Colour Trend - Grapefruit

The best way to add a breath of fresh air into your home interior is with an injection of bright and uplifting colour that will transform both bold and neutral interior spaces. This season is all about rich ice cream and sorbet colour palettes that add a soft yet illuminating accent colour to the home whilst maintaining an air of femininity and elegance. GRAPEFRUIT is a rich and sumptuous colour tone that is a perfect balance between tropical orange and pink hues. This cosy colour is fresh and summery and will provide a gorgeous backdrop to both modern and traditional homes.

Colour Palette

The bright and fruity tones of grapefruit can be paired with both neutral and dark colour partners to create a varying degree of styles and designs in any room of the home. For a bright, garden inspired interior look then partner your chosen grapefruit tone with, leaf green, lemon and tangerine for a fresh and soft look with a hint of tropical vibrancy. If you prefer a more contemporary look and feel add grapefruit tones alongside pewter grey, dove grey and monochrome for a sophisticated and glamorous look with a pop of intense juicy colour.

Cushions

Coloured cushions are a must have addition to any bedroom or living room area as they provide functional comfort as well as colour and texture to a seating area or bedding set. Grapefruit cushions look fabulous alongside bold floral print designs such as orchids, hibiscus or roses and can be partnered with lime green and yellow for a fresh tropical focal point. For a bright contemporary look then select grapefruit, white and duck egg cushions in geometric patterns for a bold and visually textured look. For a sleek and glamorous appearance then layer a selection of black and white rococo design cushions with plain grapefruit coloured designs in satin and metallic fabrics for an opulent feel and finish.

Upholstery

There is nothing more striking than a bold or colourful upholstered furniture item that will create a burst of colour in a zoned area of the home.  A simple straight edged sofa in a plain grapefruit fabric will create a centralised area of colour that looks particularly striking against dark black, grey or pewter wallpaper or painted feature wall. For a more elegant look select a single French style armchair or chaise lounge and cover with a plain grapefruit satin or velvet fabric or opt for a floral or baroque style pattern for added visual detail. Paint your framework is simple white for a fresh and feminine feel or envelope with a deep black or silver finish for a more glamorous and luxurious look.  These can be left as standalone items or can be paired with matching curtains, rugs and cushions for a co-ordinating interior style.

Accessories

Grapefruit coloured accessories look fabulous alongside all the fabulous sorbet coloured accessories that are available on the high street this season. A selection of fruity toned vases, ornaments and photo frames will look great along a plain white or black painted mantelpiece and can add colour against a neutral feature wall. Fresh and bright grapefruit coloured crockery will look great alongside plain white and black dinner settings and table accessories for a feminine and sophisticated dining area. If you have a side table or sideboard that is looking a little bare then select a chrome, glass or black painted lamp base and add a bright grapefruit shade for a pop of colour that is stylish and functional.

Furniture

Grapefruit colour palettes can be complimented by a wide range of furniture items and designs to create a varied array of styles and finishes. Crisp white painted furniture will give a fresh and uplifting finish with a nod to summer gardens and tropical climates. Opt for elegant French styles for a villa style look or select more rustic items for a beach side cottage feel. Simple oak furniture will create a warm and cosy finish against the vibrant fruity tones and looks great in homely living rooms and dining room areas. If you are feeling more adventurous then why not select some bold and eye-catching black painted furniture items that will create a contrasting yet complimentary partnership within your chosen space. Select statement items such as dining tables, bed frames or display cabinets that will stand out against the fresh and fruity backdrop.

For more ideas on how to use a grapefruit colour scheme in your home interior, take a look at this week’s latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Grapefruit Colour Trend