Four beautiful monochromatic room designs
Design, Leverone Design. Photo, Lisa Romerein/Otto.
Monochromatic decor January 2014
Soft and soothing
Best suited for: The elegant traditionalist
Designers Erin Feasby and Cindy Bleeks used an icy-blue palette to marry their client's feminine wishes — velvet fabrics, floral patterns and silk draperies — with her husband's desire for dark, rich wood tones and fine tailored shapes. The result is a calming room that's also classic and sophisticated. "The key to decorating with a monochromatic colour scheme is to mix up textures and matte finishes with a bit of gloss or shine. It brings depth and interest while still maintaining the sophistication and subtlety of a monochromatic room."
Wallpaper, Farrow&Ball. Pillows fabric, Kravet Canada.
Get more: Six tips to creating a calming bedroom retreat
Cool and contemporary
Best suited for: The edgy minimalist
Going all white is a gutsy choice, but it's a surefire way to make a statement. Select materials with different textures like marble, wood and laminate to keep the room from falling flat.
Countertop, Home Depot. Wood floor, Moncer. Paint, Moon Rise, Behr.
Moody and dramatic
Best suited for: The bohemian romantic
Shades of blue-green, from dark jade to a aquamarine, give this room a rich, mellow vibe. Sequined pillows, faux fur and a lush carpet add layers of complexity.
Sofa fabric, Kravet Canada. Rug, Elte. Paint, Blue Lotus, Rona.
Vibrant and crisp
Best suited for: The upbeat optimist
Invigorate a room with an all-green colour scheme. This bright and lively hue is perfectly suited to kitchens or anywhere you want a bolt of energy.
Ceiling wallpaper, Pop & Lolli. Rug, Elte. Paint, Lily Pads, Para.
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