Designing with Colour in Canada

Using Colour in Home Décor Like a Pro

Are you looking to incorporate coloured furniture into your design? Finding the best way to add a pop of colour to your home can feel like a challenge. After all, we’ve all seen examples of spaces that have gone too far when it comes to colour—they appear gaudy and overdone. So, how do you avoid going off the deep end? At Mobler Furniture, our team is glad to give you tips for using colour in your home décor like a professional. Soon enough, your Canada home will be comfortable, stylish, and reflective of your personal flair.

Choose a Singular Colourful Piece

Our first advice for designing with colour is to choose a single colourful piece you love. This might be a red sofa, a bright blue accent chair, or a purple throw pillow. Once you’ve chosen your piece and its position in the room, select other furnishings keeping to more neutral tones. We recommend grey, beige, white, or even black. Using this method, you can add a splash of colour to your space without creating a cluttered style.

Pick an Accent Colour

If you’d like to have more colourful furnishings than just one, we suggest choosing an accent colour. By using just one hue, you can avoid the messy look that comes with too much colour. You might opt for furniture all in shades of violet, or you might paint an accent wall in your favourite shade of blue. Incorporate your accent colour subtly in the following pieces:

• Accent chairs
• Chaise lounges
• Stools
• Throw pillows
• Artwork
• Rugs
• Curtains
• Ottomans
• Desktop décor

Make Colour Your Focal Point

Turn your pop of colour into the main design element in your space. Along with choosing something colourful, you might want to pick a piece that also has an interesting texture or pattern. Place your furniture in the center of your room and design around it. This will allow for a cohesive design that’s easy on the eyes. While a central placement is the most straightforward design choice, you can certainly put your focal point in a more unexpected position—corners and along walls can also work!

Lay a Bright-Coloured Rug

Maybe you’ve found a neutral-toned sofa that you love in Mobler Furniture’s inventory, but you still want to add a colourful element. We recommend seeking out a bright, patterned rug to add some life to your design. Make the rug your focal point by choosing something that stands out among earth tones and greys. Not only is a rug an excellent design element, but it also keeps the underlying floor in better condition.

Add Flowers and Other Accessories

You can’t go wrong adding some extra décor and accessories! If you’d prefer a neutral-coloured loveseat or chaise, you can always add some flair with artwork and other pops of colour. And the best news is that these accessories can take nearly any shape you’d like! Whatever you have on hand or find in-store that fits your aesthetic can be incorporated into the design. Consider adding the following types of accessories in your favourite accent colour:

• Vases
• Flowers
• Books
• Lamps
• Pillows
• Throw blankets
• House plants
• Wall art
• Ornate mirrors

Don’t Go Overboard!

When it comes to choosing coloured furniture, there are no hard and fast rules. However, if we were to pick just one thing to remember, it’s this—don’t go overboard! Colour is an excellent way to add life to any space, but too much colour and lots of variety can quickly make your space look crowded and incohesive. The team at Mobler Furniture can help you choose just a few colourful pieces to add some flair without turning your space into a tacky mess. Check out our range of stunning sofas, accent chairs, and accessories.

Stop by Our Showroom Today

Whenever you need some help finding the perfect furnishings, Mobler Furniture is here for you. Our team is made up of experienced interior design professionals, and we’d be happy to point you to some of our favourite pieces in our inventory. At our store, you’ll find everything from brightly-coloured sofas to neutral-toned tables and chairs. Whatever your aesthetic, we have something to complete your space. Contact us today to learn more.