What colours work well in the living room? 10 inspiring colour combinations

Colours determine the atmosphere in an interior and influence our mood. So it is worth introducing them consciously, bearing in mind the unique energy they bring with them. Warm saffron, muted green or deep indigo? We suggest which colours work particularly well in the living room.

Interacting shades set the rhythm of any space. Whether it is conducive to blissful relaxation or stimulating and inspiring. So it's no wonder that we pay so much attention to colour when decorating the living room. After all, it serves many purposes. We can relax there, enjoy our meals, play with the children, or even work or study.

In order for the living room to support us in our various activities, its arrangement should be well thought-out and coherent. Decide on the dominant shades from the outset and select furniture and wall and floor finishes with these in mind. Textiles and accessories should be matched to the rest of the furnishings either by contrast or similarity.

There are so many colours and tones to choose from that it is easy to get lost. So it is worth finding out how to combine colours in the living room to achieve the desired atmosphere. Below are inspiring arrangements that make use of different shade palettes.

HOW TO CHOOSE COLOURS FOR YOUR LIVING ROOM?

Juicy shades and patterned textures, or neutral colours and smooth surfaces? Finding the recipe for the perfect living room design is not easy. The sheer size of the room and the amount of natural light that enters it are important. A minimalist design in light colours will optically enlarge the room, while dark colours and a multitude of accessories will make it appear smaller and cosier.

The design of the rest of the house should also be taken into account. If the rest of the rooms are decorated in a particular style, it would be worth transferring this to the living room as well, so that our four corners appear cohesive. The functions performed by our living room are also important. If it has a reading corner and a workstation, muted shades that promote concentration may be a better choice. On the other hand, a living room intended mainly for uninhibited fun and parties can be drowned in energetic colours that instantly lift the mood.

The most important guideline, however, is personal taste. Consider in which environment you feel most comfortable. Even if the majority perceives blue as cool, we may associate it with unforgettable holidays in a seaside resort. It is worth ensuring that the colour palette dominating our living room evokes only pleasant emotions.

Some people wonder where to start when choosing colours for the living room. Do we decide on the finish of the walls first, or go straight to the furniture? It all depends on our preferences. The most important part of the arrangement can be wallpaper with an original pattern. On the basis of the shades used in it, we can easily match the rest of the furnishings. An upholstered sofa in a vivid colour may also be the most important accent. Once you have found the perfect one, all you need to do is choose discreet companions for it.

Before you start planning your dream interior design, it is a good idea to familiarise yourself with different arrangements and gather inspiration. Here are 10 colours to invite into your living room.

1. THE LAND OF REST, THE BEIGE LIVING ROOM

Pudding, vanilla, coffee with milk, caramel, camel's wool - these are just some of the terms ascribed to shades of beige. It would be hard to find another equally enveloping and peaceful colour. It is perfect as a leitmotif in a cosy living room. It will form an original duo with the brown Esten fringed rug, contrasting Formi cushions with geometric pattern and dark carpet. Such a multi-layered composition in muted shades is a rest for the eyes and a real treat for the sense of touch.

To make the beige arrangement more dynamic, we can place the modern 4 You Fresh bookcase with its light form next to the upholstered sofas. The Bruni vase made of tinted glass and the intriguing mushroom figurines, which are hard to take one's eyes off, will also add variety and banish boredom. It is worth remembering that beige forms a successful duo not only with earthy colours, but also with all pastels.

2. BROWN BACKDROP FOR MEETINGS

It is difficult to imagine a living room without even a hint of brown. This colour appears, for example, in wooden furniture and floors. However, it is worth looking at it from a slightly different perspective. While many of us consider an oak table or chest of drawers, less often do we think of introducing a velvet chocolate sofa or a corner sofa in the shade of cane sugar. However, it is hard to find a more pleasant backrest when enjoying a cup of coffee.

Brown is also worth smuggling onto the wall in the form of tasteful fins. With them, we can highlight a specific zone in our living room. Darker slats bring a chic feel to the interior, while lighter slats bring cosiness. Although brown feels particularly good when surrounded by earthy colours, it does equally well when paired with bolder colours. Milk chocolate can make friends with blue and walnut with vibrant yellow.

3. SUNNY INTERIOR - YELLOW LIVING ROOM

Single details in a yellow shade are enough to give our living room a positive energy boost. It is one of the most expressive colours, so we often fear that its expressive character will overwhelm the room. Remember, however, that the key to a harmonious décor is the right proportions.

If you opt for a sunny sofa, it is advisable to place it against a muted background and keep the other accessories in browns and blacks. In comparison, a bleached ochre can envelop the walls without fear of overdoing it. Its friendly character will be emphasised by the Istanbul clock in a metallic colour. Mustard yellow goes well with noble indigo, and its lively shade will be an interesting accent in a modern interior drowned in white and grey.

4. RELAX IN THE REALM OF PINK

The colour pink also has great potential. Its energetic variant will be appreciated by those who like to have a lot going on in their home. An eye-catching element in the living room can be a lusciously raspberry-coloured armchair or curtains. In this case, a subdued base is ideal, allowing the strong accent to come through.

For walls and furniture, however, it is better to opt for muted colours, which will not give you a headache over time. A set of stylish nude-coloured pieces can be created with the innovative Creative system. By matching them with the handles and legs of your choice, you can give them a specific character. The same colours and raw materials can be used for the other pieces of furniture, creating a coherent living room arrangement.

5. RED COLOUR IN THE FINE LIVING ROOM

For some of us, intense colours are a guarantee of a good mood. Instead of sticking to safe solutions, we can therefore envelop the living room in stimulating red. Again, moderation is advisable. Let's first decide which element should be the strongest eye-catcher and select other furnishings based on that.

If a luscious red sofa is your optical magnet, place it on a light floor and a subdued background. Combine it with minimalist furniture and simple accessories that do not compete for attention. A muted burgundy is also welcome in the living room. Present in heavy curtains and velvet cushions, it will add a touch of class to an elegantly furnished interior.

6. CLOSE TO NATURE - A LIVING ROOM FULL OF GREENERY

Green brings with it harmony and a sense of security. Depending on the shade, it is associated with a forest or a spring meadow. No wonder we like to invite it into our living room. If we combine different shades of it, we get a jungle that soothes the senses. Thus, an elegant corner in a deep shade of bottle green will look great against an olive wall, and the composition will be effectively enlivened by potted plants in woven covers. The natural total look is completed with a wooden floor and pictures with a botanical motif hanging on the wall.

However, green does not have to dominate the interior. Its pastel shade, reminiscent of spring, can make way for soft beige, gold and muted pink. This colour palette is a recipe for a cosy living room with a touch of romance. A modern living room, on the other hand, can be decorated with an emerald wall against which black and white furniture will look interesting.

7. HEAD IN THE CLOUDS - BLUE LIVING ROOM

Reminiscent of the sky and the waves of the sea, it promotes relaxation and soothes the senses. The colour blue is equally at home as the main character in a décor or as a discreet extra. In its navy blue version, it can be used to create a refined living room, while in pastel blue it complements a white and grey décor. Its bold, expressive shades are best smuggled in in the form of a bedspread or a decorative lamp, which can be quickly replaced if you want to refresh the theme in your interior.

As the living room should facilitate relaxation, it is a good idea to create a year-round beach. In this way, a wooden coffee table can be placed next to the cobalt sofa, where a refreshing drink or warming tea can be conveniently placed, while natural decorations can be displayed on the top of the indigo-coloured chest of drawers. Dried pampas grasses in the original Gunnar vase in smoky glass will bring to mind carefree holidays. Let's also remember the green tenants and the bamboo Pit lantern, which will remind us of evening walks by the seashore.

8. LIVING ROOM IMMERSED IN WHITE

Creates an impression of cleanliness, neatness and order. It optically enlarges the interior and works well with all colours. It works well both on the walls and in the furniture. We are talking about timeless white, which works well not only in minimalist living rooms. It can be snow white or broken up with yellow, pink or blue. In the warm variant, it creates a cosy space, while in the cold one it brings a crispness. It is therefore advisable to consciously choose its shade and then match other furnishings to help bring out its potential.

Grey, blue and black are good companions for cool white, providing an intriguing contrast. This colour palette is ideal for a modern living room. For a warmer atmosphere, pair white with natural wood. This duet will go particularly well with furniture. The Nature collection will be ideal for an elegant living room, while the 4 You collection will keep pace with a casual atmosphere.

Allies will be any textiles that bring in additional textures and patterns. Numerous decorations and potted flowers will also make a great statement against the white walls. However, if you opt for multi-coloured wallpaper, choose more discreet accessories - clear glass vases and aesthetic figurines.

8. TRANQUILLITY IN SHADES OF GREY

Grey is another colour that provides almost unlimited possibilities for use in the living room. Silvery, ashen or dove, it will provide a versatile base for accessories in pastel or vivid colours. It will like all textures and bold patterns. It can also be successfully used to create a monochromatic arrangement. However, to achieve a harmonious effect, remember to combine grey variants with similar temperatures.

If we want to combine grey with other colours, we can be tempted by intense colours. Vivid green, sunny yellow or perhaps energetic red? With any of these shades, it will create a cohesive composition. Grey also works well in muted surroundings. It goes well with beige, gold and muted orange. A friendly atmosphere will be created by accessories based on natural materials - a picture in a wooden frame, a linen curtain, a jute container or dried flowers displayed in a ceramic vase.

10. DARK AND COSY - THE BLACK LIVING ROOM

Although black is considered a difficult colour, the challenge of furnishing a living room with it is worthwhile. Used in the right proportions, it will create an impression of depth and give the room an exclusive flair. If you want a dark background for your daily activities, opt for matt black on one of the walls, for example in the form of anthracite textured Linerio panels. Choose light oak flooring from Skandinavien to banish a gloomy atmosphere and optically enlarge the interior.

It is also worth ensuring that there is sufficient daylight and plenty of lamps. Soft, diffused lighting will keep the living room cosy. And let's not forget about plants, which will effectively enliven the arrangement. And don't be afraid to introduce a bit of flash. If you opt for black furniture, match it with gold or silver finishes. Slender legs will make the pieces look light, while metallic handles will stand out against the dark front. In the Creative system, we can also experiment with leather and wooden details.

Choosing colours for the living room is the art of compromise. Decide on well thought-out shades to create the relaxing and entertaining environment of your dreams. Subtle pastels on the wall or perhaps eye-catching furniture in energetic colours? It's up to us which theme we choose. With each, we can create an original living room arrangement that we are reluctant to leave.