Color blocking has come a long way from art via catwalks to our interiors. What is it and how to apply it?
Mix of colors creates energetic styling
What is color blocking?
Color block ing as a trend has its origins in Mondrian's neoplasticism. Created in the early 20th century, the technique is based on the use of simple geometric divisions and strong colors. The technique then hit the runways of fashion shows in 1965 - in the famous "Mondrian Collection" by Yves Saint Laurent. The trend, in which one color is juxtaposed on a blocking basis with another contrasting color, has proven to have lasting appeal. Color blocking in interiors means combining colors on the basis of opposites. To pair two colors together, we look for shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. This gives us new and intriguing combinations, such as pink and green, yellow and navy blue, red and blue. To create bolder arrangements, we can adopt the principle of an equilateral triangle and choose three colors located on its vertices of the figure "superimposed" on the color wheel.
Pink and navy blue create an interesting arrangement
Advantages of color blocking
Color blocking allows us to achieve completely new, unprecedented arrangements and unobvious compositions. An interior filled with contrasting colors gains a modern, individual character. This is a great way to express ourselves through interior design. The use of colors also has a positive effect on our mood. Being in such an interior gives us energy. So it's good to apply this trend in the living room or study. Rather give it up in the bedroom, which is supposed to be a place of tranquility. With the help of color blocking you can also shape the perception of the space. Contrasting color combinations will emphasize functional divisions, stylishly separating functional zones in the interior. In addition, with the appropriate use of colors you can create optical illusions. You can optically enlarge and highlight beautiful, representative places and objects. On the other hand, work zones can easily be masked.
You can also combine on two colors in similar shades
Proven duos
The most attractive results are created by contrasting colors, kept in similar, intense tones. Try combining blues and reds, greens and oranges, yellows and purples. Also check out juxtapositions of related colors: red and pink, blood red and dark red, grass green and bottle green.
Green and orange is a rare combination
Color the space
If you're not sure if such a bold arrangement is something for you, choose up to two contrasting colors and place them in a neutral space. You can also bet on one color in different shades. Also remember that intense colors look best on simple, geometric shapes such as furniture, picture frames and pots. Use the more subdued ones on soft structures, namely carpets, curtains and pillows. Color compositions can be used on walls or in the form of single elements, such as chairs and cabinet fronts, curtains, lamps or pots. You can also get an interesting effect by covering one wall with a strong color and highlighting against it accessories in equally intense, but different colors.
Intense colors create an interesting styling
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