Blue is a colour that promotes wellbeing, associated with blue skies and calm water. It is a popular choice for interiors as it evokes a sense of calm, making you relax without even realising.

This season our trend colours, Yolk yellow and Pool blue, point to the colours of nature; blue skies and the yellow sun. In a post-pandemic world, we are feeling optimistic and hopeful; our new calming blue is inspired by the feeling of clouds lifting and blue skies appearing. Blue is having a serious moment in interiors for 2023; layer our Pool blue diffuser wall light or floor lamp into your space for an instant home refresh.

The Calming Effect of Blue

The colour blue is a versatile and timeless option that can be used in various ways to create a cohesive and inviting living space. Blue is often associated with calmness and tranquility. This is why it is commonly used in bedrooms and bathrooms. The colour blue has been known to lower blood pressure and heart rate, making it an excellent choice for spaces where relaxation is needed. Light blue hues like sky blue are perfect for creating a calming ambience. You can pair these shades with white or cream colours to create a serene and elegant look.

Blue is a cool colour, a colour that can make a room recede, creating more space - perfect for narrow hallways and small bathrooms.

Blue Accents

If you are not ready to commit to painting your walls blue, you can add blue accents to your living space. Blue accessories, such as throw pillows, curtains, or rugs, can be a great way to add the colour to a room without going overboard. Blue accents can add depth and interest to a neutral space. Our diffuser floor lamp or round diffused wall lights are the perfect introductions to this uplifting colour. With its versatility, Pool Blue is an excellent colour for any space.

Blue in Different Spaces

Blue can be used in various spaces in our homes to create a specific mood or ambience. In bedrooms, blue can create a calming and restful atmosphere, perfect for promoting a good night's sleep. In bathrooms, blue can create a spa-like environment, making it the perfect colour choice for relaxation and rejuvenation. Blue can also be used in living rooms to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Whether you choose to paint your walls blue or add blue accents, this colour will enhance your living spaces.

Painting a room blue is a great way to create a calming atmosphere. Lighter shades of blue, like sky blue or baby blue, are perfect for bedrooms or bathrooms. Darker shades, like navy or royal blue, can add depth and sophistication to a living room or dining room. When you are choosing the shade of blue, make sure you consider how much natural light that room gets and whether the shade of blue could end up looking grey and sludgy.

Pairing Blue with Other colours

When pairing blue with other colours in interiors, it's essential to find the right balance. You can pair Pool Blue with shades of green, such as sage or olive, for a natural and calming look. You can also pair it with shades of pink or coral for a cheerful and vibrant look.

Blue is a versatile colour that can be paired with a variety of other colours to create a cohesive and visually appealing interior design. When paired with white, blue can create a clean and crisp look. Blue and yellow can create a playful and cheerful atmosphere - with blue cooling down yellow, and yellow warming up blue, - while blue and green can create a natural and calming environment. Additionally, blue and grey create a sophisticated and elegant look, perfect for modern and minimalist interior designs. Blue is a versatile colour so consider layering our Pool blue diffuser floor and wall lights into your existing decor schemes for a cool and contemporary update. The possibilities are endless, and you can create a unique look that reflects your style.

Now, why is blue a trending color at the moment?

One reason is its versatility. Blue can be used in many ways in interiors, from a calming accent color to a bold statement color. Additionally, blue is a timeless color that never goes out of style. It's also a color that can work well with many other colors, making it easy to incorporate into existing decor. Finally, blue is a color that is often associated with nature, water, and the sky, which can bring a sense of tranquility to a space. All of these factors contribute to blue being a trending color in interior design.

Speaking of peace…

For even more peace of mind, remember that we are a carbon neutral business that uses energy efficient bulbs and fully recyclable packaging. Due to its delicate nature, lighting is notoriously difficult to package safely and sustainably… We worked hard to navigate these hurdles: we swapped the plastic ziplock bag for a brown paper kit back, we use brown paper tape that can be recycled and we use carefully constructed cardboard inserts to protect the glass

We also offset all our production emissions and all of our customers usage emissions for 10 years! We hate waste and so we make lights that last - all our products have a 2-year quality guarantee and you can have free spare parts for life. That’s guilt-free lighting!