About the most “delicious” shades, successful combinations and bright accents.
In 2012, orange was the most popular color according to Pantone. Its shade with the romantic name “tangerine tango” has settled not only in bedrooms and living rooms, but also in our hearts.. Why? We tell and show you in a new article.
Psychology of orange
Orange was born out of the love of red and yellow flowers. From one parent he inherited energy and determination, from the other - friendliness and optimism. This color is preferred by emotional and sociable people with a strong creativity. And he is also adored by small children who want to explore the world.
When we look at orange, the brain and stomach begin to work faster and more efficiently. As a bonus, it improves your mood. Now you know what color was sorely missed in the office and kitchen. However, be careful: an excess of orange negatively affects the psyche, causing fatigue and apathy.
Shades
Orange deservedly bears the title of the most warm shade in the color spectrum, because it does not have cold tones. The names make your mouth water: peach, apricot, pumpkin, honey.
For interiors, muted tones are often chosen: ocher, terracotta, salmon, rust, bronze. However, daredevils will certainly like bright and slightly aggressive ones: tangerine, amber and coral.
Peculiarities
It’s not for nothing that orange is associated with peaches and apricots – it’s that kind of fruit. But with the right approach, this color turns into a kind wizard, capable of transforming the interior beyond recognition. Here are a couple of recommendations for taming it:
- Orange objects immediately attract the eye. A great option when you want to highlight one or more objects in the room
- You should not use orange in a room where the windows face south. It can be hot and stuffy there even without it - why intensify the sensations?
- For small spaces, choose light shades of orange. Dark or bright colors on large surfaces they will put pressure and visually make the room even smaller
Orange + pastel colors
Let's start, perhaps, with calm combinations. Orange looks harmonious with neutral shades and most pastel colors. They mute its excessive saturation. Here, for example, are two gentle duets: with pastel mint and delicate cream.
Orange + gray
Orange is an example of a discreet, but stylish combination. Remember your superpower gray balance out too bright neighbors and give confidence to quiet ones? White performs a similar function. The combination of orange + + will help create a more graphic and non-trivial interior.
Orange + beige
Gets along well with orange. All variations here are good: from coffee to deep chocolate. One is responsible for dynamics, the other for comfort. A win-win!
Orange + yellow
Are there any lovers of bright and rich interiors here? You will probably like the cheerful combination of orange, which reminds you of sunny summer and carefree childhood. Ideal for a games room.
Orange + blue
The combination of orange and blue is reminiscent of the sea and sun. For example, carrot + turquoise or orange + dark azure. A more versatile option is terracotta paired with steely shades of blue. It looks simply luxurious, especially if you play with textures. For example, a velvet sofa in a deep dark blue (or navy blue) and a bright woven carpet with a pattern, as in the photo below.
Orange in the kitchen interior
Orange is conducive to friendly conversation and stimulates the appetite - perfect for the kitchen or dining room.
If you are not satisfied with the size of the kitchen or low ceiling, try to visually adjust the space using color. Not enough coziness and intimacy? We use our favorite rich/ dark shade orange as the main one and enjoy the result.
Do you want to visually enlarge the space and add a feeling of airiness? We highlight one wall with color, and cover the rest with white/gray/beige paint - the ceiling will seem higher. And again we enjoy the result.
For the bedroom, pastel shades that do not strain the eyes are suitable: peach, apricot, salmon.
The rich orange color can be used in decoration - just a few pillows, a painting, a vase or a bedspread are enough to create an atmosphere of joy in the interior. In such a room you will recharge yourself with positive energy and sleep without problems.
Whichever shade of orange you choose, it will always be warm. This is precisely what is associated with the ability of orange to create a warm, friendly atmosphere, which is so suitable for the living room. Psychologists have long proven that it is in orange room The most fruitful communication and exchange of opinions occurs.
If you want to bring cheerfulness to the interior of a small living room with the help of orange, then it is better to use it in details rather than painting the entire walls this color. Orange visually seems closer than it actually is, therefore, it will do the same small room even less. This point must be taken into account. Remember about the peculiarities of color perception when choosing furniture. After all, any orange object will seem more massive in size. Plus, no matter where you place it, it will appear that it is closer.
Using orange as color spots in the interior, designers give preference to large elements: a sofa, large pillows or part of a wall, as in the photo below. Too many orange details in a room can create an overly colorful and somewhat chaotic impression. This is due to the property of orange to visually crowd out all other colors.
Harmonious combinations with orange for the living room
Orange will never make a room darker. If you have a spacious living room, then it can serve as an original background for various color combinations.
But in the case of dark brown, the interior looks heavier and more conservative. If you doubt whether this makes the living room too oppressive, simply add white elements.
Green and orange also go well together in the living room interior (see photo).
Green brings its own touch of freshness and naturalness to any color scheme. However, in the case of orange, it is better to choose light and calm shades of green to avoid an overly contrasting combination of colors.
Yellow-orange with white and red looks beautiful, stylish and quite calm, compared to previous combinations, in the interior in the photo:
On the one hand, the living room looks festive, and on the other, cozy.
Orange details perfectly complement the urban gray and white interior and make it warmer and more lived-in. If you look at the following photo and imagine the design without bright splashes of orange, it becomes obvious how boring and unfriendly the interior becomes.
This design solution is also a good example using orange to create the illusion of unevenness and volume of the wall, which is very suitable for the puzzle-shaped pattern itself.
in combination with laconic forms, additional accents may be required. In the photo above, a large plant acts as such an accent.
In general, if you take into account the specifics of orange, you can quite easily create a stylish and cheerful living room interior with its participation. Therefore, use this color in the design of the room, because no other color can create such a cozy, warm and friendly atmosphere.
Valentina Chaiko
Orange color in the living room interior is usually preferred by optimistic people with an active lifestyle. Thanks to the orange color, the interior composition of the living room is transformed, becoming brighter and more cheerful. If this color is included in the color scheme of the room for receiving guests, then you will see how much richer and more interesting all the other colors look.
The influence of orange color in the interior of the living room on the human psyche
Indeed, an orange living room is often found among active and active people who are instinctively drawn to 
orange. After all, this color evokes joy, lifts the mood and seems to be “on the same wavelength” with them. Psychologists, thanks to numerous tests, have identified a similar pattern:
Active people are much more comfortable in a living room where orange tones predominate. Whereas calmer people like pastel colors.
In our opinion, it would be a good idea to use orange color in the interior in a living room that belongs to calm and balanced people. After all, it’s sometimes useful to shake yourself up and unwind, to get some kind of “emotional boost.” So, it is precisely the orange living room that can become a catalyst for a positive emotional outburst, which will protect you from depression and create a positive attitude. It has also been noted since ancient times that people who gravitate towards the color orange always have everything in order on the “love front”. Perhaps this is why the orange color in the living room interior in all cases has a positive effect on interpersonal relationships.
In fairness, I would like to warn people with unstable psyches against using orange when decorating the interior of the living room.
If you or your family members are prone to frequent depression or suicidal tendencies, then either completely abandon the orange living room or use this color to a minimum. The fact is that the color orange negatively affects mentally unstable people in the sense that it enhances emotional impulses, which can ultimately lead to fatal consequences. Therefore, before you embark on such color experiments, carefully consider this point.
Some features of using orange color in the interior decoration of the living room
Living room in orange tones created by designers according to a predetermined plan. Since this color must be used with caution, we advise you to Special attention to the following information. 
- If your room has an excess of natural light, then orange cannot be used as the main color.
- If your room is very hot during the season, then also do not get carried away with orange tones, since in the summer stuffiness such a color will be perceived as something extremely negative. Psychologists say that in a stuffy room, if orange tones predominate in it, you can get heatstroke or a heart attack much faster than in a room painted in cold colors.
- If you are the owner small apartment or at home and are forced to combine a living room with a bedroom, then the orange color should also be kept to a minimum, since it simply will not allow you to get a good night’s sleep, although of course it’s a matter of habit. In addition, orange tends to narrow the space of a room, so it is wiser to use it as an additional color or accent color.
- Choose the shade of orange wisely, because the overall “mood” of the interior of the room for receiving guests will depend on it. There really is a lot to choose from, including orange, apricot, pumpkin, ocher, copper, peach, the list goes on for a very long time.
If right choice a shade of orange is not an easy matter, but choosing color combinations for the interior with the participation of orange is an extremely difficult matter. If you do not have artistic talent or are not an expert in color combinations, then when creating a color composition it is better for you to either consult a professional designer or use a ready-made design.
The last option is of course easier. However, it has a significant drawback - it is quite difficult to choose a ready-made color scheme to match the individual characteristics of the interior. You will have to do the opposite, first develop a color composition, and only then implement all other interior elements. So, what popular color combinations involving this color can an orange living room safely accommodate? Let's try to answer this question. 
- The combination of brown and orange colors is considered classic. This combination is suitable for people who create a noble modern design, and what shade of orange will be used depends on the goals pursued by the owners. If you need a strict interior without frills, then you should choose a dark shade of orange, and if the design is planned as light, bright, cheerful, then the shade of orange should resemble, for example, an orange.
- You can combine three primary colors at once in an orange living room. How organic such a combination will be will depend on how these colors harmonize with each other and in what proportions they are used. So, you can quite organically combine orange, turquoise and white. Here, again, you need to be careful, since such a color symbiosis is very active and often provokes explosions of emotions.
- Glossy black, white and orange also go well together. In this trio the leading role is played, of course, by black and White color and orange plays the role of a color accent, which it “plays” brilliantly, diluting the noble black and white background with cheerful colors. In this case, you can’t use a lot of orange, just 1-2 elements are enough, for example, orange curtains in an orange shade and pillows of the same color on the sofa will look very good on a black and white glossy background.
- We find the combination of very rich orange with purple and white very interesting. This combination has a great effect on people of a creative nature, generating inspiration and uplifting their spirits. In this combination, white rules the roost, orange complements it, and purple is given the place of color accent.
Furniture and accessories for an orange living room - choose together
The orange living room is quite demanding in the selection of furniture and accessories; it is worth noting that if you make a mistake with this choice, it is possible that your interior composition will be hopelessly damaged. Professional designers give a number of tips regarding the selection of these interior elements, let's briefly look at these tips.
To summarize, we note that a living room in orange tones has now ceased to be a bold interior solution bordering on recklessness. Thanks to the interesting developments of designers, the color orange is practically risk-free and quite organically included in the color schemes of rooms for receiving guests. If you also use this color in the interior composition of the living room, perhaps the orange color will become the highlight that will make your design a real masterpiece.
Orange color has rich history, even in ancient times it symbolized love. In Buddhism, orange is the main color and means a perfect state.
The meaning of color, influence on a person
Like other colors, orange affects a person's life. This is a complex color and the predominance of one or another shade in it affects our subconscious, having a different effect. The dominant yellow color has positive influence on a person’s mood, relieves depression.
Shades of red increase activity and give strength.
Using orange in the interior will help cope with apathy and depression, and will also push you towards new goals. In addition, orange color can help reserved people, eliminating shyness. In psychology, orange is used to work with aggressive clients.
Combination with other colors
Since the orange color is primarily associated with something summery and hot, it goes best with warm shades.
Green-orange
Green or mint color will give the interior summer freshness. The shades combine harmoniously and make the room bright.
Yellow-orange
Yellow-orange color is perfect for a children's room. Both shades will promote the child's development and support positive attitude.
Gray-orange
A calmer combination that complements each other. Even when using a dark orange shade, gray will mute it without making it provocative.
Orange pink
In combination with pink it turns out very romantic interior with elements of oriental luxury. Pastel pink color will make the room feminine and playful, this option is suitable for a nursery or a girl’s room.
Orange and brown
The color orange combined with brown is associated with chocolate and oranges. The interior turns out incredibly cozy and velvety. The interior will be complemented by accents with autumn motifs or animals.
Orange in the interior of rooms
Kitchen
Juicy orange color will look harmonious in a spacious kitchen. Due to the brightness of the facades, it is better to make the tabletop and apron in a calm shade.
Orange color goes equally well with any materials, which allows it to be used in any style.
Living room
Using a pattern on the wallpaper, you can give a completely different mood to the living room interior. The general concept will be supported by decorative elements, such as pillows, paintings, carpets and other objects.
Bedroom
By experimenting with different colors in the interior, the color of the walls can change, for example, snow-white bed linen in combination with light curtains or paintings will refresh the interior, adding light to it.
A bright color will make the bedroom rich and colorful. This option is suitable for brave owners.
Children's
Orange is a perfect color for a children's room, as it is bright, sunny and associated only with positive emotions. Dilute color palette You can use completely different shades, nothing will be superfluous.
Separately, it is worth noting the combination of orange and turquoise; the nursery will resemble a fairy garden.
The photo shows a children's room for girls with turquoise elements.
Bathroom
The tiles in the bathroom can be either the same color around the entire perimeter or partially. At small area It’s better to limit yourself to tiles orange color on one or two walls.
Also, the main color of the tile can be a calm shade, complemented by a pattern of an unusual shape.
Style selection
Classical
The classic style is distinguished by its restraint. Provided that orange is a very bright and saturated color, it should be accompanied by furniture of simple lines and interior details in calm shades.
The photo shows a living room with bright walls. Mirrors visually expand the area of the room by reflecting natural light.
For small rooms, you should choose a light orange shade. The brighter or darker the color of the walls, the smaller the area appears.
Modern
The modern style is distinguished by functionality, straight lines predominate in the interior, and the walls are a single color. One of the walls can be highlighted with a bright color.
The photo shows a spacious living room combined with a kitchen. Bright wall unifies the space, and pieces of furniture designate zones.
Country
Country style involves the maximum use of natural materials. The interior uses a lot of wood and greenery. In contrast to the modern style, all kinds of cozy carpets, bedspreads and pillows are welcome.
Loft
Loft is fashionable and modern direction, which is often used to create stylish home. Orange color looks harmonious with the terracotta shade of brick and cold concrete. When using orange color, the interior softens and does not look so rough.
Finishing (walls, floor, ceiling)
Walls
The walls of the room can be decorated not only in the usual ways, but also using an unusual method of applying paint.
The photo shows a living room with classic paint applied to the walls. The interior is complemented by vases and pillows of similar colors.
Wallpaper or photo wallpaper with an unusual pattern will create an original and unique interior. Interior decorations can be made in the same color as the wallpaper or have the same meaning and style.
Floor
The bright orange floor looks original. Suitable for modern, retro and modern style. There are many techniques for creating colored floors, for example self-leveling floors, polymer coating with patterns and painting. If the owner of the house adheres to more classic shades and in the future wants to change the basic color of the room’s interior, then you can use carpeting.
Ceiling
An orange ceiling will make the interior of any room unique. This method is best used in rooms with high ceilings, to avoid a pressing effect.
The photo shows a home cinema room made in country style, combined with natural materials.
Orange furniture
Sofa
A bright orange sofa will become the main focus of the living room, designating a relaxation area. Pillows would be a great addition. different shapes and material. The sofa can be made of velvet, leather or thick fabric in accordance with the chosen style and decorated with studs, fringes or ruffles.
On the picture leather sofa in a modern style, complemented by copper rivets.
Chairs
The color of the chairs can be combined with the sofa or stand alone bright element furniture. Interesting solution An old antique chair will be remade. Depending on the stylistic direction of the room, the chairs may have wooden frame or metal base.
Closet
Cabinet or chest of drawers doors can be glossy, mirrored or matte. Smooth and glossy surfaces and right angles correspond modern style and modern. More interesting shapes will fit into classic, oriental and shabby chic styles. The wardrobe will be complemented by independent shelves, lamps, and curtains.
Bed
The interior of the bedroom can be absolutely neutral; a bright bed with a soft velvet or matte headboard will become a source of comfort for the entire room. If you want to maintain a more restrained character of the bedroom, bedding will help add summer colors.
Accents in the interior
Accents create the mood in the home, depending on the shapes and colors decorative elements the interior of the room looks complete and matches the chosen style.
Paintings
The painting will complete the image of the room. The image depends on the stylistic direction of the interior.
Curtains
Orange curtains will fill the room with gold in the evening sunset. The decoration will be copper curtains, unusual garters, and fringe.
The photo shows straight bright orange curtains made of thick fabric in combination with Roman blinds.
Tulle
Weightless orange tulle will not overload the room with color, but will become a light addition to the overall interior.
Pillows
Pillows in different color combinations will allow you to play with the interior. In combination with turquoise you will get oriental motifs, and with white color the room will be filled with a light playful mood.
Carpet
A plain carpet looks harmonious in modern interior, unusual patterns and fringe are suitable for the classic and Mediterranean style. Even the most discreet interior will sparkle with new colors with the appearance of the orange carpet.
The photo shows a duet of a bright long-pile carpet and a modern chandelier of an unusual shape.
Photo gallery
The chosen color scheme affects our subconscious. Your home should be filled with positive colors that will help you take your mind off routine work and the daily hustle and bustle. Orange color will lift your spirits, push you to new achievements and create a positive mood in your home. Below are photo examples of the use of orange in rooms for various functional purposes.
