Color Inspiration - ROYGBIV Style

Are you tired of gray? Get ready to be inspired by these spaces that embrace every color of the rainbow.

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January 22, 2019

By: Lauren Fansler

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Red Grasscloth Wall Covering

An excellent way to keep a deep, rich look without sacrificing light is to choose saturated shades of red then tone them down with an organic texture and a light accent color. Here, the cranberry grasscloth walls infuse the room with much-needed color, keeping it bright with an all-natural appeal. Alternatively, the cool, blue-gray accents add contrast.

Red and White Modern Breakfast Nook

A bright, cherry red backsplash and matching chairs adds a pop of color to this modern white kitchen nook. A clean glass table with a metal base adds to the modern theme.

From: Kimberlee Gorsline

Contemporary Sitting Room with Red Accents

A traditional design is juxtaposed by bright contemporary colors in this sitting room. Bright red accents and pops of character are layered on top of neutral furniture to really make them stand out.

From: Mary Anne Smiley

Modern Red Sideboard

A cherry red sideboard makes a bold statement and adds a burst of color to a neutral wall. Matted photography and a silver table lamp serve as simple, cohesive decor.

Red Modern Kitchen Cabinets

This small galley kitchen gets a modern industrial look from stainless steel appliances, a blackened steel bar counter and sleek red cabinets. Roughly-hewn Siberian oak flooring recalls the industrial origins of the building.

From: Eisner Design

Red Wood-Burning Stove

This red wood-burning stove is a charming detail in this home's living room. Patterned tiles make a lovely floor underneath it.

From: Taryn Emerson Interiors

Red Wall With White Artwork

The large white artwork gets a bold red frame of the living room wall. Combined with the orange sectional and purple dining chairs, it's a wild and wonderful homage to color.

From: Loczi Design

Modern Red Bathroom With Freestanding Tub

The bold red wall in this modern bathroom features a lacquer finish, giving the crisp space an understated shine. A large horizontal window illuminates the sleek freestanding tub, which adds a sense of luxury to the space.

Bold Red Traditional Living Room

Classic blue-and-white armchairs combine with a bright blue chaise and additional traditional furnishings for a comfortable living room. Globe lanterns illuminate the space, while a white fireplace and built-in bookshelves pop off the textured red wallpaper.

From: Massucco Warner Miller Interior Design

Antique Red Sideboard and Vintage Sign

Using the bold red accents of the hand-painted storefront sign as inspiration, homeowner Esther Lippman had her antique sideboard updated from a dark, dingy brown wood stain to a bold shade of cherry red.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Orange Contemporary Kitchen

The orange Bertazzoni range is certainly the focal point of this kitchen, balanced by the warmth of the walnut end grain island countertop and honed marble countertops. A mix of transitional and modern elements, pendant lights bring a slightly industrial but ethereal feel to the room.

From: Benedict August

Midcentury Bar and Lounge With Orange Banquette

A slim railing visually separates this midcentury bar and lounge while maintaining an overall open look. The orange banquette is a fun pop of color.

From: Rebecca Zajac

Bold Orange Guest Room

Bright pops of orange bring fun energy to the oceanfront guest room. An orange and white chevron rug grounds the space and complements the orange and white bedding. Nestled in one corner, an office nook is painted orange to match the color scheme, and full-length windows offer wonderful views of Vero Beach.

From: Premier Estate Properties, Inc.

Orange and White Homework Room

A large desk makes it easy for two kids to do homework or crafts in this classic, organized space. A pop of orange in the chairs, sconces and roman window shade add a fun touch to the white space.

From: Annsley Interiors

Twin Orange Midcentury Armchairs

A pair of orange, midcentury armchairs give cozy meaning to what could be an overlooked bit of wall. Whimsy comes from an oversized painting of a dog.

From: Faith Blakeney

Orange Transitional Bedroom With Plaid Bedding

This tasteful bedroom was designed for a 12-year-old boy. It incorporates his love of animals and sports and is sophisticated enough to grow with him into his teen years and beyond. The slight woodsy feel of the space meshes well with the home's proximity to a nature reserve.

From: McCroskey Interiors

Cozy Reading Nook With Orange Tufted Wallcovering

Bold blue built-ins are complemented by a bright orange tufted backing. The cozy bench with Greek key detail is paired with vibrantly colored pillows. Simple gold sconces light the nook.

From: Massucco Warner Miller Interior Design

Orange Artwork Adorns Bar Cart

Bright orange abstract art adds a lively punch to this bar station. The gold frame matches the fully stocked bar cart.

From: Brooke Henton

Orange Accents in Girl's Bedroom

The plush armchair in hot pink and tangerine offers a comfy to sit and read in this fun and colorful girl's bedroom. Sticking with the color theme, the ceiling is painted in pink and orange as well as the doors to enter the room.

From: Kress Jack

Orange Sectional in Montana Retreat

The HGTV Dream Home 2019 great room has an outstanding view and the interiors compliment the exteriors with a color palette that can be seen in the surronding landscape. The orange sectional is a standout piece that brings added color to this mountain retreat.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Nursery With Yellow Accent Chair

Live Loud Girl accented this nursery with a bright yellow chair, bringing a pop of sunshine into this space.

Kitchen With Standout Yellow Pendant Lights

Stark white Shaker cabinets allow the navy blue ceramic tile wall to take center stage. Sunny yellow pendant lights add some retro flair to the breakfast bar area and compliment the deep blue tile.

From: Will Adams

Contemporary Kids' Room With Sunny Yellow Accents

Bright yellow birds take flight in this kids' room, instantly making the space feel fun and cheerful. Bunk beds free up the floor and allow the little ones to play without a care in the world.

From: Nastasi Vail Design

Country Kitchen With Yellow Door

This lovely kitchen features charming farmhouse-style details like the sink and sweet half door. Cheery yellow in just the right places is a sprinkling of sunshine.

From: Ann Lowengart

Reading Nook With Bright Yellow Pouf

Kids rooms are the perfect place to have a little fun. A hanging chair is paired with a bright yellow Moroccan pouf for this cozy reading nook. Bookshelves are hung low so kids can easy access their favorite reads.

From: Stefani Stein

Hello Yellow - Child-Friendly Bathroom

Say hello to yellow - Look how bright and cheerful this family bathroom a child-friendly aesthetic with a fun colorful wall. The vibrant hue of yellow anchors the vintage white subway tile in the shower.

From: Breeze Giannasio

Cheery Yellow Front Door

A bright yellow front door invites you into this contemporary home. The bold entrance is quite eye-catching.

From: Alison Damonte

Midcentury Living Room With Bright Yellow Curtains

Blissfully unafraid of color, this bachelor pad living room sings out with energy and life thanks to lemon yellow curtains (that reach floor to ceiling, no less), sky blue armchairs and a zippy black-and-white rug.

From: Sarah Wittenbraker

Sunny Yellow Foyer With Antique Finished Console

A bright yellow lamp coordinates with the sunny wallpaper in this cheery foyer. A mirrored console table counterbalances the bold yellow hue with its dark antique finish.

From: Chango and Co.

Bedroom With Sunny Yellow Dresser

Sunglasses make cheeky mirror frames in this boy's bedroom where a sunny yellow dresser is a bright companion. Fabric bins in graphic black and white hide toys and laundry with crisp panache.

From: J&J Design Group

Emerald Green Desk in Home Office

The contemporary home office serves as a bright and bold jewel box at the front of the home where the entire family can gather and let the creative juices flow. A coffered ceiling nods to traditional style, while the oversized geometric light fixture adds a modern touch.

From: Marie Flanigan Interiors

Bold Green Living Room

The glossy sheen of this bold living's room green walls and orange stools is a tribute to a lacquered look. Furnishings and fabric are durable to be pet and kid friendly.

From: Ann Lowengart

Two-Toned Green Traditional Bedroom

Shades of green create a soothing, natural vibe in this elegant bedroom. French doors lead out to a picturesque outdoor space.

From: Ann Lowengart

Midcentury Modern Dining Room Accented With Velvet Green Chairs

This elegant, Midcentury Modern dining room flawlessly blends textures, patterns and materials to create a perfect execution of the Midcentury style. The clean lines of the modern table, buffet and chairs are softened by the green velour fabric that covers the dining chairs, while the roughness of the wicker rope rug and planter adds texture to the space. These elements combine to give this space an elegant, Midcentury Modern look.

From: Kenna Stout

Green Tropical Nursery With Leafy Wallpaper

For a home that was being leased instead of owned, the designer had to make style choices that wouldn't be permanent. This nursery's removable leafy green wallpaper was one genius—and so fun—solution.

From: Bri Moysa

Green Traditional Dining Room With Floral Wallpaper

The floral wallpaper in this formal dining room is gorgeous, a design from Gracie Studio that was inspired by the homeowners' wedding china. But were it to cover the entire wall, it might be overwhelming, so designers kept it to the room's upper half and used crisp, white wainscoting on the bottom.

From: Marie Flanigan Interiors

Striking Kelly Green Bathroom

This gorgeous green-and-white bathroom features two mirrors and a double vanity to make it easy for a pair of people to prepare for their day. Farmhouse-style fixtures light up the space, while a blue-and-white throw rug provides a bright contrast to the kelly green cabinets and accents.

From: Judith Balis

Entry Features Chartreuse Buffet

A bright, chartreuse buffet and colorful area rug liven up the entryway. A pair of matching black and gold lamps add sleek style and contrast to the space.

From: Sarah Wittenbraker

Sage Green Country Kitchen

Pale sage green cabinets make a statement in this all white country kitchen. Updated fixtures in polished nickel and classic styles pay tribute to traditional farmhouse features.

From: Kelly and Co. Design

Green Bathroom With Graphic Wallpaper

For this fresh-feeling bathroom, it's easy to be green! Graphic illustrations decorate the wallpaper. An arched window with lattice work brings in a hint of cottage charm.

From: Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc.

Astronaut Boy Room With Blue Accent Wall

The Astronaut Themed big boy room for the homeowners' four year old son has a vibrant navy wall on one side that gives the space a "dipped" look, while the astronaut bed linens really bring the theme to life. And shelves add plenty of display space.

From: Kerra Michele Huerta

Blue Banquette in Cottage Breakfast Nook

A distressed iron base pairs with a rustic wood top for a chic farmhouse-style dining table. The blue banquette with a leather cushion and Windsor chairs surround the table for comfortable seating the whole family can enjoy.

From: Kristina Crestin

Pool House Kitchen With Blue Cabinets

This amazing blue kitchen makes its delicate toile wallpaper feel anything but with a pairing of electric blue cabinets and refrigerator. Stainless steel appliances add a further layer of sheen.

From: Sarah Wittenbraker

Home Office in Bold Cobalt Blue

“Painting ceilings and trim in saturated blues or grays elevates the chic factor in any room,” says designer Sarah Wittenbraker. “When making the leap to go bold with wallpaper, don’t let the statement stop with the walls. I like to pull a deep hue from the wallpaper to paint the ceiling, trim and any cabinetry to heighten the drama." These built-in desks went from purely functional to fabulous with high-gloss cobalt blue paint.

From: Sarah Wittenbraker

Bright Blue & White Farmhouse Kitchen

White walls, cabinetry and countertops capture the bright, natural light of the room making this sunny kitchen the perfect complement to a farmhouse home. A blue island brings in a comforting color accent and creates an attractive backdrop behind natural wood bar stools.

From: CLOTH & KIND

Light & Dark Blue Accent This Contemporary Kitchen

Navy blue and light blue combine to create a striking hue in this contemporary kitchen.

From: Jessica McClendon

Blue Accents This White Kitchen

Shades of blue wash this living room in sophisticated calm. The solid sofa becomes a neutral foundation for the rug's graphic pattern and splashy artwork on the wall.

From: Alexis Manfer

Guest Bath Features Teal, Fish Scale Backsplash

Down the hall, a small teal and white bathroom gives guests their own space to freshen up. Where white walls and a chrome sink make the space feel clean, a fish scale backsplash adds beautiful visual interest.

From: Lauren Rubin Architecture

Bold Blue Bathroom Vanity

The natural light that pours into this bathroom makes the space bright and inviting, while the bright colors on the walls and the vanity make the space pop. The bright blue vanity mirrors the blue seen in the bumblebee wallpaper and curtains.

From: Sarah Wittenbraker

Crisp White Kitchen Features Blue Accent Barstools

The white walls and ceiling keep this kitchen bright and open, while exposed beams add texture and provide a break in the stark coloring. Blue barstools pop against the white island countertop and cabinets. Black perimeter countertops provide natural separation in the room.

From: Brooke Wagner

Chic Dining Room With Matching Indigo Chairs & Pendant Light

A large wicker pendant light hangs above a white round dining room table, flanked by bamboo silver chairs cushioned in purple-blue velvet. An arrangement of violets is in the middle of the table, which is anchored by a white fur rug.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Indigo Hued Sitting Room

A hot pink rug, multi-colored striped coffee table and vibrant throw pillows immediately grab the eye against the blue walls and navy sofa in this sitting room. Natural light from the french doors catches the mix of colors and bounces off the reflective finish of the table lamps.

From: CLOTH & KIND

Vibrant Indigo Dresser

A bright indigo dresser with silver hardware is accented with geometric-patterned wallpaper. A silver metal lamp on the dresser adds shine and texture and echoes the silver hardware.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Floral Sofa in Indigo Living Room

This contemporary living room makes a statement with indigo walls and a floral patterned sofa. The wide plank hardwood floor and sleek coffee table let the dramatic prints and rich colors take center stage.

Indigo Wall Helps Chrome Canopy Bed Stand Out

A chrome canopy bed and mirrored dresser reflect the textures of this eclectic master bedroom. A white shag rug softens the hardwood floors, while track lighting illuminates the exposed brick wall and ductwork. Faux-fur bedding and a tufted white bench add an element of glam to the space.

From: S&K Interiors

Indigo Study With Yellow Ottomans

Indigo walls help this long, narrow study feel friendly and cozy instead of stifling. Bright yellow ottomans bring in a dose of sunshine.

From: Tobi Fairley

Glam Bookshelf in Indigo-Hued Home Office

A contemporary white bookshelf with gold accents lends a glamorous feel to this contemporary home office. Above the bookshelf, artwork boasts shades of blue and purple that contrast the room's mulberry purple walls.

From: Justin DiPiero

Natural Wall Covering Allows Indigo Accents to Pop in Guest Room

In the second guest bedroom, a beautiful, natural wall covering adds a sense of style and comfort that plays against the cool tones and neutral hues throughout the space.

From: Guimar Urbina Interiors

Contemporary Master Bedroom With Gray, Purple and Indigo Artwork

The moody hues of this master bedroom perfectly offset the sweeping artwork that fills the wall above the bed. A lilac-dyed parchment writing desk is another elegant complement.

From: Laura U Design Collective

Indigo Art Deco Bedroom

Rich jewel tones wash this bedroom in luxury, punctuated by vintage Art Deco posters and metallic accents.

From: Allison Lind

Canopy Bed With Violet Accents

Pink and purple looks chic and sophisticated layered on this contemporary canopy bed. Bubble glass table lamps lend an airy touch.

From: reThink Interiors

Built-In Shelves Backed With Violet Accent

A pop of purple from the interior of these built-in shelves makes a basic white bookshelf so stylish.

From: Butter Lutz Interiors

Serene Bathroom With Violet Clawfoot Tub

This violet-hues traditional bathroom features mirrors with beveled edges, a dual vanity with white cabinets, and a striking purple clawfoot tub.

From: Amanda Reid

Soft and Relaxing Violet-Hued Bedroom

An upholstered full-size bed in sky blue surrounded by violet walls are the cooler tones with touches of black and white used for this soft and soothing terrace bedroom. A hand hooked, 100 percent wool graphic blue and light gray area rug under the bed anchors the sleeping area and adds pattern.

From: Tiffany Brooks

Violet and Gray Girl's Bedroom

This girl's bedroom feels delightfully whimsical, but not at all childish, with printed bird wallpaper and a so-pretty violet rug. The daybed doubles as a sofa when friends are over.

From: Butter Lutz Interiors

Peaceful Violet Bedroom

A modern dresser with clean lines does double duty as a nightstand, offering easy-access bedside storage. A traditional style desk lamp on top has an adjustable body with a matte black finish, antique brass accent and metal matte black shade.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Contemporary Living Room With Violet Chairs

Violet, gold, yellow and blue pair with rich velvet, metallic shine and lacquered high gloss to create a living room design that's as visually compelling as it is luxurious. A sunken niche in the center of the coffee table makes a clever wet bar.

From: Tobi Fairley

Dreamy Violet Girl's Bedroom

Whimsical Hygge & West wallpaper sets the scene for this serene girly bedroom. Different shades of lilac and purple are used throughout the space to create a cohesive design without being matchy-matchy. The classic Jenny Lind twin bed is dressed in a variety of patterns and a canopy overhead adds a coziness to the space.

From: Lucie Ayres

Violet Cottage Bedroom With Floral Headboard

Simple, crisp accents—the black-and-white lamps, the graphic accent pillow—temper the daintiness of this bedroom's violet walls, floral headboard and chandelier, making a space that's pretty, not precious.

From: Jackson Paige Interiors

Violet Floral Wallpaper Paired With Emerald Sofa

Velvets, edgy floral wallpaper and jewel-toned glass are trends in stunning supply in this bedroom by Catherine M. Austin Interior Design.

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Color Inspiration - ROYGBIV Style

Related To:

Red Grasscloth Wall Covering

Red and White Modern Breakfast Nook

Contemporary Sitting Room with Red Accents

Modern Red Sideboard

Red Modern Kitchen Cabinets

Red Wood-Burning Stove

Red Wall With White Artwork

Modern Red Bathroom With Freestanding Tub

Bold Red Traditional Living Room

Antique Red Sideboard and Vintage Sign

Orange Contemporary Kitchen

Midcentury Bar and Lounge With Orange Banquette

Bold Orange Guest Room

Orange and White Homework Room

Twin Orange Midcentury Armchairs

Orange Transitional Bedroom With Plaid Bedding

Cozy Reading Nook With Orange Tufted Wallcovering

Orange Artwork Adorns Bar Cart

Orange Accents in Girl's Bedroom

Orange Sectional in Montana Retreat

Nursery With Yellow Accent Chair

Kitchen With Standout Yellow Pendant Lights

Contemporary Kids' Room With Sunny Yellow Accents

Country Kitchen With Yellow Door

Reading Nook With Bright Yellow Pouf

Hello Yellow - Child-Friendly Bathroom

Cheery Yellow Front Door

Midcentury Living Room With Bright Yellow Curtains

Sunny Yellow Foyer With Antique Finished Console

Bedroom With Sunny Yellow Dresser

Emerald Green Desk in Home Office

Bold Green Living Room

Two-Toned Green Traditional Bedroom

Midcentury Modern Dining Room Accented With Velvet Green Chairs

Green Tropical Nursery With Leafy Wallpaper

Green Traditional Dining Room With Floral Wallpaper

Striking Kelly Green Bathroom

Entry Features Chartreuse Buffet

Sage Green Country Kitchen

Green Bathroom With Graphic Wallpaper

Astronaut Boy Room With Blue Accent Wall

Blue Banquette in Cottage Breakfast Nook

Pool House Kitchen With Blue Cabinets

Home Office in Bold Cobalt Blue

Bright Blue & White Farmhouse Kitchen

Light & Dark Blue Accent This Contemporary Kitchen

Blue Accents This White Kitchen

Guest Bath Features Teal, Fish Scale Backsplash

Bold Blue Bathroom Vanity

Crisp White Kitchen Features Blue Accent Barstools

Chic Dining Room With Matching Indigo Chairs & Pendant Light

Indigo Hued Sitting Room

Vibrant Indigo Dresser

Floral Sofa in Indigo Living Room

Indigo Wall Helps Chrome Canopy Bed Stand Out

Indigo Study With Yellow Ottomans

Glam Bookshelf in Indigo-Hued Home Office

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Contemporary Master Bedroom With Gray, Purple and Indigo Artwork

Indigo Art Deco Bedroom

Canopy Bed With Violet Accents

Built-In Shelves Backed With Violet Accent

Serene Bathroom With Violet Clawfoot Tub

Soft and Relaxing Violet-Hued Bedroom

Violet and Gray Girl's Bedroom

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Contemporary Living Room With Violet Chairs

Dreamy Violet Girl's Bedroom

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