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If you’re considering an ochre accent colour for your living room, dining room, bedroom or elsewhere, the first question you might ask is what colours go best with ochre? If so, you’ll be thrilled to learn that ochre pairs well with pretty much every colour on the spectrum!
An ochre sofa is the perfect opportunity to experiment with colour in the living room. Although a yellow sofa does pack quite a punch, if you style it right then you’ll find that it’s never overbearing. When winter rolls around, you may wish to drape your sofa in snuggly sheepskin throws in soft creams and comforting browns, while the warmer months will welcome colourful cushions and playful prints.
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One of the most fun and unexpected ways to introduce ochre to your home, a gorgeous ochre bed will really centre your bedroom and become a stunning focal point. Upholstered in a plush yellow velvet, the Heidi bed frame provides a simple pop of colour that can be dressed up or dressed down. When set against a neutral backdrop, its beautiful buttoned headboard will be sure to steal the show.
Whether you mix and match or go all in for your favourite, dining chairs are a quick and cost-effective way to bring new life into your dining space. Using rich ochre tones, you’re able to complement any type of dining table – from rugged reclaimed wood through to smooth concrete.
A great way to shake up your existing colour scheme, a stunning ochre accent chair will add new dimension to your space. If you choose to take the leap, you’ll find that adding gold cushions to your sofa or decorating a shelf with mustard accessories takes the look to a whole new level.
5 Ways to Use Ochre as an Accent Colour in Your Home
Words by Emma Hughes
February 22, 2021
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Whether you’re considering a total revamp or just a quick refresh, introducing a new accent colour into your interior is easy and effective. That’s why we’re sharing some ideas on how to work with one of the most popular accent colours around: ochre.
Warm and cosy in winter yet fresh and uplifting during summer months, ochre is incredibly versatile and it’s also one of our favourite hues here at Barker and Stonehouse.
What colour goes with ochre?
If you’re considering an ochre accent colour for your living room, dining room, bedroom or elsewhere, the first question you might ask is what colours go best with ochre? If so, you’ll be thrilled to learn that ochre pairs well with pretty much every colour on the spectrum!
Grey is one of the most popular choices to pair with ochre – light grey will really bring out the vibrancy, while darker greys will offer a subdued and sophisticated finish. If you’re wanting something a little more dramatic, there’s no shade of blue that ochre doesn’t complement. And for a softer touch, try adding some blush pink to your ochre scheme.
So, now that you’ve got some perfect colour pairings in mind, here are five of our favourite ways to introduce ochre as an accent colour...
1. An ochre sofa
An ochre sofa is the perfect opportunity to experiment with colour in the living room. Although a yellow sofa does pack quite a punch, if you style it right then you’ll find that it’s never overbearing. When winter rolls around, you may wish to drape your sofa in snuggly sheepskin throws in soft creams and comforting browns, while the warmer months will welcome colourful cushions and playful prints.
Featuring plump bolster cushions, the Boone sofa is built for all-around comfort, while the clean lines of the Conza sofa will introduce a decidedly modern feel. Upholstered in sumptuous velvet, both options boast rich pigmentation and plenty of wow factor.
2. An ochre bed
One of the most fun and unexpected ways to introduce ochre to your home, a gorgeous ochre bed will really centre your bedroom and become a stunning focal point. Upholstered in a plush yellow velvet, the Heidi bed frame provides a simple pop of colour that can be dressed up or dressed down. When set against a neutral backdrop, its beautiful buttoned headboard will be sure to steal the show.
Top tip: a grey and ochre colour scheme is ideal for the bedroom as it helps to strike the balance between energy and tranquillity.
3. Ochre dining chairs
Whether you mix and match or go all in for your favourite, dining chairs are a quick and cost-effective way to bring new life into your dining space. Using rich ochre tones, you’re able to complement any type of dining table – from rugged reclaimed wood through to smooth concrete.
Try our popular Beckton dining chair in gold velvet for unrivalled luxury or opt for the playfully retro style of the Twyford dining chair in yellow leather, both of which feature black legs for striking contrast.
4. An ochre accent chair
A great way to shake up your existing colour scheme, a stunning ochre accent chair will add new dimension to your space. If you choose to take the leap, you’ll find that adding gold cushions to your sofa or decorating a shelf with mustard accessories takes the look to a whole new level.
Dressed in a rich golden velvet, the Lotus snuggle chair is a sun and spacious design that brings vintage flair to modern interiors. So, if your hallway is feeling a little empty or that unused corner could do with some company, consider an ochre accent chair for a stylish and colourful statement.
5. Ochre accessories
Once you’ve got your furniture sorted, it’s time to think about stretching out your colour scheme with ochre accessories to make the space feel more considered. For the bedroom, living room and beyond, each of these stylish pieces will help you achieve the right level of colour for you – but remember to mix up your tones and textures to avoid a flat appearance.
Whether you want to go bold with a statement piece or add a pop of colour with a few well-placed accessories, ochre is perfect accent colour for any interior.
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