Amanda Ncube
CONTRAST is an essential principle as far as home décor is concerned. It refers to the difference in the colour of objects that distinguishes them from one another.
When correctly done, contrasting elements can make your home look beautiful and live. Here are some tips on how to achieve contrast in your home.
In interior design, contrast can be achieved by three elements namely colour, form and space. Colour can make or destroy your home . . . each and every colour depicts something from atmosphere to mood to personalities of homeowners. Hence, it is important to select colours wisely and make sure that they complement each other, creating a flow and unity in the room.
Make an object stand out by using two opposite colours to achieve contrast. For example, in your living room you can have a black leather couch and white pillows. Imagine white pillows draped with cushions in contrasting shades of navy blue! Exquisite.
Make sure you use colours that you love in order to make your home a beautiful and relaxing sanctuary that your guests will envy.
Contrast can also be achieved by combining two or more forms. Form can be created by combining two or more shapes and can be accentuated with the assistance of other elements such as texture or colour. For example one can combine a circular mirror and a rectangular sofa to balance and distribute the attention between both the items. A round coffee table with a rectangular sofa in the sitting room can make a huge difference as it helps achieve contrast.
You can have a bathroom that features visual texture through the use of contrasting countertop and cabinet. In addition, the accent decor and plants add a natural element creating a sense of harmony. Every feature of the space should transition together complementing each other as a pleasing and consistent whole.
One can also achieve contrast in a living space by dividing the available space efficiently into usable positive (used space) and negative spaces (unused space).
Space is one of the most essential elements of interior design. It acts as a foundation on which the entire interior design plan is built. Hence, it is important that homeowners are well aware of the space available, its dimensions and its utilities.
Space also determines where to place different furniture in your room. For example, if you have a big space you can purchase furniture that is best suited for that space.