Decorating a small attic room can seem challenging, but it doesn’t have to be! With some strategic use of color, you can make your tiny attic space feel open, airy and filled with personality. Here are some of the huetiful color ideas to consider when decorating your petite attic hideaway.
When working with a small room, it’s important to make it feel as spacious as possible. Dark colors tend to make spaces feel closed in and cramped. Instead, opt for light, airy hues like pastels, neutrals and soft whites. Painting your walls and ceiling a very light shade of blue, pink, green or gray will help reflect light around and make your attic room feel more expansive.
Shades like ultra-pale grays, creams and taupes are perfect neutral backdrops that won’t overwhelm a tiny room. Beige, eggshell, linen, ivory and other quiet neutrals will make the space feel soothing and serene. Pair your neutral walls with white trim for a seamless, clean look.
Delicate pastel shades like powder blue, blush, lavender and pistachio can make an attic room look light, bright and dreamy. Pastels add a touch of color without being overpowering in a small space. For a coordinated look, use various tints of one pastel color throughout the room.
You can never go wrong with an all-white color scheme. White reflects the most light and makes rooms instantly appear larger and brighter. Different shades of white like eggshell, snow, vanilla and alabaster can add subtle dimension while still keeping things light and airy. Add texture with white wicker furniture and lamps.
While it’s best to keep the walls and major furniture light, you can still have fun and inject personality by incorporating pops of brighter, bolder colors through accessories like throw pillows, small furniture pieces, artwork and decor items.
Bold hues like emerald green, citron yellow, fuchsia and turquoise make for cheerful accent colors that can brighten up a tiny attic room. Introduce them sparingly through decorative objects, art prints, flowers and textiles. Just a few vibrant punches of color will give your space a whimsical, playful feel without overwhelming it.
Complement your soft pastel or neutral wall color with contrasting hues in your accents and decor. For example, pair powder blue walls with orange and yellow pillows, or offset an ivory background with deep purple and fuchsia artwork and accessories. The contrast will keep things visually interesting.
Metallics add radiance and interest to small spaces. Incorporate shimmering gold, silver and bronze touches through framed prints, candles, table lamps, vases and jewelry holders. Metallic accents will catch the light beautifully and make your attic decor dazzle.
Some basic color theory practices can help make a small room feel pleasantly arranged. Stick to just 2-4 colors in total for a cohesive look. Try using complementary color schemes, like blue and orange or green and red, which bring out the best in each other. Analogous colors, like shades of blue, green and yellow, are serene and harmonious.
Choose colors that naturally complement each other, like deeper shades of purple paired with light dusty pinks and blues. Monochromatic color schemes (different tones of one color) are soothing and elegant. For a bold look, try using contrasting or opposite colors, like yellow and violet, which attract attention and feel dynamic together.
Use your boldest accent color on the area you want to be the visual focus of the room, like behind the bed or on a piece of statement art. This will draw the eye and prevent the space from feeling busy. Keep accessories around the focal point in coordinating colors for a polished look.
Finally, pull your attic color scheme together with some beautiful finishing details. Add layers of soft textiles like curtains, rugs and bedding to make the room feel cozy. Incorporate nature with potted plants and flowers in colorful pots. Use stylish accessories like candles, books and artwork to inject visual interest. With the right use of color, your tiny attic room can feel welcoming, charming and uniquely huetiful!
Dale is the colorful mind behind HuetifulHomes.com, where he shows you how to create a home that is as fun and fabulous as you are. He has a passion for color and a knack for DIY, with years of interior design experience he shares his tips and tricks on how to create a home that reflects your personality and style. He believes that color is the key to happiness, and he wants to help you make your home more Huetiful.
