The Andrew Martin ethos can be defined by our love of bold
colour combined with a passion for discovery and exploration, and
our paint collection is no different. Amongst a wide array of
versatile and usable neutrals, you'll find intermittent bursts of
colour. From vibrant yellows and energising pinks to rich deep
jewel tones. Read on to discover some of our favourite colourful
hues and ideas on how and where to use them.
Photo: Walls painted in Firefly
Photo: Walls painted in Lake Tekapo
Photo: Walls painted in Satsuma
Yellow is mellow and uplifting all at the same time. It transports us back to long lazy sun drenched days in the Mediterranean and it can brighten us up on the darkest of winter days. It works brilliantly with blues, teals, greens and reds, and for real crisp freshness use with white
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Bright and vibrant tones are guaranteed to inject energy into
your interiors. Inspired by spectacular shades of nature, milky
turquoise Lake Tekapo
and playful Dutch Tulip
will breathe new life into your home. Make a statement with your
walls and use carefully chosen furniture to define the overall
function and feel of a room. Choose different tones of the same
shade to soften the look, or go for crisp whites and contrasting
colours to up the drama. For those not brave enough to flood a
whole room with a colour as bright as the golden hues of Firefly then use
it as an accent colour in smaller areas or unexpected places such
as inside cupboards for a similar element of surprise and
delight.
Photo: Walls painted in Dutch Tulip
Photo: Dutch Tulip Inspiration
With increased emphasis on using our interiors to reinforce our
connection to nature and the outside world, blues and greens have
taken on a new significance. The muted quality of Canopy, Greenwich
Blue and Skipper offer an
effortless approach to colour. Despite having darker pigments, each
inspire a relaxed and calming atmosphere that suits a range of
spaces from kitchens or bedrooms to downstairs loos. For a relaxed
and eclectic feel layer lush Canopy with earthy yellows or reds and
ethic inspired prints. Pair Greenwich Blue with crisp white fabrics
and antique metallic textures for a feeling of timeless
elegance.
Photo: Walls painted in Canopy
Photo: Walls painted in Greenwich Blue
Colourful interiors don't always have to be bright. Deep, rich
jewel tones are perfect for incorporating colour into your home and
creating an intimate setting suited to studies, snugs or dining
rooms. Inspired by Argentina's rich and full bodied wine, Mendoza
Malbec is a sumptuous shade that creates dramatic interiors,
but can be offset with a soft pale grey like Cloud
Forest for a more versatile look. Similarly, Japanese
Kimono is a rich purple hue that is often associated with
royalty so has a luxurious feel. Pair with creamy neutrals like
Coconut
Beach for a more contemporary look.
Photo: Walls painted in Japanese Kimono
Photo: Japanese Kimono inspiration
Opt for darker, more dramatic tones such as purple or navy to make larger rooms appear more intimate or choose lighter hues, such as grey to create the illusion of space
