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These colours can sound terrifying , but we use swatches and visuals to build our customers’ confidence
out colour drench, depending on taste, but adding at least one strong shade is guaranteed to introduce personality into an interior space. For many people, the greatest obstacle to creating a more colourful interior is knowing where to start. Pauline Fox, home designer at Neptune Cambridge, advises taking time to assess each room. “I tell clients to ask themselves how they want the space to feel. Do they want it to be wide open, light and serene, or cosy and comforting? Colours are very emotional.” Caution with colour For a major investment such as a kitchen, being cautious about colour is understandable. “People are reticent about choosing darker shades, but these can be incorporated in a gentle way, with smaller splashes of colour,” explains Pauline. “A popular method of achieving the look is by infusing colour into just a kitchen island. OVER THE RAINBOW Chunky candlesticks from Annie Sloan (right) and bright travel posters from Wall Art Prints (below) are striking accessories that make colour splashing less daunting
That way, you’re not committing to an entire scheme. Accessories can be added that pick up hints of the same shade. In living rooms, this could be the introduction of cushions, throws or perhaps a footstool.” For those on a tighter budget, paint is a cost-effective option for bringing more colour in. “It’s the easiest way to transform your room, and it’s not permanent, so can easily be switched up if you get sick of it,” says Pauline. Neptune presents a collection of paint in seven families of colour, which encompasses 28 shades. “This makes it easier for customers to choose a palette,” Pauline explains. Twice a year, seasonal swatches are added; recent additions include Bracken, Saffron and Cactus. “These colours can sound terrifying, but we use swatches and visuals to build our customers’ confidence and help them make the choice that’s right for their home.”
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