Cottage Journal

Eight Colorful Interiors Designed to Inspire

Image from Old Brand New

Whether you prefer bold strokes of vibrant hues or a subtle splash here and there, this season is the perfect time to get excited about colorful designs. To show our appreciation for every shade of the rainbow, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite technicolor spaces to spark a little bit of inspiration and help you brighten up any and every corner of your cottage.

A Geometric Gem

Image from Emily Henderson

A rug and a few throw pillows were all that was needed to update this gray-heavy space. Geometric patterns in an array of rich shades pair well with wood accents and the clean lines of mid-century modern style.

What’s Cooking?

Image from Holland Avenue

We love the two-tone trend that’s taking over kitchens right now, and this cooking space is an enchanting example. After updating her lower cabinets with a cheerful blue tone, this homeowner grounded the space with a rug that provides some gorgeous contrast.

Block Party

Image from Kelly Golightly

This color-blocked laundry room would make even the dullest chore a little more interesting. A bold contemporary pattern on the walls draws out the bright and beautiful cabinet colors and ties the design together.

Going Green

Image from Jaclyn Peters Design

Set against a background of natural light and white beaded board, the muted sage tone in this kitchen highlights a stunning display of dishes and serveware. This cottage-style kitchen with a modern edge has us green with envy to say the least.

Perfect Pairings

Image from Old Brand New

While the rich green hue of the lower cabinets is the showstopper in this kitchen, it’s the perfect balance of elements—from the clean, modern lines of the backsplash tile to the soft blush above the open shelving—that really makes the design shine.

Pretty in Pastel

Image from Little Big Bell

A color palette of subdued shades keeps this space calm and extra cozy, but a few bold strokes make sure the design is anything but boring.

Sunny Days

Photography by Richard Leo Johnson, Styling by Sunday Hendrickson

Everything from the light fixture and window treatments to the stools at the end of the bed contributes to the cheery atmosphere in this bedroom space. Pairing the sunny shade with all-white surfaces ensures that the orange pops while the rug and upholstered beds add texture to the design.

Bold and Blue

Photography by Robert Radifera

The dark, moody vibes of this space’s peacock-blue walls are stunningly balanced by an eclectic mix of patterns in cheerful tones. You can see the rest of the home here.

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