Design Principles Study

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SPLIT
COMPLEMENTARY
COLOUR 
SCHEME 
Here is a colour scheme that's fun and vibrant, yet sophisticated and mature enough for an adults bedroom.

The ceiling in this space is quite high, in order to lessen the dramatic hight, there is a black horizontal stripe through the drapes, and a black curtain rail that both help break down the immense room height.

Because there is a combination of patterns that all contrast with each other in colour and style, a rhythm is achieved throughout the space, leading your eye around the room.     

A Split Complementary Scheme is created by selecting one colour on your wheel, and instead of it's complementary colour opposite, use the two either side of it. By using different tints and shades of the hue, the space will become sophisticated and dynamic. 

So here is the Palette that we are going forward with for sourcing the objects when recreating this scheme. This includes the more prominent tints and shades of colour seen in the inspiration image.

An interpretation.
When trying to replicate the mood and scheme that this image presents, the most important elements are the colours, scale, and shape. To make sure you stay on the right track, refer to the original image and colour palette through the selection process.

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When finding a bed for this room, the main elements you need to be concerned with are the materials, shape and finish. In this case a dark wood frame, with no fine detailing (slightly raw cut if you can find it).

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Here are two Eames replica chairs with a very similar colour and shape to the ones pictured. Although they are higher, by playing with arrangement and maybe making them face each other, you wont throw off the proportions too much.

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For your drapery material find the desired colour (salmon/orange), then look for a light material that drapes cleanly and sits in even pleats. This material has a thin horizontal stripe, but because it's not too bold it wont stunt the height of your room (if you have lower ceilings than those pictured).

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The chandelier in the scheme image is quite strange, and may not be to everyones taste, so in that fashion this light is an odd interpretation too. This one adds an element of youthful fun and fantasy. It's yellow(ish) base fits with the palette and other lamp colours also work in well.

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Don't forget that accessories are a great way to introduce character and fun into a space. This art print just makes me smile, choose pieces that evoke a positive reaction from yourself.

**When it comes to the soft furnishings and accessories, don't be hesitant to bring in more colours in small amounts, as you see in the original image with the bedspread and cushions. Or as I have in the chandelier**