November 2009
Clever Colour Combinations Part 8: Burgundy And Gold
November 30, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Burgundy red and gold colour combinations have been for many years, they are a timeless classic which are ideal for older styles of houses and renovated farmhouses. These rich colours create a sense of elegant luxury with a warm and homely feel.
The Victorians adored these colours and used them as window dressings with heavyweight brocade [...]
Clever Colour Combinations – Part 7: Oceanic Blues And Turquoises
November 29, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
If you prefer colour combinations which are bright and vibrant and remind you of hot sunny days oceanic blues and turquoise make perfect partners! Inspired by nature, as long as your keep with complimentary tones you really can’t go wrong!
These beautiful colours are ideal in children’s bedrooms to create fun and exciting places to play [...]
Clever Colour Combination – Part 6: Neutral Tones Using Mocha, White And Ivory
November 28, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Neutral colour combinations are a timeless classic which are seen with slight variations each year to keep them up to date. These colours are ideal for all styles of homes and interior design styles.
Contemporary interiors use white as the main colour and include subtle touches of neutral tones to add colour in a chic and [...]
Clever Colour Combinations – Part 5: Graphite And Green
November 27, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Modern interiors look stunning in this year’s graphite grey coordinated with a soft pale green. These unusual colour combination tick many of the right boxes for creating stunning interiors.
They are neutral shades which are both masculine and feminine.
Trendy and fashionable make them ideal for modern lifestyles.
They have their distinctive qualities which compliment each other effortlessly.
Perfect [...]
Clever Colour Combinations – Part 5a: Lipstick Red And Beautiful Black
November 26, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
If you want to create a real impact at your windows lipstick red and beautiful black make a fantastic combination! Bright and yet elegant and chic making them ideal colours for lounges and bedrooms.
Due to the dramatic look these colours favour large lounges with wide windows and white paintwork. You can mix and match in [...]
Clever Colour Combinations Part 4: Amethyst And Amber
November 25, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Find complimentary colour combinations is made easy by the latest interior design styles giving you a helping hand! One of the key features in creating successful interiors is to remember the all important finishing touches which remain within your chosen colours.
More often than not people are able to make a decision on their basic colours [...]
Clever Colour Combinations Part 3: Monochromatic
November 24, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Monochromatic designs are predominately regarded as black and white interiors, however, the use of only two colours can also be called monochromatic. Black and white colour schemes continue to be extremely popular and can be created in a number of different style influences making it a very versatile colour combination.
Iconic black and white was seen [...]
Clever Colour Combinations Part 2: Petrol And Brown
November 23, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Petrol and brown and classical colour combinations which are ideal for modern homes. As these colours blend effortlessly with natural materials such as dark wood they remain a firm favourite for any room within your home.
To keep these colours in-trend designers have incorporated copper coloured silk threads and faux silks to retain a fresh look. [...]
Clever Colour Combinations – Part 1: Chocolate And Turquoise
November 22, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
Finding colour combinations which suit your personality and the style of your interior can be difficult! This year and for spring 2010 chocolate and turquoise are amongst the hottest colour combinations to use in lounges and bedrooms.
These gorgeous colours can perk up a dull and dingy interior, bringing a new lease of life to your [...]
Secrets Of Creating Successful Interiors – Atlantic Coast
November 21, 2009 by Helen Green · View Comments
This design style is based on homes which are situated along the Atlantic coast. The main focus is bleached wood, white and cool blues. In many ways it is an updated version of beach homes with chic styling taking the place of the adhoc pieces of furniture. Blue and white striped fabrics are used for [...]
