Choosing the right colour palette is one of the most important decisions in home interiors. Colours not only reflect your personality, but they also influence your mood, energy, and the overall vibe of your space. Whether you’re designing a calm retreat or a bold, vibrant home, this guide will help you pick the perfect hues room by room.
1 . Understand the Mood You Want to Create:
Each room serves a different purpose – so should its colours.
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Living Room: Go for warm neutrals like beige, taupe, or greige to make it welcoming.
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Bedroom: Soothing tones like dusty pink, sage green, or pastel blue promote rest.
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Kitchen/Dining: Earthy or muted shades like olive, terracotta, or navy encourage comfort and conversation.
- Home Office: Use fresh tones like white, light grey, or mint to stay focused and creative.
2 . Start with a Base Colour and Build Around It
Pick a neutral or soft base tone for walls and large furniture. Then add pops of colour through décor, cushions, rugs, or accent walls. This gives flexibility to change the look later without repainting everything.
Example :
Base – Warm white or light grey
Accent – Deep teal cushions, rust curtains, or gold frames
Base – Warm white or light grey
Accent – Deep teal cushions, rust curtains, or gold frames
3. Use the 60-30-10 Rule
A tried-and-tested design formula:
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60% – Dominant colour (walls, sofa)
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30% – Secondary colour (curtains, rugs)
- 10% – Accent colour (pillows, art, lamps)
This balance keeps your space visually harmonious.
4. Think Long-Term & Test First
Trendy colours are tempting, but timeless shades are a safer investment. Always test paint swatches on your walls during different times of the day. Lighting can dramatically change how a colour looks.
5. Match Colours to Your Design Style
Each interior style has its colour DNA :
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Minimalist: White, beige, charcoal
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Bohemian: Mustard, turquoise, burnt orange
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Modern Luxury: Deep blue, gold, emerald
- Traditional Indian: Maroon, sandalwood, peacock blue
At Dzine Decoded, we don’t just pick colours — we decode the story your space wants to tell. Our designers help you find the perfect palette that balances beauty, function, and personal style.
Book your colour consultation today!