How to use colors in decoration like an expert?

The use of colors in decoration is a delicate subject, since using too much can weigh down the décor, and not betting on a mix of tones runs the risk of making the project monochromatic and boring. The good news is that it is possible to mix colors well. the colors, choose a smart palette and create a happy and harmonious space. For Ana Weege, who presented the Living Galeria Perspectiva project at CASACOR São Paulo in 2021, "working with colors is not so simple, because the entire composition has to be in conversation." Architects Pedro de Marqui and Kika Tiengo agree with her. , who signed, respectively, the Estúdio Liberdade and Hall Abluo projects. The experts brought practical tips on the use of colors in environments that, according to Kika Tiengo, are capable of "positively surprising lovers of beige and gray". Check out some of them below!

Have a clear view of the space

It is not enough to just look at a certain room or even a specific element such as a sofa and rugs, for example. When you want to create a colorful decoration, "you always need to have a clear and general vision of the space and how it will be composed", he says. Peter of Marqui. The architect explains that colorful decoration can bring a lot of personality , but that doesn't mean it's an easy task. As a tip, he suggests experimenting with different materials that represent a certain color better than others.

Understand what you want to convey

The architect gave the issue of coziness as an example. Just because the environment is neutral doesn't necessarily mean it will be comfortable. "A very monochromatic environment in light tones can even repel people, because they don't know if they can step on the carpet, sit down... .that's why I believe that colors bring a lot of comfort." Her tip is to work with the lighting to also know how the environment will receive these colors. In addition, she also warns about the choice of tones, which ends up being more important than the color itself. Kika Tiengo exemplifies this issue well: "imagine a room with walls painted in shades of military green, brown rugs, earth tones... you can even add a navy blue sofa and the room remains sober. Now, imagine the same environment , but with a very saturated orange sofa and another light blue one - now that's extravagant."

Don't be afraid to dare

When it comes to combining colors, Kika Tiengo says she doesn't really like rules. "We learn by looking at works of art and observing nature. Imagine how boring it would be if everyone always combined the same colors? " For her, letting her intuition guide her and using it as a basis in interesting references is a good way to lose the fear of using colors.

Bet on textures

The use of different textures helps in the combination and mixing of colors, as they are capable of bringing more dynamism and even greater adherence to a certain tone . "Many times different tones of the same color look better when used in different textures or materials", says Pedro de Marqui.