Navy And Tan Living Room

Navy And Tan Living Room

Heather Hilliard

Blue. Even the word itself feels full and soft, like an embrace or a deep breath. Visually, of course, it's even more powerful. "That this blue exists makes my life a remarkable one, just to have seen it. To have seen such beautiful things," mused Maggie Nelson. "We love to contemplate blue, not because it advances to us, but because it draws us after it," said Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. "The world is blue at its edges and in its depths. This blue is the light that got lost," echoed Rebecca Solnit. And just as this color has enchanted writers, artists, philosophers, and scientists for centuries, it's also the most popular choice for interior design. From living rooms to bedrooms, kitchens, powder rooms, and beyond, the 40 spaces ahead might inspire you to douse your home in a thousand leagues of blue.

Shannon McGrath

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Play With Shapes

Just looking at a blue room can slow your pace and calm you down. A monochrome palette allows us to focus on the incredible interior architecture and dramatic statement pieces in this living room designed by Robson Rak. The soothing tones and bulbous shapes throughout, from the marble side table to the bubble pendant light and rounded sofa, make it both understated and bold.

MIGUEL FLORES-VIANNA

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Add Blue Details

Keep everything neutral and then opt for soft blue accents. Here, Cathy Kincaid painted the bed frame and used decorative pillows for a splash of blue. we love the contrast between the high-end, traditional monogramed bedding, an orate mirror, full drapes, and a canopy bed against the unexpectedly cheeky throw pillow.

Tamsin Johnson

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Include Eye-Popping Accents

Setting the tone for the rest home in the entryway is of utmost importance. Here, interior designer Tamsin Johnson used traditional staples and injected personality with blue accents, from the Art Deco area rug to the abstract painting and elaborate candelabrum.

Paul Costello

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Mix Materials

Interior designer Shaun Smith's New Orleans bathroom should be your blueprint for decorating with blue. He worked around the retro tiled wall by choosing an all-blue color palette punctuated by rattan pieces. Not only is it a good idea to keep wallpaper out of splashing range, but it can also cut your cost in half if you only buy enough for half the square footage.

Francesco Lagnese

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Ground the Space

Color stretches all the way up to the high rafters in this living room designed by Thomas Jayne and William Cullum. As you can see in the mirror, the color of these walls changes depending on the way the light hits it, shifting between sharp mint green and soft sea foam green. The red and blue work nicely, too, grounding the sharp blue-green paint. To elongate your already tall ceilings, hang a pendant light high above the sitting area.

LAURE JOLIET

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Try Old-Fashioned Patterns

Dubbed "The Blue Room" at Firehouse Hotel—L.A.'s coolest new boutique spot designed by ETC.etera—this bedroom is absolute goals. If you weren't sure you wanted to anchor your space around blue before, you probably do now. The contrast between a classic toile motif and modern geometric is the perfect blend of quirk and tradition.

2LG Studio

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Paint Half the Wall

The sky blue paint sets the stage in this bathroom designed by 2LG Studios while a palm leaf tree brings it to life. To play up the cool tones of the paint, the designers used silver hardware. crisp white materials, and gray-stained wood panels.

Fantastic Frank

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Soften It Up

A soothing soft blue feels adds an ethereal, dreamy quality to every space while offering a ton of versatility, making it particularly well-suited for the bedroom. The linen bedding and makeshift side table accent chair contribute to that easy, undone elegance. Even the floorboards have been washed inn a lovely gray-blue!

Lucas Allen

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Stick to a Theme

Nautical rules in this master bathroom designed by Alexander Angle. Inspired by the occupant's own passions and interests, but with a design-savvy touch, this bathroom feels polished yet personal. The vintage trunks, light blue walls, and gold pendant are tasteful nods to maritime adventure.

BJORN WALLANDER

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Swim in Blue

High-gloss paints are a surefire way to make a bold statement. In this bedroom designed by decorator Alisa Bloom, the rich, liquidy sheen bounces light around a dark room, a spin on that old mirror trick designers love. Bloom used Fine Paints of Europe's Delft Blue 4003 in Hollandlac Brilliant to illuminate the entire bedroom.

Heidi Caillier

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Play with Tone

A smokey gray-blue mural wallpaper pairs unexpectedly well with the warm wood console in this hallway designed by Heidi Caillier. The accessories adorning table, like the plaid lamp shade, metal vase, and hazy mirror, marry the cool tones with the natural browns.

Regan Baker Design

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Make a Statement Wall

This master bathroom designed by Regan Baker Design is absolutely hypnotizing thanks to the blue tile statement wall. Rich in both color and pattern, it doubles the room's depth and character.

Cameron Ruppert Interiors

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Go Glossy

This dining room in a family home designed by Cameron Ruppert Interiors gets a dose of glam from lacquered blue paint. The upholstered chairs and beige and cream carpet lighten the mood.

Studio DB

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Use as a Neutral

In this blue living room designed by Studio DB, the peach and marigold throws add just the right amount of variance. The matching walls and sectional interact with the light beautifully, casting an ethereal glow throughout. For a similar effect, opt for a pale, barely-there shade of blue paint.

Francesco Lagnese

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Shrinking Violet

A vibrant blue-violet shade is perfect for a kid's room. It makes bunk beds feel more sleek and modern—and maybe will convince your kids that sharing a room is actually cool.

Tara Striano

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Get Ocean-Inspired

Blue is one of those colors that feels accessible—it's bold enough to feel like you're taking serious risks, but still classic. Two different blue-green hues give a Florida kitchen an elegant beach vibe. Brass lanterns keep it from feeling too coastal.

Björn Wallander

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Layer Your Blues

The walls of this family room were lacquered in a custom ocean color, which gives the color even more depth.

Cameron Ruppert Interiors

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Bring It to the Floor

The night sky-inspired floor tiles lay the perfect foundation for this whimsical children's bathroom designed by Cameron Rupert Interiors. With contrasting prints, playful motifs, and pops of red, it's a space both kids and adults can love. Take note if you love blue but also want to play with other colors.

Nicole Franzen

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Play Against Type

When you don't want to overpower the room with blue, keep it confined to the artwork and lighting. Here, it still stands on its own while also sharing the spotlight with other bold colors, like hot pink and olive green.

Crosby Studios

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Go Monochrome

Love powdery blue? Here's your pick. In this space designed by Crosby Studio, the calming, periwinkle blue hue stains every inch, from the curtains to the trims, ceilings, furniture, and counters. There's something undeniable modern about using one specific color, and a pastel shade delivers a great sense of bold quirkiness that doesn't take itself too seriously.

Maura McEvoy

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Make Like David Lynch

The blue velvet of the upholstery contrasts the light blue walls. Both have cool undertones, which makes the room feel cohesive.

House Beautiful

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Wash It Out

Going bold doesn't always involve going for a vibrant or dark color. Instead, texture can create drama. In this aqua living room, gleaming lacquer conveys elegance.

Maura McEvoy

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Grab a Pattern

An ornate wall covering makes a small entryway feel like a jewel box. Chinese statues up the well-traveled vibe.

DAVID TSAY

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Play with Scale

Paint isn't the only way to incorporate blue in a big way. This floor-to-ceiling azure tile shower makes for a shower you never want to leave.

Christopher Sturman

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Lighten Up a Library

Lacquered blue walls reflect light and make a small room feel larger. Choose a lighter shade of blue if you're lacking in natural sunlight.

Heidi Caillier Design

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Take on Teal

This living room is an eclectic masterpiece that will stay relevant all year round. Heidi Caillier only painted the walls blue up to the chair-line as well as the window trims for a warm, wintery vibe, while the white paint ensures a bright, airy atmosphere.

deVol Kitchens

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Make It Rustic

Need to spruce up a laundry room, pantry, or storage space? The easiest fix is to paint your cabinets. The icy blue-gray in this laundry room from deVol Kitchens pairs well with the rustic white stone walls and exposed beams.

Ngoc Minh Ngo

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Sign It in Ink

A small seating area has major impact from paneled walls and cabinets in the same inky blue hue. The deep color is perfect for a library or home office.

John Merkl

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Shake It Up

The green lucite coffee table in this living room designed by Heather Hilliard is a welcome surprise. It livens up the sky blue backdrop and floral sofa without clashing with the traditional elements in the space, still allowing blue to reign supreme.

Annie Schlechter

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Give the Royal Treatment

These master bedroom walls were painted in a bold blue with a decorative cross-glaze finish. The dark color doesn't feel as oppressive thanks to the abundance of natural light in this room.

Navy And Tan Living Room

Source: https://www.housebeautiful.com/room-decorating/colors/g825/blue-rooms/