30 Unbelievably Stunning Homes Vibrant With Colour
From loud and proud to subtle and subdued, these interiors from around the world embrace every colour of the rainbow
Here are 30 interiors from around the world that have welcomed the full spectrum into the heart of each home, in undaunted and understated ways. Why? Because there’s nothing wrong with embracing colour, especially if it makes you happy. The world would be a very bland place if every inch of it was beige.
2. Location: Los Angeles, USA
Why we love it
Think wallpaper is just for walls? Think again. The risers of these stairs are decked out in custom-designed wallpaper – invisible when you’re walking downstairs, attention-grabbing when you’re walking up.
These 30 staircase designs are guaranteed to impress
Why we love it
Think wallpaper is just for walls? Think again. The risers of these stairs are decked out in custom-designed wallpaper – invisible when you’re walking downstairs, attention-grabbing when you’re walking up.
These 30 staircase designs are guaranteed to impress
3. Location: Boston, USA
Why we love it
Have you been flirting with the idea of adding a dash of colour to your home but aren’t ready to make a permanent commitment? Try brightening up your space with groups of colour-coded objects instead of painting the walls.
Why we love it
Have you been flirting with the idea of adding a dash of colour to your home but aren’t ready to make a permanent commitment? Try brightening up your space with groups of colour-coded objects instead of painting the walls.
4. Location: New York, USA
Why we love it
Not every colour burst needs to be vivid. Here, the pastel shades of this built-in bookshelf play a calming yet uplifting role.
Why we love it
Not every colour burst needs to be vivid. Here, the pastel shades of this built-in bookshelf play a calming yet uplifting role.
5. Location: San Francisco, USA
Why we love it
Not every rainbow needs a white background, either. This subdued library lets the family’s colourful books shine. As writer Junichiro Tanizaki remarks in his controversial ‘In Praise of Shadows’, “In the mansion called literature, I would have the eves deep and the walls dark”.
Check out ingenious bookshelf designs in surprising spots
Why we love it
Not every rainbow needs a white background, either. This subdued library lets the family’s colourful books shine. As writer Junichiro Tanizaki remarks in his controversial ‘In Praise of Shadows’, “In the mansion called literature, I would have the eves deep and the walls dark”.
Check out ingenious bookshelf designs in surprising spots
6. Location: Miami, USA
Why we love it
Like colourful cabinetry but prefer enclosed cupboards and drawers over open shelves? There’s a solution for that, as the brightly painted facings of these cupboards attest. A gold star goes to the braille wall, too.
Why we love it
Like colourful cabinetry but prefer enclosed cupboards and drawers over open shelves? There’s a solution for that, as the brightly painted facings of these cupboards attest. A gold star goes to the braille wall, too.
7. Location: London, UK
Why we love it
Not content with simply having colourful cabinetry, this family home in Islington has taken it to the next level and colour coded the exposed cords of the hanging pendant-style light bulbs.
Why we love it
Not content with simply having colourful cabinetry, this family home in Islington has taken it to the next level and colour coded the exposed cords of the hanging pendant-style light bulbs.
8. Location: New York, USA
Why we love it
This bright, spacious dining room takes a similar approach with its rainbow lighting but applies it against a white backdrop. Here, rainbow pendant lights and cords in every hue take centre stage.
Why we love it
This bright, spacious dining room takes a similar approach with its rainbow lighting but applies it against a white backdrop. Here, rainbow pendant lights and cords in every hue take centre stage.
9. Location: Madrid, Spain
Why we love it
In a similar vein, this all-white children’s bedroom is embellished with rainbow- coloured hot-air balloon decorations against a neutral background.
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Why we love it
In a similar vein, this all-white children’s bedroom is embellished with rainbow- coloured hot-air balloon decorations against a neutral background.
Want to know how to get an all-white decor right?
10. Location: London, UK
Why we love it
This interior elegantly bridges both sides of the camp. The Rocco-inspired armchair upholstered with rich swirls of colour jazzes up a neutral backdrop, although instead of clashing, the contrasting styles complement one another.
Why we love it
This interior elegantly bridges both sides of the camp. The Rocco-inspired armchair upholstered with rich swirls of colour jazzes up a neutral backdrop, although instead of clashing, the contrasting styles complement one another.
11. Location: Austin, USA
Why we love it
Consider how this nook would look without the built-in banquette seat’s colourful stripes and the pop of yellow wall art … little details can make a big difference in lifting a space from plain to punchy.
Why we love it
Consider how this nook would look without the built-in banquette seat’s colourful stripes and the pop of yellow wall art … little details can make a big difference in lifting a space from plain to punchy.
12. Location: Kent, UK
Why we love it
The great thing about injecting pops of colour into your home with pieces of furniture is that you get to take them with you if you move.
Why we love it
The great thing about injecting pops of colour into your home with pieces of furniture is that you get to take them with you if you move.
13. Location: London, UK
Why we love it
The full spectrum comes to life in this kitchen and dining room, with translucent rainbow-hued chairs, red bar stools and a custom-designed glass backsplash in bright colours.
Here are 12 captivating kitchen colour combinations
Why we love it
The full spectrum comes to life in this kitchen and dining room, with translucent rainbow-hued chairs, red bar stools and a custom-designed glass backsplash in bright colours.
Here are 12 captivating kitchen colour combinations
14. Location: North Coogee, WA, Australia
Why we love it
There’s no rule that says colour must take centre stage. The rainbow rug in this Perth dining room unites the many different hues throughout the room without stealing the spotlight.
Why we love it
There’s no rule that says colour must take centre stage. The rainbow rug in this Perth dining room unites the many different hues throughout the room without stealing the spotlight.
15. Location: San Francisco, USA
Why we love it
This dining room is proof that rainbows can still shine in dark spaces. This colourful striped rug fits perfectly amid the brooding black panelled walls and dark, moody floorboards.
Why we love it
This dining room is proof that rainbows can still shine in dark spaces. This colourful striped rug fits perfectly amid the brooding black panelled walls and dark, moody floorboards.
16. Location: Boston, USA
Why we love it
This swirl rug echoes the colourful stripes in Milo Baughman’s wall art.
Why we love it
This swirl rug echoes the colourful stripes in Milo Baughman’s wall art.
17. Location: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Why we love it
Plywood has made a name for itself by complementing a countless array of styles, materials and hues – now we can add the full spectrum to that ever-growing list.
Why we love it
Plywood has made a name for itself by complementing a countless array of styles, materials and hues – now we can add the full spectrum to that ever-growing list.
18. Location: Adelaide, SA, Australia
Why we love it
We all know that colour, design and architecture can affect our mood, particularly for children. Which child wouldn’t feel happy playing with these rainbow shutters?
Why we love it
We all know that colour, design and architecture can affect our mood, particularly for children. Which child wouldn’t feel happy playing with these rainbow shutters?
19. Location: London, UK
Why we love it
Who could feel tired in this energetic room? The designers carefully fitted the measurements of this techni-coloured wall graphic to ensure the images of wet dripping paint did not cover the light switch.
Why we love it
Who could feel tired in this energetic room? The designers carefully fitted the measurements of this techni-coloured wall graphic to ensure the images of wet dripping paint did not cover the light switch.
20. Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Why we love it
Move over wallpaper, adhesive decals have pencilled themselves in as some of the most creative non-permanent wall decorations.
Take a look at 12 alternatives to wall paint
Why we love it
Move over wallpaper, adhesive decals have pencilled themselves in as some of the most creative non-permanent wall decorations.
Take a look at 12 alternatives to wall paint
21. Location: Raleigh, USA
Why we love it
Can’t decide which colour to paint your walls? Take inspiration from ‘Extreme Makeover: Home Design’ and use your paint chips and colour swatches to decorate your interiors in a riotous rainbow.
Why we love it
Can’t decide which colour to paint your walls? Take inspiration from ‘Extreme Makeover: Home Design’ and use your paint chips and colour swatches to decorate your interiors in a riotous rainbow.
22. Location: Neutral Bay, NSW, Australia
Why we love it
An oversized contemporary artwork complements this Sydney prefab home, which was built more than 20 years ago and considered progressive for its time.
Why we love it
An oversized contemporary artwork complements this Sydney prefab home, which was built more than 20 years ago and considered progressive for its time.
23. Location: Houston, USA
Why we love it
Surely the dreams of babies are sweeter when they fall asleep gazing at butterfly wall art in all the colours of the rainbow.
Why we love it
Surely the dreams of babies are sweeter when they fall asleep gazing at butterfly wall art in all the colours of the rainbow.
24. Location: Barcelona, Spain
Why we love it
Who says colour is purely ornamental? Definitely not the team at Houzz. These bright wall knobs help organise bags, keys, hats and scarves – no more excuses for leaving them lying on the floor.
Why we love it
Who says colour is purely ornamental? Definitely not the team at Houzz. These bright wall knobs help organise bags, keys, hats and scarves – no more excuses for leaving them lying on the floor.
25. Location: London, UK
Why we love it
Here’s an experiment for you – imagine the fluorescent wall mouldings in this bathroom were white. What springs to mind? A classically-inspired powder room. It’s amazing how even minimal trimmings of colour can transform a space to the max.
Why we love it
Here’s an experiment for you – imagine the fluorescent wall mouldings in this bathroom were white. What springs to mind? A classically-inspired powder room. It’s amazing how even minimal trimmings of colour can transform a space to the max.
26. Location: Miami, USA
Why we love it
Fancy full immersion into the world of colour? This striped rainbow bathtub is just the ticket.
Why we love it
Fancy full immersion into the world of colour? This striped rainbow bathtub is just the ticket.
27. Location: Ottawa, Canada
Why we love it
The playful rainbow mosaic tiles in this bathroom work as a revitalising morning wake-up call – no coffee required.
Here’s how to wow with mosaic tiles
Why we love it
The playful rainbow mosaic tiles in this bathroom work as a revitalising morning wake-up call – no coffee required.
Here’s how to wow with mosaic tiles
28. Location: Toronto, Canada
Why we love it
You can still embrace modern minimalism and welcome colour into your home. A rainbow chevron-patterned cushion teams up with these cheeky wall plates to ensure this monochrome breakfast nook doesn’t take itself too seriously.
Why we love it
You can still embrace modern minimalism and welcome colour into your home. A rainbow chevron-patterned cushion teams up with these cheeky wall plates to ensure this monochrome breakfast nook doesn’t take itself too seriously.
29. Location: Beverly Hills, USA
Why we love it
Rainbow-hued abstract art and sculptural pieces in the entrance of this home invite guests to look up and appreciate the high vaulted ceilings crowned with a series of skylights.
Why we love it
Rainbow-hued abstract art and sculptural pieces in the entrance of this home invite guests to look up and appreciate the high vaulted ceilings crowned with a series of skylights.
30. Location: Sydney, NSW, Australia
Why we love it
One of the best things about embracing rainbow colours en masse is knowing that every treasure in your home will find a companion of a complementary colour within the space – no more mis-matched hues, no more clashing palettes, just a harmonious co-existence where the full spectrum is accepted.
Read more:
26 Colour Filled Homes From Across the Globe
Tell us:
What’s your approach to embracing colour at home – little details, curated gestures or full-on saturation? Post your images in the Comments below.
Why we love it
One of the best things about embracing rainbow colours en masse is knowing that every treasure in your home will find a companion of a complementary colour within the space – no more mis-matched hues, no more clashing palettes, just a harmonious co-existence where the full spectrum is accepted.
Read more:
26 Colour Filled Homes From Across the Globe
Tell us:
What’s your approach to embracing colour at home – little details, curated gestures or full-on saturation? Post your images in the Comments below.
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Why we love it
This Miami pop-inspired interior breaks all the rules, but perhaps it’s time we wrote some new ones. Regardless of whether you love or loathe bold colours at home, it takes admirable courage to defy the norm in such daring and dazzling ways.