When deciding on the colour scheme of your home, it can be difficult to know where to start. That’s why Arden Homes have partnered with renowned Australian brand Dulux to bring you a range of colours to make sure you find the perfect match.
Whether you’re exploring a traditional, timeless look with whites and neutrals, or taking a modern approach by styling playful hues; the base colour scheme you choose plays a significant role in setting the tone for the overall look-and-feel of your home.
Create a colour scheme
Having a basic understanding of how colours go together can help set the mood for your entire home. Establishing a colour scheme is essential to creating a home that feels harmonious and inviting.
Draw inspiration from Arden Homes
With experienced interior designers apart of our team, we consider ourselves to be experts in the home styling space. You can draw inspiration from our website, Instagram and Pinterest pages for curated colour palettes, styling ideas, and practical examples.
Visit a display home
If you like what you see online, experience your preferred colour scheme in person by visiting an Arden display. This is your chance to try before you buy, feeling firsthand how different colours can change the mood, creating harmony and flow.
Think holistically
Think of your home as one unified space where every area is connected. Opt for colours that work harmoniously to create a seamless flow between zones like the home theatre and open-plan living. Familiarise yourself with the colour wheel to ensure your features stand out without clashing.
Understanding your colour scheme
Monochromatic
A monochromatic colour scheme is built around a single colour or hue, incorporating its shades, tones, and tints to create a calm and cohesive atmosphere. Light tones evoke a soft, delicate feel, while dark tones add depth and drama. Combining both can bring balance and energy to your space.
Designer Tip: Add contrast, texture, and patterns to bring dimension and vibrancy to a monochromatic palette.
Harmonious
This colour combination uses hues adjacent to each other on the colour wheel. This creates a comfortable and relaxing mood with just the right amount of energy. This colour scheme is great for those who want top play with colour without being too bold.
Designer Tip: The closer the colours on the wheel, the more harmonious your scheme will be.
Contrasting
This colour scheme highlights colours opposite each other on the colour wheel, such as blue and orange. Pairing a bold, rich tone from spectrum with a lighter shade from another creates a striking visual contrast.
Designer Tip: Using a muted or softer version of contrasting colours will create a more balanced and refined look. For our maximalists, stick to the bold colours!
Test and visualise with Dulux
Still feeling a bit unsure about your colour scheme? Our partner Dulux have a ‘test and visualise’ service. Click on the image below to discover their online tool.
Deciding on your home’s colour scheme is a pivotal step in creating a home that reflects your personality and lifestyle. Whether you prefer timeless neutrals or bold, contrasting hues, Arden Homes in partnership with Dulux aim to make the process seamless and inspiring.
Take the next step in designing your dream home by visiting and Arden display. It’s here that you will experience the carefully curated colour schemes in real life to feel how they’ll transform and personalise your space.
Start the journey of a lifetime by visiting an Arden display home today! Discover our display location at the link here.