Interior design with orange tones

Fascinating world of colours: Orange

Eames Fiberglass Chairs from Vitra

In Goethe's colour wheel, "yellow-red" or "red-yellow" is used instead of orange: thus underscoring that its name only became familiar with the increasing spread of the fruit. As the warm colour of summer, the sun and oranges, orange is said to have a mood-brightening, stimulating and lusty effect. Accordingly, orange elements in the furnishing of living and working spaces radiate energy, happiness and strength and so it is little wonder that orange is known to most as the fashion colour of the 1970s and the disco era in terms of design and interior design. Lively colour accents in the form of decorative elements, blankets, pillows and other home accessories can be placed in the living room with orange. Restrained colour concepts, in which grey or blue tones dominate, are thus enlivened and have a higher contrast. For those wanting a summery and colourful interior, orange is also recommended for furniture, whereby, pastel orange tones or a subtle salmon tone are by no means flashy or intrusive. Especially summery, light and elegant looks orange in combination with white, for example, combine an orange armchair with white home textiles and reflecting silver toned elements: the relaxed retro look is perfect!

Individual colour consulting at smow

You are seeking a special colour concept for your home, would like advice on the choice of colour for a particular project, or you are looking for colour-coordinated curtains for your interior design? Our smow furnishing consultants will be happy to assist. In our smow stores you will not only find high-quality designer furniture in a wide range of colours, but also a wide variety of fabric and material samples as well as wallpapers, curtains and much more. Drop in and let yourself be inspired.