Life, Styled
Home is a reflection of you, and one of the best ways to do that is through color. Color is more than a collection of tints and shades; it has more impact on our mood than anything else and can influence the look of our home more than we realize. Color psychology has been studied for decades, with recent findings revealing just how powerful color truly is in the home. Size and style can change by simply selecting different colors for your furniture, accent pieces, or wall color. As color plays such a vital role in the atmosphere and presentation of the home, it can feel a little overwhelming or even intimidating to make color choices. We have compiled a list of 15 simple ways you can add color to your home.
Accent Pieces
Sometimes a little splash of color is all it takes to brighten up a room. Accent pieces are also a great tool for layering in a room as they provide depth and interest. Some ideas for accent pieces are:
- Vases
- Pillows
- Pottery
- Decorative colored glass
- Wood lettering
- Family heirlooms
Accent pieces allow you to add a touch of your own style to the space, whether that is your bedroom, living room, or home office. You can shop at local businesses, such as antique stores, to find unique items. Greenbrook Design is also a dealer for shops such as ETU Home and Moe’s. Both companies offer specialty pieces that will reflect your personal style in the home.
Furniture Pieces
Furniture is a critical piece of the design, as it serves not only as a functional element but also as an aesthetically pleasing one. We select furniture based on its practicality, durability, and character. Color is also a significant factor in the decision-making process, as it can make a lovely statement in a room. A beautiful green couch, a soft gray side table, or a blue bookcase adds color in an elegant way to any space while serving a purpose. When choosing your furniture, it is best to limit it to one to two colors so it presents a cohesive and unified design style.
Wall Art
Art is one of the oldest forms of color therapy. The beauty of a landscape or the serenity of the seaside has brought joy to those who gaze upon it. The blending of colors to create an array of art can add just the touch needed to any room. Photographs are also a great option as they add color and personalization to the space. Consider hanging a large piece as a focal point or creating a gallery with smaller pictures or photographs.
Lighting
Light is an important element in the room, but light fixtures have evolved to become more than just an additional source of illumination. Wood, metal, and glass come together to create stunning fixtures that will add more than just some sparkle. They can now dazzle and delight you, as well as your guests, with color and elegance. Floor lamps, wall sconces, desk lamps, pendants, and chandeliers are among the options available to transform your home.
Area Rugs
Rugs are a fun way to bring color, texture, and pattern into any space. They can help define a space or accent certain pieces. From oval to square and large to small, rugs can add warmth and serve as a focal point in rooms such as the living and dining areas. They can also be a layering tool that adds color and depth to the home.
Flooring
Black and white tile provides contrast, hardwoods bring warmth and a sense of nature indoors, and patterns of color add visual interest. Flooring is one of the most practical elements in design, but it has evolved significantly over the years. Patterned tile has allowed homeowners to bring more color into the room and have more fun doing it. They can also exercise their creativity in various ways to accomplish it, such as mosaic tiling or bold color choices in spaces that were once more traditional, like bathrooms. Flooring options today offer multiple ways to add color to your rooms.
Backsplash
This is a great way to add color to the kitchen, whether that is through bold choices like splashes of orange and yellow or more contrasting options like black and white or gray and blue. Backsplashes are available in multiple options, sizes, and styles, allowing you to have more freedom in choosing colors that reflect your personality.
Painted Walls
An accent wall is a wonderful way to add color to a room; it can also influence the perceived size of the room, while providing depth. When creating an accent wall, it should be the only one and serve as the main focal point as well. It is also a good idea not to heavily decorate the accent wall, as it would detract from its purpose. You can also use wood, as that adds texture as well as color.
Plants
No one does color like Mother Nature, and bringing plants indoors can make a room come alive, offering numerous benefits. Simple green plants like Aloe can make a statement in a more neutral color palette just as well as flowers. Both are great color options for a room.
Mirrors
Decorative mirrors can provide you with your reflection, but the frames can be an easy way to add color to a drab hallway or bathroom. Dark, light, or contrasting colors are now available from many manufacturers.
Window Treatments
Since windows are standard in just about every room, they can be a great way to bring some color into the space. Window treatments come in multiple styles and patterns, allowing you to get both function and elegance in one. They also offer protection from the sun’s rays on those hot afternoons.
Dishes
Dishes are a practical item in the home, but some are just too pretty to hide away. Those colorful plates you love so much, or the colored glasses you adore, can be the perfect way to add pops of color to the kitchen when using glass-front cabinet doors. It is also a great opportunity to showcase some of your grandmother’s beautiful heirloom dishes for everyone to see.
Blankets
For some, a blanket is necessary no matter what time of year it is, which means incorporating a fun colored blanket into your living room or family area adds some nice color to the room while being practical at the same time. You can drape them across the back of the couch or keep them folded for you or your furry companion to use when needed.
Bookshelves
These make a great canvas to fill with color, such as lovely books with colorful covers, special family momentos, or the things you love to showcase, like an award. Bookshelves are a wonderful way to add some color to a space, but in a neat and organized manner.
Hardware
We often say that hardware is the jewelry to cabinets, and with manufacturers offering more elaborate choices, there are now more options for you to choose from. Contrasting or blending, both are great ways to add some extra color to your bathroom or kitchen.
There are many elements that contribute to creating a welcoming home, including color, patterns, decorative pieces, and furniture. All of this comes together to paint an inviting space where guests leave feeling like family. Sometimes it can be difficult to know where to start or what pieces work best together to create the perfect look. Let’s talk about five ways to create a welcoming atmosphere in your home.
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Greenbrook DesignAt the heart of any design work is the chance to tell a story—the story of those who live there. Our home is at the core of who we are. It is our grounding, the place we can truly let our hair down and be ourselves. It’s where memories are not just made, but remembered and passed down to the next generation. Homes are meant to be special—a symbol to all who enter of what truly matters to us. That’s why the design choices we make should be influenced by who we are, where we came from, and how our unique experiences shape us. Across the world, people’s design choices are deeply rooted in culture. But in today’s ever-connected world, we’re also seeing a beautiful blending of cultures—where traditional elements mix with modern influences, and regional styles merge to reflect global inspirations.
Since the invention of the light bulb, we have been able to brighten up our homes at any time of day. It has been great to eliminate shadows in areas where there are limited windows or even none at all, and allowed us to achieve more in a 24-hour period. Light fixtures have also developed from being just a practical tool into works of art, giving homeowners the chance to express themselves and add a touch of elegance to any room. Changing out a light fixture can completely alter or transform a room, and with so many sizes and styles, it can be hard to know which one is right for you. As we approach the close of another year, new home lighting trends for 2022 could provide helpful information for selecting your next light fixture that will perfectly illuminate your home.
Greenbrook DesignEvery area of the home has a purpose, a specific role to play in running a house smoothly, whether that is the living room where we relax or the bathroom where we get ready for the day. The kitchen is a place of preparation, the space where we go to cook for our family, but it is the dining room where it is served and enjoyed. This is the space within the home that gives families a designated area to gather around and dine together, as well as for activities like homework, bills, and fun things like family game night. It is a multifunctional space, which means it deserves some extra attention when selecting decor pieces. Let’s talk about the many elements you can use to give the dining room the love and beauty it deserves.
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