Roses are red, VIOLETS are…
The colour violet sits at the end of the visible light spectrum or the rainbow as commonly known. It is bluish / purple in colour and although closer to the colour purple, it is a pure colour whereas the colour purple is a mix of reds and blues. An insight into the colour violet and […]
Indigo Nights
The history of Indigo… Indigo is a rich, deep colour sitting close to blue and violet on the colour wheel. The name Indigo is a Greek term meaning “from India”, the colour is named after the Indigo dye derived from the Indigofera plant, naturally originating in India, Asia and Africa. Indigo dye has been cultivated […]
Brilliant Blue
Insight To The Blues Elegant and simple, one of the most universally appealing colours on the spectrum, blue is a versatile highly varied colour with the ability to enhance mood and evoke a range of different emotions. Colour communications experts, Pantone, announced at the beginning of the year ‘Classic Blue’ as its Colour Of The […]
Green with Envy
Green is considered as one of the most pleasing colours on the the colour wheel. It is the colour of nature which creates a refreshing and tranquil atmosphere. What psychological effect does Green have on us? The colour green is associated with life, health, nature, money, harmony, freshness and freedom and is considered beneficial for […]
Say ‘Hello’ to Yellow
The right shade of yellow can create a statement, or be soft and relaxing. Yellow can be a vibrant, stunning choice of colour that brightens up any space. There is nothing better than the sun shining through the windows into your home – so why not add a touch of yellow to bring the sunshine […]
Let’s talk about Orange
Orange – the second colour of the rainbow and the fusion of its neighbouring colours Red and Yellow. Consider the big brands that use the colour orange to make a statement of intent ! A symbol of safety, joy, enthusiasm, energy, happiness and creativity. Think about the big brands that have chosen Orange for their […]
Seeing Red ?
When it comes to interiors, Red can be one of those colours that can be too hot to handle! However, with a little knowledge and skill there is a way of introducing it into our interiors in a way that will suit everyone ! So, when did our love affair with Red begin? History tells […]
Sizzling Summer and Cooling Sorbets
THE SIZZLING SUMMER CALLS FOR SOME COOLING SORBETS! As the temperatures continue to soar, perhaps now is the time to look at some refreshing colours taken from the wonderful colours found in cooling sorbets! GO FOR A BIG SPLASH ! If you don’t go for half measures, then you can transform an entire room […]
Emerald Opulence
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] by jtinteriorsoxford – Full Post @ https://jtinteriorsoxford.wordpress.com/2016/10/28/emerald-opulence/ We know that choosing the right colour is a pretty tricky thing to get right, and many of us lack confidence when incorporating it into our own homes and interior schemes. so have you considered going bold with colour?… Emerald green is a colour of regal elegance. It can bring both a […]