living room color schemes 2014

infuse your home with cool sophisticationby choosing a color scheme from the cool side of the color wheel. the cool side of the colorwheel imparts its serene calmness in the room. it spans from peppy green, to rego purple.in this example, a living room is decorated in shades of green and blue. when choosingcolors, choose one hue to be the star for cohesiveness. here, a caribbean blue colorsthe walls and appears in variations on pillows and in the striped rug. take the chill offof cool colors by incorporating a cool color with warm undertones. a yellow-based greenlends that warmth on the ottoman and striped pillow in this living room. use white as acrisp counterpoint to cool hues. a white lamp table and sofa create a kickback cottage orbeach style mood. white sheers on the windows,

surface a smooth transition between the brightsunlight and a cool interior. white blinds keep the look light but it can also be loweredfor privacy. patterns will help you carry a color scheme in a room. the floral printon the armchair showcases all the use of the color scheme, plus a bit of yellow for warmth.play with different combinations of colors from the cool side of the color wheel to createa room that imparts a calm vibe. mix in a crisp neutral and a few hands of warm viewsand you'll create the perfect cool color scheme that will work in any room.