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Splash of Colour: 20 Cheerful Ideas for Decorating With Yellow

Splash of Colour: 20 Cheerful Ideas for Decorating With Yellow

Louise Dockery
Interiors

Interiors

Perfect for a dopamine hit, yellow can make a cool, north-facing room feel instantly warmer and more cheerful. Though if not done right, the zinginess of certain yellows can provide an unwanted energy hit. Neon luminous yellow in a bedroom? No thank you. But how can mustards and saffrons be used to create a cosy, restful feel? I’ve had a look around and found some inspiration images you can use to give you some ideas on how to get it right.

Depending on the shade, yellow can appear fresh and clean (think buttermilk), or by using a spicier shade (like ochre), create a more period feel. But finding the perfect shade for your space does need a lot of consideration.

Cupboard Skirting- The Old Timey Kitchen Design Hack

Cupboard Skirting- The Old Timey Kitchen Design Hack

Louise Dockery
Interiors

This design hack isn’t for everyone. For some, it’s twee, too old-fashioned and sickly sweet. For others, it’s the perfect cottagecore solution to budget design and dealing with awkward spaces.

Cupboard skirting- using curtains in lieu of lower kitchen cabinet doors- was probably an idea born out of necessity, for those whose budget couldn’t stretch to joinery or for those looking for a solution to a space that’s too small/ big/ awkwardly-shaped for standard cabinet doors. But when applied right, this design trick can offer a cosy, cottage-style look that incorporates texture, colour and pattern depending on the fabric choice.

The "Unexpected Red Theory"

The "Unexpected Red Theory"

Louise Dockery
Interiors

What is “The Unexpected Red Theory”?

One of the biggest buzz terms on social media lately has been the “Unexpected Red Theory”; the theory that a room never fully looks complete until a hint of red is injected. Like finishing off an outfit with a pop of classic red lipstick. The concept is that red- even on a small scale- keeps an otherwise cool-hued palette from looking flat. In fact, the more low-key and “unexpected”, the better.