Blast a bright ray of sunshine through your interiors with these zesty and vibrant rooms that feature yellow hues
This story was first written on July 5, 2021, and updated on August 5, 2021.
It’s known that colour has the ability to influence our mood. In particular, rooms that feature yellow hues radiate a vibrant and energetic impression. The sunny shade instantly brightens a space and injects a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
So in a time of uncertainty caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, it's easy to see why Illuminating, a cheerful yellow tone, was picked as one of two colours named by Pantone as the Colour of the Year for 2021.
Whether it’s a cheerful lemon shade or a darker mustard colour, these spaces add a pop of colour to your interior. Before you commit to the uplifting colour, make sure to do a paint test on the hue to observe how it changes throughout the day. Below, we highlight some rooms that feature the cheery hue in an array of ways.
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1. An inviting reading nook with yellow on the windows and walls
The home of farmer and gardener Reggie Tarr, this cosy nook is designed to be a comfortable reading space. Pale yellow walls paired with a soft built-in daybed effectuate a sunny and cosy disposition, while the darker yellow paint that lines the windows create depth. The inviting space is also layered with green hues, keeping the corner light and fresh without being overwhelming.
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