Deep and Dark Interiors

Deep and dark colour schemes are a great way of creating drama and elegance in your chosen home interior. Rich and sumptuous tones will create a real statement on a painted feature wall, soft furnishings and furniture and provide a cosy ambiance that is sophisticated and refined. Period colour schemes work incredibly well within this trend and can be teamed with pops of bolder colour for a splash of contemporary style. Here are five colour choices that are perfect for creating a deep and dark interior that oozes designer style and opulence.

Black

Black always seems like a scary colour choice unless you’re opting for a gothic or Halloween inspired home but black can be an elegant and chic colour when used cleverly in your home. Avoid stark black colour choices and instead opt for matt charcoal, dusky graphite and pewter that create a depth of tone that will look great on walls and soft furnishings. Velvet and satin fabrics work well with these colours as their texture and shine provide variation in the dark surface colour. A modern interior can be accessorised with chrome lighting, frames and ornaments while gold and copper can be accommodated into both contemporary and traditional rooms for a hint of period glamour.

Red

Rich reds such as maroon, burgundy and garnet were popular period colour choices due to their deep and cosy finish that retained a dash of eye-catching colour.  These complimentary hues lie on the same tonal colour palette therefore can be used to paint alternating walls or background and feature walls for a stylish visual finish. For a traditional look add carved panelling in mahogany or burgundy to the lower part of your walls and add another deep red hue to the upper section for a stylish and sophisticated look. Rich burgundy velvet will look fabulous on heavy draped curtains and swags and also look fabulous on cushions and bolsters with classic tassels and golden embroidered designs.

Green

Dark green colour tones give a cosy and refined look in any home interior and add a twist of botanical beauty to both modern and contemporary homes. Dark pine green, khaki and hunter green look great alongside rich chocolate and cream for a highland inspired design that can be complimented with tartan curtains and cushions and rustic oak furniture for a cosy winter look. If you prefer a more modern vintage design then opt for a bold and dark teal colour scheme and accentuate with vintage furniture and crisp white retro chairs for a contrasting finish that can be given further visual detail with geometric print cushions and curtains in white, black and green.

Purple

Purple is a perfect colour choice for those who wish to create a glamorous regal finish in their home interior. Plum, aubergine and amethyst are deep and opulent colour choices that will create a stately feel in any room of the home. These colours make a great choice for upholstery as they create a pop of eye-catching colour whilst still maintaining a rich and cosy ambiance. A dark mahogany or black painted dining set will look fabulous upholstered with rich purple velvet fabric and can be complimented further by including a co-ordinating purple flocked wallpaper and black velvet curtains. Add a central black chandelier for a striking focal point that will create an air of grandeur in your home.

Blue

Dark blue hues make a great alternative to black and have been a popular choice in 2016 due to the navy and copper trend that has made its way from high end boutiques into high street stores. Classic navy, sapphire and royal blue will look fabulous as a background colour in your chosen room and can be teamed with tonal greys and purples for a mix and match of deep and dark colour. Navy leather and velvet seating will look great with natural oak or gold painted furniture and plush blue satin curtains can be paired with deep blue and gold cushions for an eastern inspired design. Opt for copper or rose gold accessories such as lighting, vases and picture frames that will create a glistening and elegant finish in your chosen room.

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