Simona is an interior design and décor writer for Homedit. Since 2011, she has been writing about interior design, DIY solutions, and the latest trends in home architecture.
Of all the colors our eyes can perceive, turquoise is one of the most interesting and mysterious, one of the most alluring and captivating. It’s a cold color, just like blue and green, its parents. It borrows their attributes, depending on the shade and intensity.
Turquoise is actually a color often found in nature so it has a refreshing a soothing effect on the body and mind. Reminiscent of beautiful clear waters and of the gemstone which gave it its name, this colors is sometimes used in tropical interior design or for creating soothing and calming environments. Its calming nature is not the only characteristic which defines this striking shade.
There’s a more energetic side to this majestic color. Brighter tones look great combined with white or light beige and a refreshing contrast is created. It’s a great color to include in your palette if you’re decorating a breach house or an exotic retreat. Of course, the versatility of turquoise in interior décor allows you to take full advantage of its beautiful characteristics in other contexts as well.