Adding colour to a neutral space is always fairly nerve-racking, especially when you’re longing for a vibrant shade – there’s always the fear of doing what I did, getting half way through a wall of fuchsia paint, and then going ‘naaaaaah!’. I love these decorating ideas from the latest Livingetc issue, add a pop of bright colour without the panic.

And they couldn’t be easier!

Choose lighting in a single vivid shade. I ADORE this chandelier from The Vintage Chandelier Company. Go for new pieces or use paint or fabric to dress existing lamps, pendants or chandeliers.

roomenvy - bright pink accents bedroom

Bring a summer mood into a gloomy bedroom by painting the window frame in deep blue. Hang a sheer lace panels in a similar shade to dapple the light.

roomenvy - bold paintwork bedroom

I can see a rainbow! A spectrum of colours works brilliantly running along banister spindles in an all-white hallway.

roomenvy - colourful hallway

Painting a door in a zingy shade is a great way to introduce colour to two rooms without altering the decor of either!

roomenvy - citrus door dining room

And if bright colour isn’t your thing, lay a single panel in the bathroom in a darker material and hey presto! Instant spa chic. Choose rough-hewn, wide planks rather than tongue and groove and team with modern hooks for a contemporary feel.

roomenvy - natural-style bathroom