New York is not exactly associated with colour – more the lack of – with images of New York often portraying monochrome outfits and industrial-style interiors, coffee and exposed brick walls. But the capital is filled with historic townhouses too, many of them artistic and packed with colour.
Here, three eccentric homes inspire us with their creative use of colour.
1. COLOUR BLOCK
In onefinestay's Soho Gallery Townhouse in Manhattan, rooms feature top-to-toe colour, and continues onto the ceiling. Even cupboards and doors have received a coating of the same shade.
Vibrant soft furnishings offer a playful contrast and help bring the space to life.
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The outdoor terrace is no exception, and also features the same milky green shade.
2. COLOUR FRAME
Soft furnishings aren't the only way to introduce contrasting pops of colour; in the same Soho Gallery Townhouse strips of red frame cupboard doors in the bedroom, injecting instant energy.
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3. MATCH THE ART
And finally, in the same property, vibrant artworks set the colour palette for a room, then soft furnishings are added to highlight the hues. In the room below, the blue from the painting is even added onto skirting and window ledges, further highlighting the colour scheme.
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4. LIGHT
We all know how light can influence colour and bring out different versions of that colour; for example, the same colour can look muted in cool daylight but more vibrant in warmer light.
Over in Manhattan's Flatiron district, onefinestay's NoMad Townhouse uses the same soothing soft turquoise in the two sitting rooms. Here, it feels snug and is warmed up with coral fabrics and late afternoon sun.
Meanwhile in the connecting room with paler furnishings and more natural daylight, the effect is much more muted.
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5. MOOD BOOSTER
The same townhouse also features a study space, dipped in a zingy, mood-boosting coral. We can imagine this space will feel energising and uplifting to work in.
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6. GLOSS
Gloss wall paint is not a popular choice, but in onefinestay's Park Avenue Mansion in Manhattan's chic Upper East Side, it clearly demonstrates how gloss paint can help reflect and bounce light around, making a space appear larger.
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The whole room received lashing of the paint, including every detail of the fireplace and mantelpiece too.
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7. COBALT
Cobalt blue – and particularly Yves Klein blue – are known for their bright and energetic qualities. In the same Upper East Side property cobalt blue creates the perfect backdrop to a sports-themed room, complete with climbing wall and basketball 'court'.
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