We all know there’s a lot to think about when it comes to interior design.
One of the biggest elements of this (which you need to consider before starting pretty much anything) is your colour scheme.
It’s important not to take this decision too lightly. After all, if your house is too coordinated, it will likely lack character. If, however, it’s uncoordinated, it can very easily become a teensy bit tacky.
So, where do you start?
Get the Feel You Want For Your Home
Before you start picking colours, you need to decide what kind of feel you want your home to give off.
Do you want to feel cosy, creating a sanctuary-type space to zen out and relax after a long working day?
Perhaps you’re looking to manifest creativity in a stimulating environment.
Maybe, you want somewhere that exudes elegance – somewhere perfect for hosting dinner parties and gatherings with friends.
Your colour scheme is going to play a big role in helping you get the effect you want.
If you’re going for cosy, pick out some warming autumnal colours. If you want calm, try a baby blue. If you’re hoping for happy, choose some bright yellows or pinks. You’d be surprised by how much psychology there is behind colour.
Pick a Starting Point
If you’re not sure about the vibe you’re going for, you can always take a different approach.
Maybe there’s a piece of furniture you’re hoping to put on display in your living room or a piece of wallpaper you want to use as an accent. Why not base your colour scheme around this starting point?
Alternatively, you could choose to use colours and patterns from your favourite art style.
Go Basic, Then Branch Out
Like we mentioned above, you don’t want to go so overboard with the clashing that it comes across as tacky.
For this reason, we always advise picking one or two neutral colours as a base before branching out into the more fun picks.
This will make your house much more cohesive whilst allowing your chosen fun colours to really pop.
From here, pick a few bolder colours to distribute throughout the house, repeating colours in different rooms as accents.
Carpet is Key
Nothing ties a room together quite like the flooring.
Perhaps you want a sophisticated hardwood floor, the deep mahogany shade complementing the traditional furniture.
Alternatively, you could go for a cream coloured carpet to match the cosy throw draped over the sofa.
There’s no limit to the ways your flooring choice can spruce up your interior space.
Got any questions about carpets and colour? That’s what we’re here for.
Get in touch with the expert team at Goring Road Carpet Centre for a customer experience you won’t forget.
Our team members are experts in all things flooring and are always more than happy to help with any questions and offer advice where needed.
