We all know that a small space looks bigger than it is if you use light colors. But if you don’t want neutrals, you can still integrate some color into a small and even a tiny space. Here are some ways how you can do that with style.
Utilize Monochrome
Besides rocking only light shades, you can stick to monochrome, which will also create an illusion of an endless space, and that’s exactly what we want for a tiny room. Rocking monochrome will allow you not only to introduce any bold color to the space but also to get a super up-to-date room as monochrome is among top trends.
The long pink corridor is monochromatic and it features a matching storage unit.
The bedroom is done with sage green, almost the whole space is painted with it and only the ceiling is left creamy.
This small bedroom is done in blush, with a matching upholstered bed and teal curtains.
The bedroom is done in blues, with navy curtains and a yellow blanket contrasts the blue shades.
The small powder room is done with pink completely, with decor and a mirror on the wall.
The blue bedroom features other color accents, too: a yellow bedspread and a bold green bed.
The tiny kitchen is done in blush and with bold blue accents, and though it's small, it looks wow.
Add color to the small space pulling off just one color, for example, coral like here. (via jojotastic).
The small dining room is monochromatic bubble gum pink, with matching furniture and even cooker.
This long corridor is done in light blue shades, and the orange door creates a stark contrast.
Zone In
Inject fresh energy into your small space creating zones with some bright color. This way you won’t overdo the room with color and won’t make it look smaller but will get a bright accent.
The entryway features a bright blue zone: the door and the accent over it.
The tiny bathroom is accented with a round yellow accent on the wall that catches an eye.
The bedroom has a sleeping space with a bold blue accent and the yellow bedding contrasts it.
The small space has a color accent zone done in blush, this zone includes storage space.
This dining zone is done with a yellow wavy accent on the wall and green chairs.
This small reading zone is done with an orange accent that visually separates this nook.
This small space is part of the transition from one room to another, and it's done with a certain color.
Zone the room adding color to the space, here the sleeping zone is accented with yellow paint.
Accenting different zones in the small space works well: here the sleeping zone is highlighted with yellow paint.
The small space is accented with bold green paint, which highlights the architectural features.
Make A Statement
Bring color to the space in various ways that won’t overload it with color, so you won’t make the room small.
Accent Walls
An accent wall is always a good idea: it will bring depth and dimension to the space moving this wall further and creating an illusion of a longer room. Go for a vibrant shade or even add some pattern, for example, vertical prints make the space taller and horizontal ones make it wider.
This small bathroom features a yellow accent wall and a printed tile floor, which make it cooler.
The small dining space is done with a colorful accent wall and a leather bench with colored pillows.
The small kitchen is bold and whimsical: there's an electric blue wall, mint green cabinets, a shiny backsplash and pink chairs.
The bedroom shows off a blue accent wall and the striped red bedding contrasts it.
This airy sleeping space is done with a sage grey accent wall that is quite neutral but still adds color to the room.
The tiny powder room is accented with a hot pink accent wall and lots of greenery in pots.
The small eclectic space is done with an emerald accent wall, a dining set, a yellow pendant lamp and a navy sofa.
This small entryway is done with mustard paint on the wall and IKEA shoe cabinet.
This dusty pink accent wall features a storage unit in the matching color.
The tiny bedroom is done in white and accented with a dark green wall that totally chnages the look. (via chloedominik).
The small entryway is done with green paint that covers two walls.
The boho bedroom features a dark green accent wall, a bed with pink and yellow bedding and a cool lamp.
Bright Ceilings
Though you may think that a bright ceiling will decrease the height of the room, a lighter or reflective ceiling color can bounce light around the space, brightening it up and making it feel airier and more open. More than that, a colorful ceiling will be a catchy design element that will elevate the look of the room.
This lovely sunroom is done in cottage style, with a blue ceiling and other blue details that echo with it.
Even a small space can be highlighted with color, here the ceiling is done in bold red.
This small living room is infused with color: a red ceiling, a dark green sofa and bright art.
The serene bedroom is done in neutral shades but the ceiling is sage green, which adds interest to the space. (via katelavie).
This small bedroom is spruced up with color: an orange ceiling and pillows make it cooler. (via rhythmofthehome).
Infuse The Space With Color
Bold Furniture
If you already have a neutral small room, you can infuse it with color adding bright furniture. Sofas and loveseats, chairs and ottomans are right what you need for creating a contrast.
This dopamine decor space features a peachy accent wall, a bright gallery wall, a rust and neon green chair.
The dining space is done with a table with blue base and whimsical blue chairs plus a chandelier with blues.
The attic space is done with bold yellow furniture and a red chair, these are easy and cool accents.
The small kitchen just wows with electric blue cabinets and a matching chandelier.
The sunroom is small but it's done with a green slatted ceiling.
The small attic home office is done with a green desk and a cabinet that repeats the shape of the ceiling.
Such hot pink lockers are great to add color to any space, whether it's small or not.
The small neutral space is accented with yellow: a yellow niche and pillows.
Lilac and green furniture and textiles are used to accent this small bedroom.
The small space is accented with an orange storage unit, which adds color to the room. (via octobre-architecture).
Vibrant Art
A bold artwork will not only add color but also become a focal point adding personality and interest. Just like bright furniture, this element is easy to swap as soon as you want to.
This narrow space is spruced up with color: bold yellow shelves and a chair, a rust-colored shelving unit and a bright artwork.
The sleeping space is done with a bright artwork over the bed, and with muted bedding.
Colorful Accessories
Bright pillows, rugs, curtains and other small stuff will make your small room lively without sacrificing floor or shelf space. They can easily and instantly transform your space at minimal cost and effort.
The living room is cheered up with orange: a wavy orange accent, an orange chair and textiles.