Colour Palette: Multi-Coloured Bedroom

It can be a lot of fun to embrace a rainbow of colours when decorating and the results can be stunning. While the rules that apply to creating a complementary scheme go out the window, it's still important to consider which of your chosen hues you apply to certain parts of the scheme. To create a final look that looks stylish and considered it's best to pick one hue that you will introduce throughout all the elements of the scheme. So, taking this bedroom as an example, we can see how turquoise has been introduced in the artwork, the bedding and on the side table. This gentle consistency brings visual cohesion between all the elements of the room, meaning the look comes together as one, rather than looking like a jumble sale of different colours. Now, could we please discuss how fun that turquoise cage lamp is? I love it!
// Mynd Interiors | via | Styling by Julia Green | Photography by Armelle Habib.

Colour Palette: Trad Meets Modern Bedroom

This week's Colour Palette post is a bedroom scheme that successfully fuses together a number of different styles: safari chic, modern bright and traditional elegance. Three looks you wouldn't normally expect to see together, right? Well, that's what I find so exciting about interiors, those spaces and schemes that surprise and delight with their unexpected elements. So what part has colour played in fusing these styles together? Well, a lick of true blue paint transforms a traditional four poster bed into a modern statement piece; a french rose fabric brings new life to a tufted chair; and neutral shades of gold and brown used across textured pieces like a hide rug and bare wooden furniture ground the brighter elements of the scheme. Which elements of this bedroom do you like and why? Have you ever fused different styles together when decorating? P.S. Happy Thanksgiving to all my American readers, I hope you have a wonderful holiday!
// Style at Home | Photography by Jessie Webster

Colour Palette: Rustic Kitchen Diner

If I ever need reminding of just how powerful colour can be in an interior space, then this would be the room to do it. Why? Well, take a moment to imagine this space without the weathered green factory pendant or the rustic blue stool and rug. Without them, I believe the space would be lifeless and seriously lacking in depth. The green pendant provides a visual break between the pale wooden dining furniture and the white cabinetry behind; this is important addition because it brings depth, while also drawing the eye down to the focal point of the room. Meanwhile, the texture and colour added through the blue Tolix stool and rug bring warmth to the milky white base palette. I love the subtle addition of purple through the blooms, too - green and purple are such a great combination! What do you like about this space?
// Skona Hem

Colour Palette: A Stylish Teenage Bedroom

I've had several emails recently asking for advice on how to decorate a teenager's bedroom in a manner that balances both fun and function without loosing any style points. This bedroom is a fine example of how to do this as it strikes a balance between feeling youthful and sophisticated. The benefit of this approach is that once the bedroom is freed up you will be able to swap out a few smaller pieces such as the lamp and the textiles in order to make the room a perfect spare bedroom. In the meantime, the playful stripes are tempered by the chic grey painted panelling, which is anchored by a black bed frame and rug. Choosing a metal bed frame allows teenagers to twist fairy lights around the headboard for a relaxed, younger feel, which again can easily be taken out for a more grown up look. Finally, incorporate plenty of storage into the room to make it practical for storing away DVDs, sports kit and so on.
// Ideal Home

How To Decorate With A Complementary Colour Palette

The best approach when combining two hues to make a colour statement is to pick from opposite sides of the colour wheel. This living room is a fine example of this decorating method: the teal blue walls paired with the burnt orange ceiling results in a striking yet balanced scheme. Notice how the main piece of furniture - the tufted couch - is in a slightly lighter shade of the teal walls, this prevents the piece from detracting or competing with the main statement of the room - the walls and ceiling. The strong colours of the scheme have been anchored with neutral textures, such as the jute rug and wooden table. For me, this shows how a well-executed colour scheme can breathe life into an otherwise formal and traditional space. Plus, the tufted couch is the definition of Divine, right?!
// House & Home | Photography by John Cullen

Colour Palette: Yellow & Pink Bathroom

Don't be deterred from strong hues when it comes to choosing colours for the bathroom; you can still create a relaxing space when combining colour opposites - just like the pink and yellow used in this bathroom. The key to using opposing colours and making it work in relaxing environment is to pick a softer shade of each colour. Using this bathroom as an example, we can see how depth is brought to the softness of the pale dusty pink walls through the addition of the yellow bathtub. By using a primrose yellow, as opposed to a brighter sunflower hue, the scheme is kept feeling refreshing and calm, but not bland or forgettable. Instead, the result is a space packed with personality, visual interest and gentle warmth.
// Catchpole & Rye

Home Office: How To Add Subtle Colour Accents

I've been redecorating my home office recently so my design eye is continually looking out for relevant spaces to inspire as I continue with the project. Happening upon this simple yet colourful work space led me to thinking about making colour statements and how they don't have to mean a huge overhaul. Taking this space as an example, simple additions of colour through fabric swatches, a vase and the typewriter are all ideal pieces and ways to brighten an otherwise pared-back room. I'm always happy to see Ferm Living's To Do wall sticker, but it's the combination of the yellow typewriter, House Doctor task lamp and rustic wooden table that are inspiring me the most. How do you add colour into your home office, friends?
// Country Homes & Interiors | Photography by Jeremy Baile

Palette Addict: Black, Grey & Tea Rose Pink

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As autumn well and truly takes its hold here in London, I'm hankering after a cosy and welcoming palette to warm the cooler days. This combination of black, grey and tea rose pink is the perfect balance for the season ahead: the enveloping and deep hues of an industrial slate grey, charcoal and black palette are gently softened with occasional tea rose pink accents. In some ways, reflecting the now omnipresent grey cloud of the outside, on the inside, makes the gloom less noticeable as the darker base tones become a silky, sleek backdrop for the hero pink hue. For added warmth, temper the cooler concrete and metal material by adding in tactile, rustic textures such as exposed wooden furniture. I'd love to kick off this scheme in my own place, especially with the factory-style storage unit and pink pendant. What elements of this palette do you like?

// Lifestyle photography by Line Thit Klein

Colour Palette: Making Yellow Work In The Kitchen

It's no secret that I'm a fan of yellow but this kitchen is bananas (no pun intended)! I would love to wake up and come downstairs for my first cup of coffee of the day here. Cripes, even washing up at that sink (with the no doubt beautiful view) would make the chore that much more bearable. I'm especially inspired by this space because yellow is difficult to get right in the kitchen. The use of the colour works here because a matt finish has been chosen, which prevents the finished look from feeling juvenile. Plus, notice how the yellow has been paired with rich purple accents and charcoal grey worktops that temper the brighter yellow hue. I also like how there's a mix of storage units; by having one open unit it keeps the kitchen from feeling too formal or stuffy. What do you like about this kitchen?
// Better Homes & Gardens

Palette Addict: Black, White & Grey

Black and white will always be the classic colour combination for the ultimate chic scheme, but throw some grey into this masculine mix and the look takes on a whole new edge. For me, this monochromatic scheme feels soothing and the essence of calm. Sometimes you see pictures in magazines of austere monochrome schemes, yet this space feels far from clinical and I believe it's all thanks to the grey mid tones. I like how grey has been introduced as an accent hue amongst the dominant black and white, yet because it's been added to the room's statement piece - the sofa - it plays an important role in breaking up the graphic patterns that surround it. In fact, that couch can come home with me right away - I love it! Do you like monochrome decor schemes?
// Deborah Moir for AMM

Colour Palette: A Black & White Bathroom

I'm a huge advocate for using black when decorating because I think of it as a seductive, intriguing and all together more interesting 'neutral' than it's softer counterparts. Why do I refer to it as a neutral? Because it's an ideal background 'canvas' hue for layering in other hues into your scheme. You can see how I layered in yellow and tangerine colours to a black canvas in my old bedroom. Back to this bathroom and we can see how the use of black upon the walls adds drama, yet maintains a fresh feel thanks to its pairing with a gloss white subway tile. When I painted with black in my bedroom, I didn't find it cold, in fact it was cosy and enveloping if anything. However, this bathroom is a very different space, with lots of reflective, cool white surfaces which paired with the black could feel quite cool. You can easily warm up this paring with a few accent hues: introduce zesty greenery and uplifting yellow and Geranium pink in the form of tactile textiles. This bathroom is a real winner in Mr. B's book, but what do you like about it?
// Benjamin Moore's Ebony King 2132-20 paint

Colour Palette: Statement Ceiling

If you're thinking of ways you might be able to introduce bold and bright hues to your home this week's Colour Palette is for you. Here we can see how this space remains fresh and airy despite the raspberry coloured statement ceiling. This bold introduction of colour works well because it doesn't dominate what is a relatively small space yet makes it stacks more interesting than an all white scheme. The key takeaway here is to pick a communal or walk through space such as a hallway or a landing, where you will be able to be more adventurous with your choice of hue.
// Avotakka

Colour Palette: Barcelona Tabletop

How do you fancy joining Mr. Bazaar for a little Mediterranean mezze today? After seeing this tabletop of pieces from John Lewis, I'm feeling inspired to pull together a relaxed lunch with friends, serving up light bites upon glazed terracotta ceramics in deep purples and zesty hues. Stripe linens nod to the colours seen in the serveware, whilst acacia wood serving boards adds texture to the affair. These are my favourite types of lunches: lingering, relaxed and packed with flavour and colour. What constitutes an ideal summer lunch and tabletop for you, folks?

// Edition | Photography by David Cleveland; Styled by Laura Fulmine

Colour Palette: Window Seat Colour

This space is a great example of how the introduction of colour and pattern can pull a space together. The wide stripe fabric off the window seat pad visually extends the window, pulling the eye into the corners, creating a feeling of space. It also serves to frame the window, making the view through it part of a feature in itself. Upon the floor, the patchwork-meets-kilim rug adds texture and pattern to an otherwise pared back space. Simple additions such as these are what make a scheme special, and I for one would love to relax here with a good book and a cup of fresh coffee!
// Photography by Felix Forest | Production Lucy Feagins / The Design Files.

Colour Palette: Kitchen Colour Block

Sometimes with colour it's best not to over think things. Instead, just pick a few of your favourite hues and  dive on into your colour journey. Despite its bright hues this kitchen maintains an air of simplicity because the colour is applied in a colour block style. Two shades of orange are teamed with a matt pink (those two are like best buds!) and the fresh yellow breaks the flow, stopping the scheme from feeling too forced. I love this stylish yet bold use of colour. Isn't it wonderful how much personality and pizazz colour can add to a space?!
// Photography by Jean-Marc Wullschleger | Living Agency for Real Living

Colour Palette: Weathered Charm

A space really starts to come together when you combine a considered colour palette with textured elements. Here we see how a battered chesterfield sofa brings charm, personality and a sense of tactility, whilst references to the brown and fawn tones are seen in the rusted metal accent pieces, such as the floor lamp and bird cage. These items bring further texture to the space, so they are softened with midnight navy (one of brown's best buds!) throw pillows. The vintage oil can pulls the individual elements together by featuring all of the hues. Anyone for movie night? This living room looks super comfy!
// Real Living

Colour Palette: Muted Mint Kitchen

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Before we go anywhere may I please just wax lyrical about the stunning space for a moment? I love it! This is what Bright.Bazaar is all about: spaces that use colour to take them to the next level. Personally, I believe that this kitchen is yards more interesting than it would be if it were decorated without the muted mint shades. Why? The washed-out mint hues add interest to the grey marble and whitewashed floorboards and walls, which gives the space added visual depth. The row of theatre-style bulb lights brings a dash of drama, whilst the bare wood keeps the scheme feeling organic, tactile and warm. The darker green accent hue on the Austrian Cafe Bentwood chair serves as a focal point amongst the array of soft shades. What do you like about this kitchen?
// Photographs by Petra Bindel for Elle Interior Sweden

Colour Palette: Seaside Chic

It may be the spring/summer season's perennial favourite but that doesn't put any black marks against the seaside theme for Mr. Bazaar. No siree! By mixing in your modern pieces with vintage finds you can add texture and depth to the scheme. Take this armchair, for example. Yes, it has a classic blue and white stripe fabric but then reclaimed chair legs give the piece so much more interest than standard legs. Meanwhile, a collection of found glassware mixed in with new buys creates a stylish vignette upon the light mint sideboard. I don't know about you, but Mr. Bazaar could happily have a little beach hut that looked this inviting! Do you incorporate any coastal style into your home?
// Dunelm Mill

Colour Palette: Eclectic Living Room

Whenever I'm chatting about decorating with colour, be it with a friend, family member or journalist, I'm always asked, 'How do I start adding colour to my space?' The answer is simple: layering. Start with your neutral canvas (in this case a palette of creamy white and cool grey) and then begin adding in hues in layers. First you might scatter a few vibrant throw pillows onto the couch. Like the result? Great, why not add a similar shade from one of them in a larger statement piece such as a rug. Anchor this bold addition of colour with an accent piece - here this is achieved by the red coffee table upon the mustard yellow rug. Live with the space for a while, adding in and switching out pieces with the seasons, your mood or even trends. Artwork is a sure fire way to bring both colour and personality to a space, and personally I love to change out prints every few months to bring a new angle to a room. Have you added colour in any of these ways before?
// Lifestyle image from Real Living | Styled by Mette Helena Rasmussen | Photography by Tia Borgsmidt

Colour Palette: Multi-Coloured Dining

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Sometimes do you happen upon a space that speaks to you in an instant? Yes? Well, it happened to me the moment I set eyes on this colourful dining space. I like how colour has been used here because despite the multiple hues the room feels calm, not busy to the eye. This has been achieved by keeping all the hues contained within one 'zone'. In this case the 'zone' is the dining table where the chairs, pendants and vases all introduce new colours to the space, in turn anchoring the table as a focal point in an otherwise simply decorated space. What do you like about this colourful space? Would you have different coloured chairs around your dining table?