Red color in the interior

The choice of colors for wallpaper, ceiling and floor coverings is of particular importance. It determines the mood and future design of the room. Before choosing the material and method of surface cladding, you need to decide on the color. It is necessary to choose a range that suits the design you like, the layout of the room and the psychological mood of the owner. Today we are considering red in the interior, its influence on humans, design, the perception of the atmosphere and the laws of use. Let’s get started!

The red color in the interior looks stylish and at the same time ambiguous

Psychology of color

Red has a very strong energy. According to Vedic beliefs, he is the patron saint of the first chakra of Manipura. She is the root of life, is responsible for the physical and emotional state of a person, his health, the ability to survive in any situations and rehabilitate himself from shocks. This chakra is the foundation of human life. Hence, the color that is her patron is strong.

The red-on-white technique is used to create a calm atmosphere with bright accents.

The reverse technique “white on red” allows you to create a harmonious environment, because white is able to balance any interior

In modern psychology, it is believed that red is able to strongly influence the human psyche. He’s exciting. This means that it enhances a person’s emotions and feelings that he experiences at the time of being in such an environment. It can cause strong emotional arousal, both positive and negative. Depending on the current mood, it can cause anger, irritation, joy, excitement. It is worth noting that the feelings evoked will be quite strong..

This color has been proven to have healing powers. For this reason, traditional medicine advises to wear appropriate clothing during illness. This is believed to help a speedy recovery..

You can make the interior varied by painting one of the walls red.

You are introduced to the symbol of life. It has the property of strongly affecting the human psyche, so you need to be careful when bringing the red interior to life..

Features of use in the interior

Red belongs to the spectrum of warm tones. Hence, it conveys these properties to the design. Depending on which shade you choose, you will get the appropriate result.

The light ones will add space and freshness to the atmosphere. This option is also suitable for a small room. Delicate tones are more used for a nursery or bedroom..

For a nursery, it is better to take light blue as the dominant color, and add a few accents with red, emphasizing the sophistication and respectability of the environment.

But in general, this color is rarely used for small rooms, since very bright and dark shades make the room visually smaller..

Ruby helps to focus and concentrate, therefore it is advised to use it in the office. But do not use it in abundance, as it is quite difficult for the visual perception and can cause fatigue. Remember the rational use of color and harmony.

Open bookshelves look chic against a red backdrop

Being warm, it can induce appetite and has a beneficial effect on digestion. This makes him a frequent guest in the kitchen..

In general, it is bright and dangerous, capable of giving bright notes, but if used incorrectly, make the room gloomy and difficult to perceive..

We study the whole spectrum

Now we can move on to a detailed analysis of different shades and their use in the interior..

Let’s start with the traditional one. Bright and rich, it has taken root perfectly in modern trends. Minimalism, hi-tech, loft are very fond of him. Despite their tendency to simplify everything, they accept bright accents, the main thing is that they correspond to the laws of style. Most often, one wall is painted red or features of this color, such as textiles or decorations..

Such original shelves are suitable for both minimalism and loft

Bordeaux will also help you create interiors in this spirit, being part of the main spectrum. This tone represents calmness, as it is deep and rich. Its only drawback is that it is difficult to combine. A pair of burgundy can be white, beige, gray.

Pink is not often found in modern interiors, being considered infantile and difficult to combine. But it is suitable for creating a nursery. And also gets along well with Provence and country.

Crimson, along with the traditional, is found in the classics, baroque, and other historical directions. This is the color of kings and noblemen. Together with brocade, velvet and other expensive heavy fabrics, you will be able to create a chic classic design..

Scarlet is suitable for impulsive and dreamy people. It is best used in the living room and relaxation room. But remember that it can tire, and don’t overdo it..

These scarlet chairs came in handy with the white facades of the kitchen set.

When choosing a color scheme, we suggest taking into account the summary table of the use of the main spectrum.

Shade	Room	Most suitable style
Classical	Kitchen, hall	Hi-tech, modernism
Terracotta, red-brown	Living room, bedroom	Loft
Pink	Children	Any design suitable for a nursery (Provence is often used)
Scarlet, fiery	Bedroom, living room	Minimalism, art deco
Bordeaux	Hall, kitchen	Baroque, historical motives
Cherry	Kitchen, bathroom	Classic, hi-tech

A cherry hue will add solidity and solemnity to the design of the room.

Further, we propose to analyze in detail the methods and scope of these and other not so common shades..

What style is it suitable for

Used in many ways, both recent and historical. The choice depends on the available range. After all, each tone creates a corresponding mood. Your attention to the most popular and suitable styles for using red in the interior.

Classic

The classics are distinguished by calmness and smoothness of lines. However, burgundy and cherry are often used here. The latter is an especially frequent guest. characterized by its special depth, it can create a calm environment. Also here we will meet Bordeaux. This proud and graceful tone has long been a classic, with the ability to create a sophisticated atmosphere.

In a classic interior, red is combined with olive, golden and emerald colors.

Different shades in the classics are realized mainly in textiles. Thick maroon curtains, a tablecloth on the table with matching patterns, a carpet with an ornament of this color. These details will well emphasize the classic style in the interior..

Renaissance

Historical motives are gaining momentum more and more, transforming into modern design. The most common are the Renaissance and ancient Greek movements. If the second is distinguished by calmness and the predominance of light cold notes, then the first is an eternal holiday and luxury. You can’t do without a fiery mood here.

The sophistication of wood furniture and the restraint of red walls

The most popular is the red and gold color of the decor in the interior. This is the calling card of the style. It is also realized mainly in large details, such as carpets, curtains, sofa upholstery, pillowcases, etc..

The greatest application of the direction is found in the design projects of the bedroom, living room and hall. In other parts of the apartment, it may be less pronounced..

Minimalism

Red is a common color in minimalist interiors. Due to its strict orientation, there is already a complete coloring of surfaces in this way. Light and bright colors are more acceptable here. Scarlet, purple, traditional, fiery – they are all welcome.

Red bedroom in the style of minimalism

Modern trends offer an interesting technique – painting one wall. He can meet in any of the rooms. Thus, you will be able to highlight one of the functional areas, put a bright accent and visually increase the space..

Loft

Another current trend that accepts the proposed color. However, it is more restrained, and likes dark moods. Therefore, for a loft, choose shades close to brown..

This trend, like many current trends, is characterized by the features of minimalism. Here you will not see many small details or murals. Monochromatic wall coverings, urban motifs and rough features are the features of the loft. Therefore, the colors must be matched.

In a loft, a combination of red, gray, white and black in various proportions is appropriate.

They can be realized in wall or (less often) ceiling coverings, furniture and textiles. Remember, a loft loves rough, minimalist and darker touches..

Provence and country

These two directions are very similar. Only Provence is distinguished by greater tenderness, softness and tranquility. One of the details that unites them is the red scale. The whole spectrum has taken root here, only it is realized in different details..

In country, there is always a tree that is successfully combined with all shades of red.

Since these are ecological currents, we will see an abundance of wood in every project. Mahogany looks great in the design of the living room. Also, the appropriate color will help to support various little things..

Both styles place great emphasis on textiles. It is found in abundance in the kitchen and living room and plays an important role. The predominant tones of both styles are calm, therefore the considered one realizes itself in detail, in textiles it also manifests itself partially, combined with the main.

In which room to settle

Red in the interior is quite difficult to implement. However, it is suitable for any room, in each case individually embodied in different details. We offer an overview of the zones where this option would be most appropriate, and also tell you how and in what moments it can be applied..

Any shade of red is impossible not to notice, even if it is in the interior only as one detail.

Kitchen

Much depends on the style that you have chosen to decorate this space. It determines the color of many surfaces. But the functionality of the room is also of great importance. Agree, the pink kitchen looks a little ridiculous. But burgundy, cherry, terracotta and purple are widely used in the kitchen space, and have proven themselves well..

Warm atmosphere in the kitchen with the dominance of red, the combination of which with green tones was invented by nature itself

Belonging to a warm range, it stimulates the appetite. For this reason, he is an excellent guest for the kitchen. If you want to add cold notes, and not too much heat up the appetite, choose purple, as it contains an admixture of blue.

The most suitable use for this spectrum is the color of the kitchen set, the apron (i.e. the work area) and the furniture upholstery..

Bathroom

It is not superfluous to introduce a little bright notes into a room where there are no windows. For this purpose, choose mainly light colors. Bordeaux is also found, but for its use, the bathroom must be large..

Red and beige bathroom interior

For this room, the technique of highlighting one bright wall is perfect. You can also find the embodiment of the proposed idea in furniture and plumbing, picking up a bathroom bowl, cabinets and cabinets using one of the shades.

In the market you will find many patterns of tiles with red splashes. It can be used for flooring or wall cladding. It is advisable to leave the ceiling light neutral.

Living room

The spectrum is not limited here. Pick up any shade you like, and boldly bring it to life. In this case, the chosen style, own preferences and dimensions of the room play a decisive role. Pay attention to the height of the ceiling, the configuration of the room and the amount of sunlight entering through the windows.

The living room interior will be more dynamic if you use smooth transitions from shades of red. For example, you can add patterned furniture

Here you can paint the wall completely in one of the elements of the basic range. A darker and more relaxed tone is best, as the abundance of bright and juicy notes can tire, cause discomfort and even aggression. In general, for the living room, this color will bring a positive mood and freshness..

Bedroom

In this case, you need to remember that the abundance of flashy colors in the bedroom is unacceptable. But small blotches of bright details will only benefit..

In the bedroom, red is suitable for highlighting the accent wall behind the head of the bed.

Red is a symbol of love and passion. It can arouse an intimate atmosphere and arouse intimacy. For this reason, it is used to decorate the sleeping area. Bed linen, pillows, paintings on the wall above the bed – all of this can be used.

As a complement, create a red LED spotlight that turns on separately from the general light. This will help create a passionate mood and promote relaxation, which is very important in the bedroom..

In what details to implement

We partially touched upon the topic of the implementation of the proposed spectrum in the elements of different zones of the apartment. We invite you to find out more details, and summarize the existing knowledge.

A good spot for red can be found almost everywhere.

Floor, ceiling, walls

Wood and tiles are used for the flooring. With both options, it is possible to create a red interior. Only in the first case it will be darker, especially if you use natural wood. In the second case, you have a wide selection of paints. The most popular is ceramic tiles. Choosing this option, you can independently choose any color. It is worth noting that granite and marble are somewhat limited in this regard, as they are natural minerals with their own unique color..

To add coziness and warmth to the atmosphere of the dining room, it is enough to lay a carpet with patterns

For walls, you will find many options. In the assortment of today’s masters, paint is widely used as a coating. You can paint the walls with a solid color, as well as make any drawing using brushes, stencils or a spray can of paint. Wallpaper also offers many options. You can choose a plain wallpaper and combine them with each other; choose models with patterns or wallpaper. Everything is decided by your imagination.

Red wallpaper in the bedroom

It is rarely used for the ceiling. In this case, he will visually make the room smaller, and can also negatively affect the mental state of a person. However, there are design options with the use of a burgundy ceiling or dark blotches. To do this, it is better to choose a PVC film, that is, to perform cladding using the “stretch ceiling” technique.

Textiles and decorations

Textiles are the most favorable area for sale. In the bedroom, color is realized in curtains, upholstery and bedding. This is a great option. Scarlet curtains will add freshness and spaciousness, if you choose darker ones – comfort.

In the bedroom you can find the realization in bed linen, in the kitchen – a tablecloth, kitchen towels and napkins.

A couple of small splashes of red added harmony to the gray-turquoise interior of the living room.

As decorations, we mean paintings, figurines, photo frames and any manifestation of handmade jewelry. They can be interspersed with fiery blotches. This is a good opportunity to highlight them and attract attention..

The most successful combinations

We examined the use of red in the interior in different guises. Now let’s determine what he is friends with. To begin with, it should be said that it combines well with both warm and cold spectrum..

The combination with pastel colors will provide a delicate and calm design. This option works well for bedrooms and kitchens. For this combination, choose a quieter note. However, if you want to see a play of contrasts, fire and beige look great..

The combination of red and beige creates a soft and calm interior, where red adds dynamics to keep things from getting bored.

Gray will also make a great pair. It will calm the stormy fiery one, make it more dull and noble. The combination with black will be a real expression of passion and extreme contrast. This option is suitable for a kitchen set..

Gold will give a sense of luxury and celebration. This combination is often found in the Renaissance and Provence bathroom. Suitable for a living room with a historical bias design. But try to remember about harmony so as not to get an overabundance of the holiday..

To neutralize the cold blue and heat red, use a common white background.

From cold, blue and green will be a good pair. Combine shades and you will get a truly original and unique design.

To summarize, let’s say that red can be used everywhere in the interior. However, you need to be careful, remembering the rules and tips outlined above, not to overdo it with bright colors..