One of the most important factors of interior design is the color scheme. It communicates a visual language and influences the overall ambiance of the space. If you are on the hunt for the perfect palette for your home, use these tips and tricks from our interior remodeling professionals.
Select a Color Scheme From the Largest Pattern in the Room.
If you have a colorful carpet, patterned upholstery, or large piece of artwork in the room, use the colors you like from their color profile and decorate around it. For example, look for shades of creams, beiges, and tans to spruce up a bright white feature wall.
Start With the Formal Areas of the Home.
When finding the colors for your interiors, choose a palette for the living room, dining room, and entryway first. And then, pluck one color from the scheme to accent other areas of the home. If you have, say, a maroon sofa, tone it down to orange-red or light coral for an accent in more private spaces such as the office or master suite.
Take a Cue From Your Clothing.
Most people purchase pieces of clothing in colors that flatter them. Similarly, you should furnish your rooms in colors that make you look and feel good. If your go-to outfit is denim, dress your living room with a navy couch and punch it up with citrusy accents like lemon yellow pillows and dandelions in a vase.
Add a Bit of Black to the Room.
Some home remodel designers like to add a splash of black to clarify the rest of the colors in the room. Consider a black lampshade or vase to create a small pop. If you are gunning for a bigger impact, paint the base cabinets in your kitchen in a dark, brooding hue.
Use the Rule of 60-30-10.
When decorating a space, you want to divide the colors into 60% of a dominant color, 30% of a secondary color, and 10% of an accent color. This applies to walls, upholstery, and accessories, respectively. This ratio ensures that the colors are balanced while maintaining enough visual interest.
Contrast Warm and Cool Tones.
Neutrals need not be boring. In your bedroom, try pairing a cool tone like gray with a warm tone like mustard. The overall effect is relaxing, but the contrast creates enough tension to wake up the space.
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Our design and remodeling specialists at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Tyler can help you create the home of your dreams. We will make sure everything is up to standard. Call us at (903) 255-7111 or complete our online form to get started on your home renovation. We serve homeowners in Tyler, Whitehouse, Noonday, Douglas, Flint, and other nearby areas.
