Thursday, September 2, 2010

Yellow in Interior

Yellow Color In Interior


“How lovely yellow is! It stands for the sun.”

-Vincent Van Gogh, Holland Painter


As we all know yellow is one of the three primary colors. It is a warm, joyful, youthful, and vibrant color, which reminds us of blissful summer days. It is a color full of optimism that can energize and cheer up anyone’s gloomy mood. Yellow is said to stimulate concentration, memory, energy, and metabolism.

In view of the fact that yellow is an easy to live with color practically any room can be painted in various values of the yellow hue. It is an ideal color for kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms, kids’ rooms, family rooms, and dark halls. As a color which stimulates mind and body it is widely used in study and play rooms.

Although, yellow is an uplifting and welcoming color it is wise to use it with caution, to not overdo it, as it could be overwhelming if used in it’s pure form. Extreme genuine yellow in large amounts is almost irritating and uncomfortable. Therefore, it is not advised to use strong hues in adult or kids’ bedrooms. As an alternative use light yellow hues, as it creates a warm, relaxing, calm, yet fresh atmosphere. Otherwise, if you are determined to use an intense yellow hue to brighten up and enliven the room, use it in smaller amounts as an accent color, rather than a dominant one. A further suggestion to soften and thin the intensity of a bright yellow room is to add white details like furniture, baseboards, shelves, and curtains.

In decorating keep in mind that pure yellow hues advance and dominate, making the room appear smaller, whereas lighter and more pale tints of yellow will recede reflecting more light, thus visually making a room appear larger, airy and lighter. Knowing this basic rule of color effect will allow you to make a large room appear more intimate, or bring more light to a dark hall or loft.

Because the color yellow creates a warm and joyful atmosphere, use it liberally in colder and grayer climates or in rooms with north facing windows. However, yellow can be used in sunny rooms as well, except here it will benefit from cool color accents, creating a balanced interior.

Yellow, Orange, and Green

Yellow, Orange and Green are three adjacent colors on the color wheel. Therefore they create a harmonious color scheme. This bright and joyful combination of colors is a perfect choice for kids’ play or study rooms, as it stimulates brain function and energy. Meanwhile light cream painted walls will significantly thin the bright hues leaving this a happy and cheerful room, yet calm enough for a bedroom.



Yellow and Browns

Soft yellow colors, in combination with different values of brown, create a calm, neutral and welcoming atmosphere. Dark brown furniture and flooring makes this creamy yellow color appear light and fresh. Although yellow and brown create a rich and luxurious look, it is advisable to always remember that dark warm colors advance making any room look smaller and more intimate. Adding a plant and a piece of art in green hues creates interest, depth and contrast to this traditional room.




Yellow and Blues

Yellow and blue is a very popular and classic color choice. This color scheme creates a very balanced contrasting interior as these colors lie opposite each other on the color wheel. Yellow interiors can appear too warm and sunny; however the introduction of a cold blue or purple color gives a very comforting and dramatic look to a room. Keep in mind though, that the most striking yellow-blue interiors are created when both colors are used of the same value or intensity.


Yellow, Red and Green

Yellow and green when used together create a very refreshing, tranquil atmosphere. Nature gives us a lot of yellow and green suggestions. If you would like to add a bit of excitement to a room, then try adding red or terracotta as an accent color. Either will do the job and give an impressive, finished look to any interior.

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Interior Design Trend Fall-Winter 2010/11

Interior Design
Color Trend Fall-Winter 2010/11

The color trend for interior this year reveals a significant range of color from classic warm fall colors to mystifying cool colors of marine. The strong need in expressing ones' individuality is very evident in interior now, thus resulting in many surprising color groupings.
Fall – Winter 2010/2011 interiors are expressed in five main color themes: Genuine, Vivid, Pure, Misty, and Timeless.

Genuine











The pure beauty of warm fall days, bitter-sweet scents of spice, the aroma of hot cocoa, and the splendor of yellow and orange leaves on the ground. This nature inspired color scheme is still one of the most popular and highly used by interior professionals this season.


Everything in this scheme is genuine and organic from colors to materials and textures. The combination of rough and smooth textures represents the luxury of nature through: leather, natural wool and silks, wood, bronze, copper, iron, granite and mineral textures, clay pottery, uneven glass, stone tiles, and bricks.

 
 
Vivid
 


A daring and dramatic color scheme. Everything is full of movement and positive energy in this interior. The maroon color gives it an unexpected twist and charisma which enlivens and adds personality to an interior.


The combination of unexpected textures and materials go along with the scheme. Silky smooth fabrics and glossy tile against rough coatings, grainy wood, textured carpets and rugs - all complement this intriguing style.


Pure


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mesmerizing, joyful and authentic. This color scheme is inspired by the deep Mediterranean blues and warm colors of Moroccan villas. The sophistication and richness of this color scheme will fill an interior with passion and allure.


This color scheme works best with rough, matte, uneven textures and materials. Think one of-a-kind handcrafted aged furniture, wrought iron work, painted wood floors, and Saltillo tile.


Misty
 

This lagoon inspired color scheme is fresh and inspirational. These vibrant and spirited colors will bring movement and liveliness to any interior.


The contrast of matte and glossy materials and finishes enhance this color scheme by adding more chic and elegance. Consider using smooth genuine or fake leather, natural stone or glass tile, soft wool carpets, and polished wood flooring.

 
Timeless
 

Black and white - so predictable, straightforward, yet so elegant and ageless. This classic color scheme has been used widely in interiors throughout the ages, however this season it will be used to a great extent by interior designers.


The combination of soft to-the-touch and polished materials is the perfect match to this color scheme. The use of soft leather, smooth silky fabrics, polished marble surfaces, lacquered furniture, polished nickel light fixtures, silver accessories, and lustrous fur will add to the elegant and striking look of this interior color scheme.

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