The color red is known as the color of life, vitality, passion, and intrigue. In its warmer hues, the color red is the hottest of colors, which also makes it the most stimulating. Red is the color of movement, and when used artfully while decorating a room, it can motivate the senses to action without dominating them.
Sir Giles Gilbert Scott knew the power of the color red when he designed the old London telephone booths. Painted cherry red, they were meant to be seen easily through the dreary English weather. And that is why the color red has the same effect when sprinkled strategically through a neutral space. Splashes of red crisp up an all-white living room or bedroom, adding a surprise of color that brings an immediate, bold presence to a room. Why not do your own experiment with this vibrant shade and grab a couple of our Starfish or Coral Sea Fan throw pillows?
But bright reds shouldn’t get all of the attention. Darker shades of red, such as burgundy, also add drama to a room. Pairing this hue with a room full of dark furniture gives the space an elegant, old world feel. Barn reds, which have a more purplish hue, are perfect when interwoven into a country theme. And rich, tomato reds can add a more sedate and rustic warmth to any space.
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The color red is known to stimulate the appetite and conversation. This is why savvy restaurateurs use the color red in their restaurants to increase their customers’ craving for food. Why not try spots of red in the kitchen for the same affect around the table? Try adding our Lobster Napkins or aRock Shrimp Table Runner to your metal or wood tabletop, and watch your conversations and appetites come to life with just a touch of this invigorating hue!
This post was written in collaboration with Annie Krug.
