The excitement of summer’s arrival can be felt the minute you take in these vibrant hues. Whether you’re painting an entire room or adding in pops with accessories, they’re sure to make an enthusiastic statement.

Radiant Yellow

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Imbuing your home with this sunny hue is guaranteed to sparkle up the aesthetic in an instant. A kitchen or dining room is the perfect spot to use lemony yellow, perhaps on a backsplash or an accent wall. If you’re leaning toward more mustardy tones, they look fantastic in the living room, especially on furniture and accessories. Try pale yellow in the bedroom for a glowing yet calming look.

Crisp White

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White walls are always a good choice for creating a refreshing and serene envelope. The pale shade allows other colourful decorative elements to take centre stage. If you choose to go bold with your wall colour, white furniture and textiles will help illuminate the space. White can be applied in abundance without overwhelming the overall scheme.

Fresh Green

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Refreshing mint, tangy lime, grass or moss—green is connected to nature, growth and renewal. It is easily introduced through houseplants but also through painting your walls or adorning your space with green accessories. However you use it, it’s bound to inject your home with a lovely energetic vibe.

Ocean Turquoise

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Blue tops the list for sea lovers. It evokes the horizon, beach vacations and relaxation. Mixed with green, it becomes turquoise, a dynamic and fresh shade ideal for a change of scenery without leaving home.

Vibrant Orange

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Salmon, coral or tangerine, orange is a colour that’s sure to invigorate your home’s atmosphere. Applied on an accent wall or even all walls in the room, orange pairs well with many different shades—our favourite combinations are orange with moss green, light pink, fuschia or sky blue. If you want orange to star, use it with only one other colour that’s pale or muted. Prefer not to paint with orange? Try it out with small accessories like toss cushions, trays or lamps.