Colours can transform spaces and evoke emotions. Yellow conveys happiness and optimism, green is synonymous with calm and nature, and blue provides tranquility, harmony, and spirituality. In interior design, each shade defines the atmosphere of a space and establishes what that project will be. Some colours go unnoticed, and others make a subtle presence. And then some shades leave no room for indifference, which envelops and conquers at first sight. Wine Red is one of those colours.
ALMA de LUCE chose Wine Red as the colour of the year 2025. This shade transcends fleeting trends, evoking sophistication and intensity and inviting boldness without losing elegance. It transports us to a universe of luxury and refinement.
But how do you apply it in a balanced and sophisticated way? How do you integrate Wine Red into interior design projects without overwhelming the space? In this article, we reveal 7 practical ways to decorate with Wine Red, from subtle choices to bold bets, always with the timeless touch of ALMA de LUCE.
Close your eyes briefly and imagine the first sip of a full-bodied wine. The intense flavor envelops the palate, leaving a sensation of warmth and sophistication. As an interior designer, you transpose this experience into a space. The colour Wine Red has this effect: it envelops, warms, and adds depth to any space.
It's not just a colour. It is a sensation, a touch of refinement that transforms a standard space into a refuge of luxury and emotion. Wine Red invites boldness without excess, a perfect balance between intensity and elegance. Applied to large surfaces or small details, this shade can create sophisticated atmospheres where each element gains new. The colour becomes synonymous with absolute refinement.
The color becomes synonymous with absolute refinement when combined with noble materials such as white marble, dark woods, or metals. In contrast, alongside neutral tones such as beige and warm gray, it reveals itself to be softer and more welcoming.
Wine Red has a natural magnetism. It is an intense, deep, and sophisticated colour, capable of transforming a space with its striking presence. However, this same strength can pose a challenge. If used excessively, it can make the area heavy; if applied without a strategy, it can lose its impact and go unnoticed.
The key to masterfully integrating this colour lies in the balance. Knowing where and how to apply it makes all the difference, ensuring the space conveys elegance without becoming visually saturated.
When a colour has as much presence as Wine Red, the ideal is to use it as a highlight element. A wall painted in this shade can transform the living room, a lobby, or even a bedroom, creating a focal point without overwhelming the space.
A Wine Red wall behind a beige velvet sofa, like Mies from ALMA de LUCE, or at the end of a long corridor adds depth and creates an elegant, dramatic effect. In commercial spaces, such as a hotel lounge or a restaurant, this shade can be used on a marble-textured wall to enhance the sense of luxury.
Balancing Wine Red with neutral tones is essential to prevent it from dominating the space. Colours like beige, light gray, warm white and taupe soften the intensity of the tone and create a more harmonious space. In a dining room, upholstered chairs in Wine Red combined with a light wood table and soft beige walls are an excellent way to maintain an elegant yet light atmosphere.
One of the most effective ways to incorporate Wine Red into an interior design project is through striking furniture pieces. The Atacama Sideboard, from ALMA de LUCE, is the perfect choice to add depth and elegance to a dining room or an entry hall. Its rich tone and details enhance the beauty of Wine Red, creating a luxurious contrast when combined with walls in neutral tones and warm lighting. The result is a space with a luxurious, elegant, and sophisticated aesthetic.
Wine Red gains even more impact when combined with materials that add dimension to the space. Some specific textures, such as velvet, leather, marble, and dark wood, elevate the elegance of this colour. In a living room, for example, a Wine Red velvet chaise longue next to a marble coffee table, like the Roatan coffee table from ALMA de LUCE, creates a sophisticated atmosphere. A rug with subtle patterns in this shade over a dark wooden floor in a hallway can bring a cozy touch without significant changes.
Wine Red can appear vibrant and engaging under the right light or dark and heavy if poorly lit. This is where the psychology of lighting plays an important role. Choosing warm and indirect lighting helps to enhance its richness without making it oppressive.
Is your goal to create a sophisticated and contemporary area? Combining Wine Red with dark tones and luxurious materials can make a strong and impactful visual effect. An elegant, bold design piece, like the Atacama Sideboard, can be combined with emerald green or teal walls for a striking contrast. For a more dramatic effect, placing this sideboard against a charcoal gray wall and complementing the decor with brass details and indirect lighting creates an exquisite and imposing space.
It is not always necessary to commit to colour and significant changes. Small touches can be enough to bring the elegance of Wine Red without drastically altering the space. Cushions, throws, or decorative pieces in Wine Red can bring depth to a room with neutral tones. For example, a lampshade in this shade can add a distinctive touch to a home office without redoing the entire space.
Colour is one of the most potent elements in interior design. Choosing and strategically applying striking shades like Wine Red is not just an aesthetic matter but also a way to convey sensations, create immersive spaces and elevate the perception of a space.
Designers must master the art of integrating and choosing colours for their projects. It's not just about following trends but about knowing how to interpret and apply them in a way that makes sense for each client, each space, and each concept.
With its intensity and sophistication, Wine Red has the power to transform a space, making it more welcoming, refined, or vibrant, depending on the chosen approach. When combined with noble materials and exclusive design pieces like the Atacama Sideboard from ALMA de LUCE, the result is always a signature project – timeless, elegant, and memorable.
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