By Kylie Harding
Colour is an easy way to create instant impact, change a mood or inspire, from creating a soothing space to a vibrant vibe – colour is your tool of choice.
Colours have a strong psychological impact and can affect how we feel. Restaurants know that red increases your appetite (McDonalds anyone?), while
green creates a calm environment – think green grass and forests.
Blues evoke serenity – hospitals often choose soft blue walls because they are soothing and peaceful, while yellow is cheerful and bright – like a kiss of sunshine.
When choosing colour for your home, it’s important to consider what feel you want to create in each space.
HOW TO INTRODUCE COLOUR IN YOUR HOME:
Colour should be used as an accent so before you rush out to buy a huge tin of paint, take a step back and try this.
FEATURE WALL:
Rather than paint an entire room, try adding a new colour to one wall.
WALLPAPER:
Like paint, using wallpaper on one wall can have great impact.
MANCHESTER AND SOFT FURNISHINGS:
Introduce colour in a new doona cover for your bedroom or cushions for your sofa without breaking the budget.
ACCESSORIES AND HOMEWARES:
A red kettle, colourful abstract art and rugs are wonderful ways to lift a room.
FURNITURE:
If you’re renting this is a particularly good way to introduce depth and interest with colour – consider bright sofas or start off with an armchair in a vibrant colour.
FIXTURES:
If you’re confident, commit. Tiles add colour and texture to floors and walls, gold taps in a bathroom adds a lux feel, black handles on your white kitchen cupboards
create a classic contrast.
DOPAMINE DÉCOR:
Colour, comfort and charisma – dopamine decor is bold and brave.
This form of styling uses vibrant colours to energize a home creating a whimsical and quirky space.
REFLECT THE SEASON:
In summer, I like to use cool colours as accents in my bedding and cushions – blues and greens create a cool visual vibe while in winter terracotta and gold tones
warm up my space. This also ensures you won’t grow tired of your look.
The takeaway? Have confidence and don’t be afraid to use colour in your home but if you’re not sure, start small – accessories like vases and cushions are a great way to begin.
Investing in the services of a stylist can save you money and time by assessing your needs and guide you in the right direction.
IMPORTANT:
Remember – too much is too much. If a room has a blue sofa, blue rug and blue feature wall it will blend in together and get lost. Some blue cushions on a wheat coloured sofa for example will create a contrast and have a stronger impact.
Happy styling!
@styledtosell
Images courtesy of Pixabay
