Decorating With Turquoise: Big + Small Ideas
Inspiration for whatever level of turquoise decorating ideas you need.
Decorating with turquoise is believed to bring harmony and happiness. Depending on what turquoise is paired with, it can add a zing of energy or it can peacefully ground a room. Whether you are looking to decorate with turquoise in small, subtle ways or big, bold statements, check out our top turquoise decorating ideas below or skip ahead to the section you're interested in.
Add a Touch of Turquoise
Integrate Turquoise All Over
Go Big
Bring Turquoise Outdoors
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But first – what goes with turquoise? In spite of its brightness and blue-green hues, turquoise can be an incredibly versatile color. If you want your turquoise to pop (say with a sofa or a large piece of wall art) use it as an accent among neutral shades like black, white, and gray. Alternatively, consider the color wheel and pair turquoise with rust orange. These color-combinations complement each other and give nods to mid-century modern interior design. If you really want to make a statement, mix turquoise with jewel tones like emerald, sapphire, and blush. These shades will liven up a space and are best used in high-energy rooms like the entryway or living room.
Add a Touch of Turquoise
Rather than committing to all-turquoise everything upfront, start slowly by working accents and decor into your space. There are a variety of turquoise interior design ideas to try that can help you achieve the look.
Consider tossing a turquoise blanket onto the bed or a living room sofa or add a couple of turquoise pillows to your accent chairs. Turquoise pillows and blankets will look subtler on a beige sofa and really pop on leather furniture. Try adding a piece of turquoise wall art to your gallery. We suggest placing turquoise next to black-and-white pieces, like in the above photo, to make a statement. Or try pairing turquoise art with warm-toned orange and yellow pieces for bright, energizing interiors. If you have a sideboard or bookcase with home decor, decorative objects, and books, think about adding a playful turquoise piece like a sea-glass-inspired vase, bookends, or candle holders.
If you want to try decorating with turquoise in small doses, you can infuse turquoise home decor and furnishings into just one room. Opt for turquoise bedding to breathe life and coolness into your bedroom. Or choose turquoise serveware to elevate mealtime. You can also change out bath linens for turquoise towels. The best part about turquoise decor is that it's easy to swap out.
If turquoise has been a part of your preferred color palette for a long time, you may already have bits of turquoise lying around. To take decorating with turquoise to the next level, find ways to infuse it into every room without letting it take over as the sole color.
Create an accent wall with turquoise wallpaper – try peel-and-stick wallpaper since it's not permanent. To add turquoise to the bathroom or kitchen, change the backsplash or shower tiles to turquoise. Blue hues are known for creating a soothing atmosphere. A turquoise painted bathroom can create a spa-like atmosphere for relaxing showers and soaks. Stick to simple neutral shades such as black and white for the rest of the floor and wall tiles so the turquoise really pops.
Pick out a few pieces of turquoise accent furniture for an eye-catching living room. A turquoise pouf would pair well with a black leather sofa. Set a turquoise lamp atop a nightstand or on a coffee table to break up wood furniture. Shy away from gauzy sheer curtains and hang up turquoise ones instead. You'll break up the room and add turquoise to the walls without requiring a paint job.
If you are ready to go big when decorating with turquoise, go beyond home decor. Narrow down the room you want to transform and focus your attention on the largest piece of furniture. For living room interiors, you might swap out the sofa or chairs with a turquoise option. In a bedroom, choose a turquoise headboard or bedroom set.
A turquoise sideboard or bar stools can elevate a kitchen nook or dining room. And finally, roll out a large turquoise rug over a hardwood floor. Turquoise really pops when it's against a light-toned wood like maple or white oak.
Now that we've breezed through our top turquoise decorating ideas for your home interiors, there's one more home space we feel the need to cover: outdoors. Decorating with turquoise is just the thing for brightening up a patio, balcony, or backyard. The tropical hue will lighten up any patio happy hour or backyard barbecue and remind you of summer vacations. Choose turquoise outdoor furniture to make the most of the color, or add pops of turquoise to your space. Turquoise throw pillows can liven up a sofa with beige or gray shades. A turquoise rug will keep the floor temperate while adding some spice.
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