Sharon Stone's couch sparked a new desire for red home furniture within me, and I find myself consistently envisioning it adorning my own living space.
Bringing Bold Colors into Your Living Room: A Guide on Decorating with Red
Red, a strong and passionate color, is making a significant comeback in interior design. With its rich appearance, red can infuse a living room with color and pattern, as seen in Sharon Stone's living room with a cherry red sofa that elevates her cream-painted area.
But decorating with bold colors like red can be daunting. Jade Crooks, Head of Commercial at DUSK, offers some key strategies to help you balance vibrancy with harmony.
Choose a Neutral Dominant Color
To keep the atmosphere light and balanced, select a neutral dominant color for walls, flooring, and large furniture. Softer neutrals like creamy white, beige, or muted greys work well.
Use Red as a Focal Statement
Red should be the focal statement in your living room. Select one main piece, such as a red sofa, armchair, or large rug, that draws the eye and energizes the room.
Complement the Red
To soften the intensity of red, complement it with calming neutrals in throws, pillows, or curtains. Cream or white textiles around the red furniture help the red pop without feeling too aggressive.
Spread the Color Around
Incorporate additional soft touches of red in smaller décor items like pillows, vases, or artwork to enhance cohesion and interest.
Follow the 60-30-10 Color Rule
Use the 60-30-10 color rule to create a balanced space. This rule suggests that:
- 60% should be neutral (walls, floors, big furniture)
- 30% should be your red statement color (a sofa or large rug)
- 10% should be accent colors or metallics found in decorative pieces to add sparkle and depth without clashing
Consider the Psychological Attributes of Red
Red is a warm, energetic, and powerful color. Placing it thoughtfully ensures the room feels lively but not overwhelming.
Jade recommends thinking with your heart rather than your decor when deciding on a bold color. To make a statement, select a focal piece of furniture and go all out with the bold color. Balance the boldness by complementing the statement piece with more calming colors, such as white throws or cream cushions.
For those who prefer a more subtle approach, Jade suggests starting with small red accessories like cushions or rugs. This way, you can experiment with bold colors without overwhelming your space.
In addition, a rechargeable bobbin lamp from Addison Ross home provides unlimited styling possibilities, perfect for adding a touch of red or other bold colors to your living room décor.
With these tips in mind, you can confidently decorate your living room with primary colors, using red as a statement color, and create a space that is both vibrant and harmonious.
- To make a bold living room statement, consider selecting a focal piece of interior-design, such as a red sofa or armchair, and go all out with the color, while balancing it with calmer colors like white throws or cream cushions.
- For those seeking a more subtle approach to bringing red into their home-and-garden lifestyle, incorporating small red accessories like cushions or rugs can be a great way to experiment with bold colors without overwhelming the space.
