength radiation that the human eye can perceive.
The meaning of violet
In the psychology of color, the following properties are attributed to violet: sensuality, mystery, power and depth. Purple is said to be calming and helps to focus. He is preferred by creative people and extraordinary personalities. Purple color evokes associations with the words "mystic", "inspiration" and "unusual". And it is also called royal.
The thing is that in the days of Byzantium it was very difficult and expensive to obtain a purple dye. For thirty grams of paint, it was necessary to get 250 thousand rare mollusks with ink secret. The paint turned out to be very bright and durable, but only truly powerful and royal people could afford such a luxury. In the 19th century, with the advent of synthetic dyes, the situation changed, but purple is still called the "color of monarchs."
The most mystical color is of great importance in various religions.
In Hinduism, the seventh chakra, which is responsible for "connection with the cosmos" and "awareness", is attributed to the violet color. According to Feng Shui, it symbolizes spirituality and aristocratic spirit. In early Christianity, purple was the color of sadness and affection. Now - secret knowledge and silence. In Islam, purple is responsible for contemplation and mirage, and in Buddhism it is the color of the spiritual father, mentor.
Interesting facts about purple
- Violet is usually referred to as "cold".
- In medieval Europe, when a king or a member of the royal family died, courtiers wore purple as a sign of mourning.
- In 2003, at the Argentine Zoo, a doctor gave a polar bear an experimental drug for dermatitis, after which the polar bear changed color, becoming purple. As it turned out later, it was an allergic reaction.
- In the Inca nodular writing, the quipu is a purple color (also called dark purple) - it denoted the chief who would rule over the village, territory, people.
Different Shades of Purple
When talking about purple, its different variations should not be overlooked. Take a closer look at the variety of purple colors and determine for yourself those shades that catch you more. It is useful to take with you to the store or to a meeting with the designer examples of your favorite shades.
You can download them to your phone or take a thing of your favorite color with you, because our eyes perceive colors differently under different lighting conditions. It will be a shame not to get into tone or color temperature.
What can violet be combined with?
You can read about the general rules for combining colors in the interior here.
Since purple is a rather complex color, it will look good on its own without additional accents. Favorable "background" for purple - white or gray.
If you are comfortable in a dark space, a deep, total purple will come to the rescue. Velvet armchairs and heavy curtains will create an enveloping languid mood - you just won't want to go to another room!
An interior with purple accents can be bright!
For lovers of contrasts, there are complementary combinations. Violet color is favorably emphasized by various shades of yellow. This color scheme sets you in a positive mood and charges you with a good mood for the whole day!
The combination of muted violet and azure looks interesting.
Reminiscent of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in France and gives a feeling of lightness and tranquility.
If you are comfortable in a dark space, a deep, total purple will come to the rescue. Velvet armchairs and heavy curtains will create an enveloping languid mood - you just won't want to go to another room! If you like "natural" tones, take a closer look at herbal and muted tones - olive and ocher.
Pure purple does not go well with warm and bright colors - red, orange, blue. Combining purple and gold, you can easily overdo it and get a “vulgar interior” instead of a luxurious palace atmosphere.
Violet color in the interior
Purple living room
Violet color in the living room looks representative, if not luxurious. Opt for muted deep tones if you want to create an unusual yet cozy environment.
Bright flashy shades combined with contrasting colors will suit kitsch lovers and turn your living room into a real holiday!
Royal Bedroom
The aroma of lavender has a relaxing effect on a person, and the lavender color in the bedroom is guaranteed to relax before going to bed.
If you are afraid that purple in the bedroom will quickly get bored, use it in doses, in decor elements.
Lilac kitchen
Violet color + kitchen = Provence style. Living violets or lavender in pots will come in handy. Don't you think it's obvious? Then look below. 9Why not? For girls, calmer tones are suitable. For boys - bright accents and "cartoon" decor. In any case, do not forget to consult with the child. Whatever your apartment is, if you really like purple, you should definitely use it in interior design! Don't be afraid to experiment. And if you want interesting things about color, light, zoning, in general, about everything related to design, subscribe to our newsletter, let's be friends.
Violet color in the interior: features of using the palette
03/31/2021
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Thanks to a diverse color palette, the purple color in the interior can transform even the most nondescript and uninteresting home.
For a long time, the “royal” shade was not given due attention. But today, interior design in mysterious purple tones has reached the peak of its popularity. A harmonious combination of colors and correctly placed accents will have a calming effect and set the owner in a creative way.
Which colors go best with purple
Shades that do not match each other can spoil any interior. The purple color should be treated with special attention. It's pretty easy to overdo it. And as a result, you can get a dark, oppressive or, on the contrary, vulgar design of the room.
White
Purple is a bright color. That is why its combination with white is considered the best solution. In addition to elegance, this combination will be a universal option for decorating any room. Shades of purple will be of particular importance. Light colors will give the interior lightness and touch of French charm. Bright and darker colors, on the contrary, will create a mystical and mysterious atmosphere.
Gray
The combination of purple and neutral shades is considered the most advantageous. Furnishings decorated in these colors will acquire a noble and sophisticated look. That is why most often purple and gray are used to create a special atmosphere in the living room, as well as in the office.
Brown
The combination of this color with purple is considered the most stylish and winning. A rich chocolate tone will emphasize a bright shade, but will draw attention to itself. Most often, this combination is used in the design of living rooms and bedrooms.
Yellow and green
Despite the fact that purple is considered a gloomy color, unlike yellow, their combination is recognized as one of the most advantageous. Contrast will become not just a challenge, but a stylish and bright combination. In this case, the main thing is not to overdo it. The same is true for greens. Acid shade is not a good option.
It is better for the owner of the apartment to give preference to dark or olive (marsh) shades. The combination of these colors with purple will be the most successful solution when decorating an interior in a loft style.
Monochrome
The purple palette is very rich. Thanks to this, you can create a unique interior, focusing only on these colors. Combinations of different shades, from lavender to deep purple, can create a magical, one-of-a-kind room that you won't want to leave.
Violet color in the interior of different rooms
In this case, a sense of proportion is more important than ever. Purple is an insidious color, it can both expand the space and, conversely, make it gloomy and dull. To achieve a successful result, it is enough to correctly place accents and take into account the general style of the home.
Living room
Violet color in the interior of this room should not be used as the main one.
Alternatively, you can use monochrome combinations with light lilac, lavender or pink shades. If the whole room is decorated in pastel gray or beige colors, purple decor can dilute a boring, inexpressive palette. It can be sofa cushions or a blanket, photo frames, a vase, etc.
Bedroom
This room can be decorated in purple, but subject to the use of different tones. Snow-white linen against the background of lavender walls will create an atmosphere of intimacy. If the owner of the house wants to decorate the bedroom in warmer colors, an advantageous combination of purple and brown will come to the rescue. As an additional accent, you can use light green decor: tassels on curtains, vases, etc.
Kitchen
The most successful color scheme will be a combination of purple and white / gray / steel shades. A kitchen decorated in this style will give the necessary boost of vivacity to its owner. For lovers of modern loft and pin-up styles, a combination of purple and yellow colors is suitable.
To decorate the dining area, you can use the shade of eggplant. According to psychologists, this color stimulates appetite.
Children's room
For a girl's bedroom, you can use the entire purple palette. From soft pink to rich plum. If the owner of the room is a boy, the interior should be decorated in silver or steel tones with purple splashes. This combination is suitable for lovers of space and high technology.
Bathroom
With the help of purple, you can create a spa atmosphere even in the most ordinary room. Snow-white plumbing goes well with eggplant-colored tiles. To create a lighter, non-contrasting interior, you can use shades of lavender, lilac, etc. If classic white or beige colors are used in the design of the bathroom, a towel, mirror frame and other purple items will become a bright accent.
Cabinet
Do not use purple to cover the walls of this room. This can negatively affect thinking.
A more profitable combination would be a tandem of purple and gray colors. Eggplant-colored furniture or a darker shade on the steel background of the walls will set the owner of the office in the necessary working mood.
General recommendations
When decorating the interior in purple, special attention should be paid to shades. Bright contrast in this case will not look beneficial. At the same time, do not forget about the general style of the room. Choosing purple furniture is according to the following principle:
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Modern. In this case, it is better to give preference to asymmetric and streamlined shapes.
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Loft style. The owner of such an interior can afford to experiment with bright prints and furniture shapes.
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Minimalism. Furniture should be simple and plain.
Purple can also be chosen as the main color. But in this case, it is worth using different shades, from light lavender to dark blueberry.
