COLOUR STYLE GROUPS
Certain colours and colour schemes seem to suit certain building types and even particular locations. Ranging from progressive to conservative, there are thought to be seven different interior colour groups and an awareness of these different groups can help create sound colour choices suitable for your property. Understanding the characteristics of the building such as the age of the property, the dimensions of the room, along with any strong architectural features will help determine which interior colour group it belongs to. These colour groups serve as guides. They contain ranges of colours which associate well with different building styles but the borderlines aren’t hard or fast.
Avante Garde
Material expression is very important and paint is seldom used. Metal, concrete, glass and wood are basic elements.
Modern Classical
Traditional
Design
Otherwise known as a Transitional style, this blends traditional with contemporary styles. The union creates a classic, sophisticated and uncomplicated atmosphere. The modern classical interior forms a mix of classical spaces with modern elements, such as clean lined furniture against strong architectural features.
Elegant and inviting, this style emphasises finely crafted details such as curved furniture and beautifully pattered fabrics through its colour palette. The traditional style incorporates decorating elements from many different styles but in a classic, comfortable way.
Here emphasis is on the definition of form. Colours are used to define specific elements of an interior space and quite often bold saturated colours are used to contrast against pale unsaturated ones. The design palette might be adopted on modern buildings or where there are few architectural features.
Modern
Modern style is fairly minimalist, even down to the colour scheme. A base colour scheme consists of pale or neutral colours. This allows the accessories and furnishings to draw the eye to particular space more effectively.
Classical
Antique
Classical interiors often are painted in a large range of off-whites. The effect is chic, with very dark colour used to add further emphasis to the strong architectural details.
Using colour to depict a building’s heritage. This style encompasses different architectural styles such as Palladian, Regency, Victorian & Art Deco.
It’s not just paint.
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