Colour Trend - Platinum

This season is all about creating a home that feels fresh and light whilst maintaining an air of sophistication and luxury for a balance of open and cosy space. Metallic colour schemes have carried through from 2014 into 2015 and remain a firm favourite in both modern and classic homes. This May, PLATINUM is the colour that everyone is talking about so why not explore this bright and opulent colour tone in your own home interior.

Colour Palette

Due to its bright and uplifting nature platinum can be partnered with both light and dark colour tones to create a variety of finishes and looks. A classic combination of platinum, black and white will create a refined and masculine appearance with a hint of high end opulence. This can be lightened with a pop of pastel pink or cerise for a more feminine, floral twist. For a more period style look then partner your platinum hue with a selection of deep aubergine, mauve and sage to create a cosy and inviting space with a sense of sophisticated, palatial beauty. Modern homes can be refreshed using a combination of platinum and yellow that creates a fabulous contrast whilst remaining complimentary and refreshing. If you are looking for the ultimate flamboyant look then create a truly shimmering interior by partnering platinum colour tones with gold, bronze and silver for a feast of metallic finishes.

Cushions

Nothing creates a cosy and inviting living space quite like a selection of cushions scattered along a sofa or bed spread area. Platinum cushions are truly versatile as they can be used against a wide variety of backdrops and can be displayed in both plain and patterned fabric designs. For a simple and cosy design then select plain platinum fabrics and partner them with complimentary grey, white and black mohair cushions that will create a glamorous’ luxe’ style look that is functional and visually textural. For a more opulent look then select metallic satin and velvet fabrics in platinum, gold and taupe and create a balance of plain and patterned prints in period rococo or modern geometric designs. If you prefer a classic finish, choose plain cotton cushions in varying colours with metallic platinum embroidery that will create a shimmering detail against a plain sofa area.

Upholstery

Your choice of upholstery is a key element in creating a co-ordinating and complimentary finish within your interior space. Platinum fabrics are a great alternative to traditional white or cream and give a more refined and sophisticated finished look. Select simple platinum sofas in sleek straight edged designs for a modern or minimal interior look. Alternatively upholster your seats, occasional chairs and chaise lounges in a delicate platinum and pewter embroidered fabric with hints of sage green, purple or blue for a more period style look and design. If you are re-upholstering your current items then select satin or velvet platinum material and pair it with a silver leaf or black painted exterior for a truly flamboyant finish or a crisp white framework for a fresh and bright appearance.

Accessories

Silver and platinum accessories are always a popular choice for finishing your home interior and can come in a vast range of traditional and contemporary designs to accommodate all tastes and interior finishes. Platinum candelabras will give a nod to classic stately homes and can be accented with plain white or coloured tapered candles for a co-ordinating or contrasting finish. These can be displayed on a mantelpiece or used as a table centrepiece for a sophisticated dinner party alongside an array of traditional silverware and cutlery. Metallic glass vases and bowls make great additions to living room and dining room areas and can be partnered with platinum painted photo frames for a complimentary accent tone. Table lamps are a great way of creating a subtle focal point in the home and look fabulous on a sideboard, side table or bedside for added visual impact. Select metallic silver bases and platinum shades or opt for simple glass orb bases with a shimmering metallic shade and crystal embellishments for a luxurious, high end finish.

Furniture

There is a vast range of silver painted furniture available that will create a visually shimmering ambiance in any living room, dining room, hallway or bedroom. Silver leaf furniture looks particularly striking carved in a French style design as they sit comfortably in both contemporary and traditional home interiors. If you are not brave enough to go completely metallic then simply select a statement item that will take centre stage within your chosen space. A grand carved French Silver Leaf Bed will create the ‘wow factor’ in any bedroom interior and looks fabulous teamed with rich black and platinum walls for a balance of masculine and feminine style.  To add some period style elegance to a hallway or living room area then opt for a French Silver Leaf Sideboard that is both functional and visually striking.

For more ideas on using a platinum colour scheme in your home, take a look at our latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Platinum Colour Trend.