Features of turquoise color in the interior
When designing, take into account the following nuances:
- Despite its tenderness, turquoise is a fairly active and even slightly aggressive color, so it requires very careful handling. For example, it is not recommended to overload a room with a sofa of this shade with unnecessary decorative elements.
- Turquoise color is more suitable for sunny rooms with high levels of natural light.
- When using a cool shade of turquoise, it is important that the room does not look too cold, especially if it is done in white.
Yellow
The cheerful yellow set charges its owners with optimism from the very morning. If the sun rarely peeks through the window in your kitchen, then this is definitely a good choice.
To avoid getting an “overdose” from sunlight, choose pastel yellow.
Kilo-lemon goes well with strict dark gray or blue, but on a white background it looks too defiant. Mustard, wheat or pear shades go well with beige, pistachio, and brown.
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Sofa design options
There are two design options:
- Modular. It is a truly stylish, comfortable and functional design, consisting of modules that can be rearranged and used separately.
- Folding. It combines beauty and practicality and is considered an indispensable furniture attribute, which is a compact sofa during the day, and a comfortable sleeping bed at night. Folding models may differ in various transformation mechanisms, for example, book, eurobook, click-clack, accordion and others.
Thanks to a certain design option, it is possible to solve various interior problems and compensate for the lack of space, which is especially important in a small room, for example in a one-room apartment or in an apartment such as a studio.
What upholstery material comes in turquoise?
Also an important factor is the sofa upholstery, which is responsible for the quality and service life of upholstered furniture:
- Leather. It is an elite and luxurious upholstery that can be matte, lacquered, wrinkled or embossed.
- Leatherette. Gives the sofa model elasticity, smoothness and gives it a presentable appearance. However, faux leather can fade quickly.
- Eco-leather. It is soft and elastic and can have a different texture with embossing and dressing.
- Fabric. Modern upholstery velor, tapestry, suede textiles, velvet, flock, matting or other fabrics have a huge variety of textures, shade solutions and can be decorated with patterns and prints of any complexity.
The photo shows a sofa with turquoise leather upholstery in the interior of a modern living room.
Tones, shades and combinations of turquoise color
The sofa design in a deep dark turquoise shade, combined with yellow and mustard shades, will perfectly complement even the smallest room. Also, this color will look no less attractive in combination with soft blue, milky or pastel tones in the interior.
A rich bright turquoise model or cyan-hued products can be safely combined with other colorful elements, for example, in pink, blue, green, red, purple or lilac tones, the main thing is that the colors do not compete, but rather complement each other.
The photo shows the interior of the living room with a sofa made in black and turquoise shades.
This color scheme creates a particularly harmonious combination with yellow, terracotta, blue, beige, blue, black, white, as well as gold or silver. A gray-turquoise or turquoise-brown two-color combination is considered very impressive and original, in which turquoise opens up in a completely new way.
The photo shows a sofa structure with a dark turquoise ottoman in the interior.
Beautiful design solutions
Light turquoise color is an ideal companion for an interior in white shades. It looks especially chic in modern studio apartments. Gray tones will add additional coolness to the atmosphere; they can be used in lamps or paintings. Green splashes will refresh the design - for example, live plants or a beautiful aquarium.
The abundance of turquoise color not only does not spoil, but also perfectly “enlivens” the room. An exquisite corner sofa in bright colors, matching armchairs and pouf, as well as turquoise curtains will make the interior rich and original. You can add yellow or golden colors to this setting. A black and white zebra print will also complement the room.
A luxurious modern style can be created by adding a calm white tone to turquoise and yellow. A bright sofa framed by white and yellow armchairs looks romantically tender. One wall made in a similar tone will also help to set it off. Greenish curtains, a mirrored table and an elegant chandelier will be the finishing touch to the atmosphere of the room.
A stylish turquoise sofa can act as both an accent and an addition to the interior. If you decide to choose this color as the only one, diversify it with sand, beige and brown tones.
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Such a neutral palette will help the sofa stand out even more. But when the sofa itself serves as an addition, choose something to match.
Lamps, armchairs, curtains, vases, and paintings are well suited for this purpose.
Children really like small turquoise sofas. All kids love bright, saturated colors, so such a purchase will definitely come in handy. But don’t overdo it with flashy shades - curtains and small decor on the walls or closet will be enough. It is better to decorate the overall interior in sand or milky tones.
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Shapes and sizes of sofas
Basic options for sizes and shapes.
Corner sofa
Currently, it is the most popular and aesthetic interior solution. This design easily fits into both spacious and small rooms, occupying an empty corner space.
The photo shows the interior of a living room with a corner sofa with turquoise fabric upholstery.
Straight
It is distinguished by an incredibly simple geometric shape, due to which it can be used to decorate the design of any room. The straight model fits perfectly along a wall or even in a corner.
Small
Miniature upholstered furniture significantly saves space in the room and, thanks to its compact size, can be placed almost anywhere.
Sofa drawing and design ideas
It is especially beneficial to emphasize and shade the turquoise color of the sofa with the help of white armrests, thus the design will acquire an even more luxurious appearance. For small rooms, an excellent design solution would be models with legs that do not look bulky and thereby impart elegance and sophistication to the decor. An even more original design option are semicircular sofa structures; they have a very impressive and expensive appearance.
The photo shows a straight sofa in turquoise color, decorated with wooden legs.
A turquoise sofa with a striped print will fill the room with special freshness and, unlike the usual monochromatic product, will bring dynamism to the surrounding space. A classic design option is the aesthetically pleasing Chesterfield model, which can fit into almost any room.
Interior decoration with a turquoise sofa
Examples of decoration in the design of various rooms.
Photo of sofas in the living room
In order for a turquoise sofa to create a complete interior picture, it is better to emphasize it with various decorative elements in the same color scheme, for example, paintings, vases or curtains. Additional coolness in the room can be brought with the help of gray tones, and splashes of green color in the form of living plants or an aquarium will help to significantly refresh the atmosphere.
The photo shows the interior of the living room, decorated with a sofa with turquoise velor upholstery.
Sofa for the kitchen
The kitchen space is ideal for using turquoise. Metallized and silver surfaces of household appliances will be especially advantageous in combination with bright and unusual sofa upholstery.
In the children's room
A small sofa, a rich sea green color, will radically transform the nursery and become its most noticeable detail. This solution will fit perfectly into a boy’s room, and in combination with pink, it will be appropriate for a girl.
In the bedroom
In a dark bedroom located on the north side, with the help of delicate turquoise it will be possible to enliven the surrounding design and create a peaceful atmosphere conducive to comfortable rest. To complete the composition, the sofa structure can be complemented with a similar-colored ottoman, curtains and other decor.
The photo shows a bedroom with a turquoise sofa on legs.
Shades and color combinations
Turquoise color consists of a mixture of blue and green shades, and therefore, to choose a successful color scheme, use palettes of these particular colors. Turquoise is a cool color; it can calm and improve a person’s mood. Warmer shades can create a romantic, gentle atmosphere, while brighter shades will add coolness and freshness to the room.
A bright, rich aqua color can radically transform a room, and the rest of the home design will be built around it.
A light or muted shade is more related to the blue tone; blue upholstered furniture is calmer and does not draw attention to itself.
A sofa in bright turquoise shades can become both the main accent in the interior and a connecting element that unites all pieces of furniture and decor in different colors.
Let's take a closer look at the most spectacular color combinations.
The most classic and universal solution is harmony with white. This combination of colors is associated with the blue of the sky and the snow-white clouds. Another association that arises is the turquoise surface of the water and a white yacht. Tulle curtains reminiscent of a sail can complement the nautical style.
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All shades of yellow and orange create a contrasting combination, but at the same time very harmonious. It is the warm sunny shades that will add comfort, a summer mood and soften the brightness of turquoise.
Pairing with related blue or can create an aquarium effect. Such an interior should have a variety of lighting that will highlight the shades and allow the room to sparkle with different colors.
The combination with beige is also typical for a marine theme, as is the use of a blue sofa in the interior, where beige is sand and turquoise blue is the ocean.
Combination with green, light green or emerald can make the interior even more rich. To do this, simply add decorative pillows or a green rug.
For dreamy and gentle natures, combination with pink shades is suitable, and to enhance the brightness, you can use raspberry, red or fuchsia.
The combination with brown is also a classic option in interior design. This can be not only wooden furniture, but also brown drapes or wenge-colored curtains.
How does a sofa look in different styles?
The turquoise shade can be implemented in almost any style direction. For example, a soft sofa with scuffed wooden legs, surrounded by antique objects and complemented with lace pillows, can bring new colors to a Provence-style interior. In minimalism, a turquoise design with a clear, straight shape and plain upholstery looks especially harmonious. A combination with a gray color would also be appropriate here.
The photo shows a straight sofa in a light turquoise shade in a Scandinavian-style living room.
A bright or light turquoise model in a rustic country, urban loft or eclectic style looks no less interesting, adding a special piquancy to the design. Such upholstered furniture, characterized by rounded shapes, gracefully curved legs, backrest and armrests, can perfectly complement a classic interior.
The photo shows a classic interior with a turquoise sofa on wooden carved legs.
What styles is it suitable for?
The versatility of turquoise color allows it to be included in different interior styles. From a variety of shades, you can always choose the one that is ideal for one of the classic or modern trends. And with the help of well-chosen lighting, an experienced designer will focus on the green or blue tints of the upholstery of upholstered furniture.
- Turquoise sofas, decorated in the Rococo style, embody royal chic, but at the same time they help to recreate the intimate atmosphere of the boudoir. The elegant sofa is trimmed with gilding, has a bright color, and has ornate patterns on the tapestry or jacquard upholstery.
- Provence manifests itself with elegant simplicity and convenience. A turquoise sofa (choose muted tones) on curved wooden legs goes well with pale pink accessories. Decorative white pillows, trimmed with lace or decorated with embroidery, will be the perfect complement to mint-colored furniture.
- The design of a living room in an oriental style cannot be imagined without a turquoise shade. Featuring vibrant upholstery in warm blue-green tones, the ottoman is complemented by numerous throw pillows in a contrasting color with a variegated print, as well as gold embroidery, fringe, tassels, and carved wood legs and armrests.
- Minimalism does not tolerate anything superfluous. Clear geometry of forms, simple sophistication of design, complete or almost complete absence of additional decor are always observed. A laconic, simple living room “comes to life” with a turquoise sofa. The blue tint predominates; the upholstery should be plain.
- High-tech is an ultra-modern style for which functionality comes first. Preference is given to folding compact furniture. A corner sofa in turquoise color with an intricate shape will come in handy. The unusual light blue shade of the upholstery will create a beautiful tandem with chrome legs and armrests.
East style
The turquoise shade can be implemented in almost any style direction. For example, a soft sofa with scuffed wooden legs, surrounded by antique objects and complemented with lace pillows, can bring new colors to a Provence-style interior. In minimalism, a turquoise design with a clear, straight shape and plain upholstery looks especially harmonious. A combination with a gray color would also be appropriate here.
The photo shows a straight sofa in a light turquoise shade in a Scandinavian-style living room.
A bright or light turquoise model in a rustic country, urban loft or eclectic style looks no less interesting, adding a special piquancy to the design. Such upholstered furniture, characterized by rounded shapes, gracefully curved legs, backrest and armrests, can perfectly complement a classic interior.
The photo shows a classic interior with a turquoise sofa on wooden carved legs.
How to combine with other interior elements?
Examples of harmonious combination with various interior details:
- Curtains. Quite often, curtains are chosen to match the color of upholstered furniture; this solution is the most traditional. Depending on the style of the room, the curtains can be thick, massive, decorated with tassels and fringe, or they can be lighter curtains without unnecessary decoration. A paired chocolate-turquoise combination that fills the atmosphere with warmth and coziness, or a combination with a calm brown tint, looks very advantageous.
- Pillows. A beautiful complementary decor for turquoise will be plain white, gray, black or colored pillows in yellow and pink shades.
- Blankets, bedspread. A truly magical combination is achieved with a soft pink, light coffee and caramel blanket; a blood red and extravagant burgundy blanket looks very impressive.
- Carpets. To create a unique look, carpets on the floor are suitable, in deep blue, soothing green or even poisonous yellow tones, which go well with both light and dark turquoise.
- Armchair. A sofa decorated with a white or yellow armchair takes on a gentle and slightly romantic look. Combinations with emerald, light green, mint or sky blue armchairs and poufs will also attract attention and will not leave you indifferent.
- Wallpaper. The aqua-colored model will look especially advantageous against the background of neutral beige, gray, white, milky, pearl gray or blue-gray wallpaper. Turquoise also looks quite interesting when there is a green-yellow, green-blue or yellow-blue print on the walls.
The photo shows a small turquoise sofa combined with a soft pink blanket.
Thanks to the large number of shades, turquoise can be combined with both bright and more muted color palettes, thereby emphasizing and slightly diluting the overall interior picture.
Use in different rooms
The most important room where a turquoise sofa would be appropriate is, of course, the living room. Depending on the style of the room and the desired effect, choose different color variations. For harmony, pay attention not only to the shades of furniture, but also to the color of curtains, carpet and other textiles.
A turquoise sofa can also be placed in the bedroom, both in a classic and modern style. In the bedroom, you can also place a folding sofa instead of a bed, but it is better to use delicate shades, which are more conducive to a restful and sound sleep.
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In the kitchen-living room, a turquoise sofa will become a separating element between 2 zones. The entire style of the room should be united by a common thread, leading from one element to another. To do this, it is enough to correctly place color accents in the design of paintings, decorative pillows, curtains, vases and other small interior details.
As for the children's room, a turquoise sofa is suitable for both a boy's room and in combination with pink for a girl's room.
In addition to the sofa, one or a pair of armchairs in turquoise shades, as well as decorative pillows in this color scheme, can add brightness.
Here are a few more photos of a turquoise sofa in the interior of different rooms:
