{"id":17659,"date":"2025-03-05T05:35:34","date_gmt":"2025-03-05T05:35:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/?post_type=glossary&#038;p=17659"},"modified":"2026-02-27T10:26:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T10:26:09","slug":"complementary-colors","status":"publish","type":"glossary","link":"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/glossary\/interior-design\/complementary-colors\/","title":{"rendered":"Complementary Colors"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Complementary colors are pairs that are opposite to each other on the color wheel. Some of the most commonly known pairs include: red-green, blue-orange, and yellow-purple. These colors capture attention due to their high contrast, bringing life to a space.\n<\/p>\n<p>When using complementary colors in interior design, designers often use different shades or tints to make the colors feel softer. This helps achieve a harmonious feel within a room. Complementary colors can be strategically used to accentuate certain features or areas, such as walls, furniture, or even appliances, making the overall space more appealing and interesting.\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<h3>Not to be confused with<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"not_confuse\">\n<div class=\"card-box\">\n<div class=\"glo-box hovercard\">\n<p><strong>Analogous Colors<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\nColors that are next to each other on the color wheel, creating harmonious and subtle combinations rather than high-contrast ones.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How to Use Complementary Colors<\/h2>\n<p>Choosing colors thoughtfully plays a crucial role in making a room beautiful and appealing. The correct distribution and combination of colors can create a balanced, interesting space. These strategies can help use complementary colors in interior design efficiently:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply the 60-30-10 rule for a balanced distribution<\/li>\n<li>Use varying intensities for sophisticated looks<\/li>\n<li>Create accent walls with complementary color pairs<\/li>\n<li>Incorporate through artwork and accessories<\/li>\n<li>Balance with neutral elements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Common Complementary Color Pairs<\/h2>\n<p>Here are some common examples of complementary color combinations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Navy Blue and Orange<\/li>\n<li>Forest Green and Deep Red<\/li>\n<li>Royal Purple and Golden Yellow<\/li>\n<li>Teal and Coral<\/li>\n<li>Burgundy and Sage Green<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: All information and\/or data from external sources is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Complementary colors are pairs that are opposite to each other on the color wheel. 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