How To Create A Feeling

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How do you want your space to feel? That is the all-important question when decorating. Before you consider colours, patterns or finishes, think about the mood. Do you want a cosy, calm hideaway? Or a bright, energising space to refresh you? Decide on this and choosing your colour palette becomes a lot easier. Here are some ideas to get you started. 


Warm And Welcoming

For a space that invites you to sit down, relax and make yourself at home, you’ll likely want warm undertones. Our Warm Neutrals are a perfect starting point but you could also consider other cosy colours, like reds, purples and browns. 

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Walls: Shaded White No.201 Woodwork and Ceiling: Pointing No.2003

Image by @seansymington

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Walls: Pointing No.2003 Kitchen Cupboards: Hay No.37

Image by @emilybrookscolour


Bright And Beautiful

Sometimes, you want a space to energise, refresh and uplift you. Kitchens, hallways and studies, for example. An all-neutral palette is one way to achieve this but you could also try light blues, gentle greens and cheerful yellows. 

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Walls:  Arsenic No.214

Image by @studioreydesign and @fayehedgesphoto

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Walls: Babouche No.223

Image by @lesliebanker


A Relaxed Retreat

For a room that entices you to rest, relax and retreat from the world, don’t be afraid of the dark. Deep shades have an enveloping, protective feel and look especially beautiful in soft, evening light. Consider blues, greens or even black. 

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Walls:  Downpipe No.26

Image by @2to5_design

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Walls: Hague Blue No.30

Image by @homes_under_the_hardys


Dare To Be Different

Do you want your space to feel spectacular and special? Somewhere that makes a statement, wows guests and puts a smile on your face? In that case, go bold. Embrace contrasting colours, patterned wallpapers and maybe a decorative detail or two. 

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Walls: Arsenic No.214 and Nancy's Blushes No.278

Image by @tooyoungforsushi

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Walls: Kittiwake No.307 ; Bathroom Unit: Charlotte's Locks No.268

Image by @baxter_design


Need a little help?

Our expert Colour Consultants are on hand to help find stunning schemes for every space, so you can wave goodbye to décor dilemmas.


Ways of Decorating 
 
It’s not only the shade you choose that matters, it’s also how you choose to use it. Some decorating techniques make a space feel bigger and brighter, while others make it feel serene and soothing.  
 
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