The key with turquoise it just to make sure that you stay in charge—make the color work for you, not the other way around. From statement-making, saturated wall paint to accent pillows, furniture, and tile, there are so many ways to add turquoise elements to any room in your home and strike exactly the vibe you’re hoping for, from energetic and funky to calm and tranquil. We love the way the designers of Villa Helios incorporated so many of the natural colors of their surroundings into this luxe outdoor space. The washed white stucco and hardwood patio make a cool contrast to deep turquoise cushions and throw pillows. It’s tempting to stick to neutral colors outdoors (tan, white, black, grey, brown), but with those stunning ocean views so close at hand, in this space turquoise actually is a natural color. Embrace the jewel tones in the world around you and bring them into your design. One of the most outstanding elements of this space is the turquoise seagrass-inspired back wall, which brings to mind visions of a gently waving sea, as well as natural gemstones. Thanks to traditional cabinetry and furniture with clean lines, this stand-out feature looks low-key luxe rather than over-the-top. Upon first glance you may not be able to pinpoint exactly why this room feels like it would completely envelop you as soon as you took a seat behind that desk, but the secret is the painted ceiling! With the ceiling painted the same hue as the walls, with no break in the trim, you feel wrapped up and embraced by what’s around you—including the leafy trees just outside the window. The contrasts in this room are stark, but still pleasing. Pairing warm and cool tones like this will give a room tons of energy and life, and probably boost your mood, too, which is why we see it so often. Just be sure to limit the color palette beyond your main two choices and the neutral background—you don’t want to end up with an overwhelming “taste the rainbow” look. The overall energy of this room is mellow and subdued, perfect for entertaining at cocktail hour or cozying up with the family for movies on a rainy afternoon. We also love how you can just barely see that the dining tables are also turquoise, giving flow and continuity to the whole space. Ahhh, how zen. The tiles give this bathroom an almost Gatsby-esque deco vibe, but the pale color scheme keeps things feeling modern and cool. In a room like this that is literally “cool,” it’s best to avoid warm metallics like brass and gold and go for shiny silver and stainless steel fixtures. Look for bedspreads, throw blankets and pillows that mix textures and prints in green, teal, turquoise, navy and white. Toss in some vintage Chinoiserie. Find a few wicker furniture pieces if you want a more lush, tropical feel, or add Mid-Century Modern furniture for a more Mad Men-era vibe.
