Bold colours might not be everyone’s cup of tea when it comes to interior design. Yet for those who are drawn to colour, choosing a vibrant-hued sofa might be just what we need to create a beautiful and enjoyable living space. When it comes to infusing colour into your design, the sofa is a great place to start. This single piece of furniture can instantly transform the look and feel of a room. If you’re thinking a bold sofa is too big a step, check out some of these images and tips before you rule it out. Maybe you’ll find a colourful look that’s right for you.
Here are five colours to consider, and a few tips and tricks on how to use them in your space.
- Blue
If you’re just starting to develop a tolerance for colour in home design, a blue couch might be the perfect entry point. Blue is a colour most people feel comfortable with, as it’s generally thought of as more traditional and calming. Deep, rich and vibrant blues are favourites for adding colour through furniture. There are so many lush and beautiful blues to choose from for a sofa. The richer the tone, the bigger the impact so you can go bold for a bigger impact. Blue is also highly versatile when it comes to colour pairing. That means that, depending on the shade, it goes well with neutral shades and natural materials and looks incredible when complemented by almost any other vibrant tone.
- Pink
If you’re looking to create a more relaxed and happy home, pink might be your solution. Pink never fails to create a more joyful, inspired and energised space. You can go for soft and subtle, pale and pretty, or bright and energised. Regardless of the shade, a pink sofa can’t help but inject a cheerful vibe. A soft, pale pink creates a soothing, airy and even whimsical feel. While we might tend to think of pairing it with lighter, pastel or more neutral tones, it’s actually highly versatile and goes beautifully with vibrant colours, especially jewel tones. Brighter pinks feel energised and lighthearted and create a warm, lovely and inviting space. They go well with white, black and gray. They also look gorgeous when complemented by pastels and they work with many bright colours — even red!
- Green
If you’re looking to feel calmer and cozier at home, think green for your sofa. Because we associate this colour with the natural world, it helps us feel more relaxed and at ease when used in the home. Emerald green is a favourite colour when it comes to a vibrant sofa. It feels rich and luxe, and combines more traditional style with a contemporary feel. Emerald green goes well with other vibrant colours — pink, blue and yellow — and looks particularly striking with white and black.
- Purple
Purple might be the last thing that comes to mind when choosing a sofa; an underrated colour in design, purple has been having a resurgence, which shows it’s a more refined and design-savvy choice than many think. While a certain amount of bravery is required to choose a purple sofa, it can be the ideal colour if you’re looking to add richness, character and a bit of a statement in your home.
Purple is a mix of red (a warm colour) and blue (a cool colour), which means that, depending on its tone, it falls somewhere in the middle of the temperature spectrum. A paler, cooler purple will achieve a light, easygoing and playful feel. A darker, jewel-toned purple will create a warm, comfortable and luxurious effect. Purple goes well with white, black and many other colours, such as pink, yellow, green and blue. It also looks richest when paired with natural materials such as wood.
- Yellow
Yellow has come a long way in the world of design. Today there’s no shortage of beautiful and inspiring shades to add energy and life to a space. Modern-day yellows are far from boring. They come in vibrant sunshine yellow, soft and lovely buttercup and contemporary mustard shades, to name just a few. Yellow looks sleek and clean with neutrals such as white and black. You can also pair it with bright colours such as coral, blue and green. The more colourful options will amplify the room’s energy and make the space that much more yours.
