With the rise of the mood-boosting dopamine decorating trend firmly established in the interiors world, adding an optimistic and therapeutic punch to your décor scheme has never been so easy
POWER PLAY
Get busy with a paintbrush and go all out on a loud, proud colour for your walls, and if you’re feeling brave, incorporate the door and window, too. The pairing of dramatic red and green against this blue hue contrasts for an extra hit of vibrancy.
Passionate Lilac and Friendly Neutral paint, from £21 for 1ltr, YesColours. Bit stool stack, £195, Heal’s. Specklefooted bowl, £48, John Lewis & Partners. For a similar Wishbone chair, try Where Saints Go
‘Even an accent or pop of colour is enough to bring positivity into your home,’ says Natasha Bradley, colour psychologist at Lick Paints
COMPLEMENTARY PALETTE
A neutral backdrop allows strong colours to stand out. The mix of blue, teal and green could keep this scheme calm, but the striking yellow chair takes the look to a new level. Bold accents and flowers in bright hues lift it even further.
Yellow Jesper chair, £200; Harper quilted three-seater teal sofa, £750; Studio side table in green, £65; Studio grey coffee table, £150; Morillo reeded glass blue display cabinet, £340; Flower Placement printed cushion, £10; shaped unscented lilac candle, £5, all Habitat
‘Consciously incorporating colours scientifically proven to boost your mood into your interiors can bring you joy each and every day,’ says Chris Harvey, interior expert at Stelrad
HIGH SUMMER
Providing a sophisticated take on the classic primary colour combination, red, blue and yellow sit perfectly together to present a zingy tablescape. The injection of white and green, plus tints of orange, keep this look grown-up.
Adelaide six-seater dining table and chairs, £899; Lemon outdoor cushions, £25 for two; Citrus cushion, £12.50; Lemon seat pads, £19.50 for two; Tropical print cushions, £25 for two; embroidered fruit runner, £18; Summer stripe print vanilla scented candle, £6, Marks & Spencer
‘Maximalist design is having its fair share of the spotlight, showing us that bright colours, bold designs and clashing prints are here to stay,’ says Shelley Cochrane, accessories buyer at Furniture Village
LIFTED LOOK
Here’s an instant pick-me-up; this powerful pink bedding sets a vibrant scene that’s perfect for starting your day afresh. Used over a large area, a well-chosen duvet cover will change the feel of your sleep space in an instant.
Pink plain frill edge duvet set, from £13; yellow sun print tufted throw, £20; peach shaped
