How to create a simple and relaxed home - Part Three

Choose relaxing colours

Colour can be used to harmonise and create your sought after atmosphere and ambiance. Use it not just with paint on your walls, but also with furniture and/or accents such as rugs, cushions and accessories.

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Be conscious of the quantity of colours that you use, especially for small spaces. Use one or two colours as an accent, rather than a smattering of bold colours.  It is a good idea to avoid loud patterns, especially sharp angular geometric shapes. 

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The easiest way to approach the idea of relaxing colours is to think of the natural world.  For example, beach colours or forest colours.  Beach colours are muted and soft tones.  Forest colours are deeper tones, yet balancing and calming. Keep background colours neutral and add splashes of colour by using accessories reflecting the natural world and seasons.

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