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Secrets of a white interior: how to make a room brighter and more spacious
02.11.2024 01:40
A snow-white bedroom, a white hallway, a kitchen in white tones – what could be cozier?
White can be called a truly universal color. It is very beautiful, delicate, weightless, and goes well with absolutely all shades.
A white kitchen interior or, for example, a bedroom is always the right decision, says Yulia Tychino .
White color has its own special uniqueness. It is strict and at the same time elegant. It will look very good in the design of any room.
Features of white interior
Usually, white is chosen for the walls of rooms. Any decor will look organic against such a background: paintings, furniture, carpets. But sometimes the walls can be painted in gray, beige, mint, lavender colors. In this case, pay attention to the white color of the furniture in the interior.
Snow-white upholstered furniture looks very cozy and is suitable for Scandi, country, Provence, and classic styles. Want to add some whiteness to the room? You can do this with white textiles.
Pillows, soft, fluffy white blankets, curtains in cream, almond, cream, oatmeal, sand colors - it's very beautiful and attractive.
What are the advantages of white color for a room?
• This color goes well with both contrasting colors and other shades of white;
• contrary to popular belief, white is not easily soiled;
• makes the room brighter;
• increases space several times.
The contrasting combination of black or dark gray and white looks interesting. It is suitable for such styles as high-tech, minimalism, loft.
It is impossible not to say that white, including in various shades, combines with any materials: wood, glass, textiles, metal. An abundance of plants and flowers looks very beautiful in a white room.
Basic color combinations
So, what colors will white look harmonious with? First of all, with its other shades.
It also goes great with brown, terracotta or orange. And an interior in pastel colors, including mint, lavender, soft pink, lemon, looks elegant and cute.
If you want to add dynamics, use bright colors together with white: wine, purple, emerald, blue. They can be repeated in different elements of decor and textiles.
And a monochrome palette in a room, consisting entirely of white shades, is bold and sophisticated. To prevent such an interior from looking boring, add different textures and multi-level lighting.
