Hues
Hues
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n the transition to ready oneself to
enjoy the sweet embrace of winter,
to be enveloped by the gentle cosi-
ness of the frost, amidst comes a
tranquil tenderness of autumn. Similar
to a phoenix, nature’s resonancedeparts
only to be reborn again. To rise from the
ashes and be reawakened, this is the time
to rediscover the true essence of autumn
and bring the inspiration to the interiors
of your home.
Read on to find how you can revive the
true colours of autumn into your abode.
The blue hues
While one can always go to the traditional
colour palette of autumn colours such as
divine yellow, light orange, red dynasty or
even southern oak, a little experimenta-
tion would be a pleasant change from
the monotony. When we talk about this
season’s blues, colours such as midnight
blue, indigo and sapphire blue are perfect
for this autumn. Besides introducing a
bold pop of colour, these tints also add a
sentiment of solace to the décor.
The best part about thenavy-blue tone
is that it works seamlessly with metallic
accents like rose gold and brass. Trends
from the 1960s such as metallic interiors
are back in trend for all the right reasons.
Hints of premium gold laminates with
dark wood floors and deep blue as a back-
drop is an excellent way to be subtle yet
jazzy at the same time. With such fearless
tones, it’s best to let the interiors talk and
keep the accessories minimal. One can in-
clude mid-century modern furniture that
goes beautifully with these futuristic tints.
Neutrals and monochromes
As they say, there is something in store
for everyone. For the ones who prefer
sophisticatedand minimalisticdécor, a
monochromatic theme will turn out to
be an incredible option. Since most of
the décor remains subtle, one can truly
experiment with the accessories. If styled
properly, the room would look nothing
short of a remarkable spectacle.
For starters, put your palette together for
an elegant and modern appeal. To top it
all, you can simply switch accent hues and
instantly alter the aura of the room. It is
still important to pick neutrals that are
not mundane and dreary. Use accents of
dull gold in the form of frames for your
mirror or drawer knobs. The many shades
of blacks and whites paired with neutral
floors allows you to easily switch between
hot and trending to sober and stylish.
This autumn, in an all-white
interior you can make this trend work
by using small blocks of colour through-
out your house. Deep black tints in the
form of a contemporary piece of art or
a rich black laminate seating area are
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some of the many ways you can master
this vogue.
Pleasing pastels and florals
When it comes to adding drama, and
maintaining a definite serenity in your
home, pastels should be your go to pal-
ette. These colours are candy to the eyes
and are effortless to apply to your home.
For those who love subtle colours, going
for a statement centre table in premium
marble finished veneers paired with a
pastel pink couch will surely tie the look
together.
Instead of a whole wall you can always
opt for painting just a single wall or a di-
vider and pair it with black furniture and
abstract art to enjoy a touch of finesse.
Besides the usual auburn and rusty tones,
dusty and old-fashioned pinks are all
ablaze this autumn season. Also, florals
will be seen in a new light and if you wish
to add them to your décor, a statement
rich indigo laminate contrasting with a
floral art piece in white or pink could be
your answer! One can also decorate with
flowers and match them with cushions
and cover with a dull pink top sheet to
complete the look!
Dark engineered wood floors always
add a certain sophistication and at the
same time stabilise the whole décor of the
room. Pair it with magnificent brass side
tables to make the room look a little more
diverse and alluring. With autumn, it’s all
about adding some drama but also main-
taining a definite serenity in your house.
(The writer is from Greenlam Industries Ltd.)
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