Colour - 4 ways to brighten up your home

Bold splashes of colour will add drama to your rooms – here’s how to make them work for you

Think about warm and cool shades

If you're choosing an accent for a scheme that already has a dominant colour, work out whether the existing shade is warm or cool, then choose an accent colour from the opposite side of the colour wheel.

Hot pink will make a striking accent in a fresh blue room, or contrast a cosy purple scheme with splashes of cool grey.

Chosen by House to home

Team dark walls with a brightly-coloured sofa to create a style statement