While doing interior design, it is very important to pass through it a piece of your soul and attitude, because every person needs to feel comfortable in their own home. Lavender color in the interior gives the room lightness, elevation, peace and tranquility. On how to correctly apply it in the design of premises, today tells the "House of Dreams".
Effect of lavender color
Lavender color refers to calm neutral tones that do not irritate the human psyche, but rather, soothe it. As this color pacifies and relaxes, the interior in lavender tones is an excellent solution for decorating a bedroom.
According to psychologists, the shade of lavender contributes to the development of creative thinking and imagination. That is why in many European and American schools this color is used for the design of classes and play areas.
Given the individual characteristics of color, the shade of the mountain flower can be safely applied in the improvement of almost all living quarters. Exceptions are only working and kitchen areas. The fact is that, being in a room where the lavender color predominates, it is very difficult to concentrate on complex issues and adjust to active activities. In addition, the lavender color a little dulls the appetite. But if you need a kitchen that would help you lose weight, then why not?
Combination of lavender color with other shades in the interior
Lavender color belongs to a group of violet shades that perfectly match both pastel and bright tones. The color of lavender in the interior in combination with white, soft pink or cream shades will give the room a lightness, visually expand the space and make it lighter. In tandem with these tones, a shade of lavender can both dominate and complement the main colors.
If you set a goal to create a dynamic and bright interior, then you should try this trendy combination of lavender color with lime, raspberry, yellow and orange hues. Lavender color in combination with these bright colors will look stylish and original. However, you need to consider that in the game with bright colors, the main thing is to observe moderation. Lavender in this case should be the main color.
The saturated lavender color has the ability to visually narrow the space, so when decorating the room, you should not prefer a combination of lavender with black, brown or dark gray hues. These colors may well be present in the design, but it is better if they are expressed as small additions.
Lavender shades perfectly blend with the tones of their color group - lilac, pink and purple. Such a combination will give the room a playfulness and romance.
How to use lavender color in the interior
Bedroom
The bedroom in lavender tones is very popular among interior designers. In this room, a shade of lavender can be present as the main tone, for example, on walls, and as a supplement. If the bedroom is small, then you should not completely paint its walls in this color, otherwise it will be very difficult to achieve spaciousness in the room. It is best to choose a combination of lavender and white shade.
If the walls of the bedroom are painted in neutral colors, then you can add bright colors to the room with accessories or textiles in lavender tones.
Kitchen
Using lavender color in the interior of the kitchen, you should show moderation. Designers recommend to include this color as an addition to the basic shades. In addition, the lavender tone in this room can be used to create a fashionable reception - highlighting only one wall with a bright color. Also, a shade of lavender can be the main color for the design of the table or the entire dining area on the background of the overall design of the kitchen in pastel colors.
Living room
With different ways of combining colors, a lavender living room can become both a vivid example of a classical style and a typical creation in the style of art deco. To create a classic appearance of the living room area, it is recommended to use a saturated or muted lavender shade as an addition to accessories, not a large finish or textiles. If you dream of a fashionable and stylish living room, then it is appropriate to combine lavender with a variety of shades. In this case, the basic color can be present both on furniture, and on furnish of walls or other subjects of an interior.
Bathroom
The lavender shade is great for decorating the bathroom. Lavender bathroom will look fresh, bright and original. As a rule, this room rarely differs in spaciousness, so for bathroom design it is better to use a combination of muffled lavender and other pastel shades - pink, white, cream, etc.
If you dream of a strict and stylish bathroom, then boldly combine a light lavender color with bright violet accents. If the room is spacious and well lit, then these shades may be the only ones in the decoration.
Kids room
Lavender shades are an excellent solution for creating an original interior in the children's room. Since this color has a calming and calming effect, it will be an excellent helper for a hyperactive child. For the improvement of the baby's room is better to give preference to the muted pastel lavender shades.
As for the color combinations, it is better to use the lightest colors for this room - a white, cream, beige, pink, blue, etc., in combination with the main color.
To give the room a playfulness, you can add a few bright accents of a different color to the design. If the children's room is already framed in some other color, then lavender shades can be used as a selection of the playing area.
With the competent use, the interior in lavender color can be an excellent basis for creating any style. The saturated tones will be supplemented by classical strict styles, and muted shades will give modern ways of decorating the room with softness and comfort.