25 Room Color Ideas From the AD Archive

Tony Duquette had it right: More is definitely more. And if you’re on the hunt for room color ideas—especially on the bright and bold side—there are few resources better than the pages of AD. 

Although most modern-day design lovers shy away from using saturated swaths of color at home, opting instead for the Scandinavian neutrals that have become so of-the-moment, there’s something to be said for making a statement, whether your tastes skew toward the minimalist or you consider yourself more of a traditionalist. When splashed on walls, accented through accessories, or used to cover furnishings, vibrant hues have a way of infusing a space with cheerful energy, invigorating the senses, and prompting creativity with just one look. To prove our point, we took to the AD archives and came up with a collection of inspiring living rooms, bedrooms, libraries, and more that will have you seeing red, blue, green—every color of the rainbow.

From purple kitchens to turquoise powder rooms and pink staircases, here are 25 room color ideas to bookmark for your next project.