COLOUR CUES
Colours help in alleviating our moods and in giving our interiors a playful yet powerful look
Hues not only make or mar your living spaces but also the bathroom
olour is what gives interiors their character. Most spaces come alive with new energy as a coat of fresh paint can give the room an instant makeover. Similarly, a bright-hued accent piece or furniture can transform the living space without much effort. Warm tones add drama and personality to a room and are preferred in some climates while cool colours convey a sense of calm. Our experts help you decode colours for your home.
LIVING IT UP
The living room is where you entertain guests. The colours you use here help set the tone. The quickest way to revamp this space is by painting the walls. Asian Paints, for example, declared Passion Flower as the colour of the year. The shade is an amalgamation of warm mustard and radiant amber and works well in a living room setting as it has both a calming and positive effect. One of the trends mentioned in ColourNext, the brand’s annual décor trend forecast is Busy Cool, which is about success being measured by time, or the lack of it. It brings
together plush purple, flamboyant red and mauve that perks up any living space.
BATH AND BEYOND
A space that is as important as the living room is one that is oft ignore. Yes, we are talking about the bath. Adding a dash of colour helps give the bathroom an edge. You can do so by changing the tiles, installing new lights and fixtures. In fact, Kohler’s range of faucet finishes and unique sinks work well to complement the rest of your space. Salil Sadanandan, President, Kitchen and Bath, Kohler Brand K&B South Asia, Middle East and SSA at Kohler Co says, “Homeowners in India today want more than just chrome and white in their bathrooms. Kohler is one of the pioneers in fulfilling this need with our new range of coloured ceramic products and vibrant faucet finishes. We are very excited to have Twinkle Khanna on board with us to talk about this range. Given her background in interior design she is an excellent fit for what Kohler stands for, which is grace, elegance and luxury.” So, what are you waiting for? Get ready bring colour indoors.