Traditionally turquoise was a staple in the Southwest interior design scene as accents on rustic furniture, or embellishments on door knobs or handles. Implement turquoise in many ways for 2014, and explore the many hues and shades of this versatile color. Add a pop of turquoise to any room in the form of a decorative pillow, glassware, center piece or re upholster a chair or sofa to bring vibrancy to any room in your home. Stick with dark, richer shades of turquoise. Pale shades of turquoise will dull a space, and appear muted if your furniture is neutral shades or patterns.

Last year’s color of the year was Emerald. Jewel tones were prevalent this past year, and turquoise is a version of Emerald. The infusion of blue and green together makes for a rich color that attracts the eye and creates a visually interesting room. Choose wall art that plays on turquoise or replace decorative pillows in your living room with turquoise pillows, and the vibrancy of the color will make the space seem brighter. Be brave and paint one wall a rich turquoise and pair it with grey furniture. Grey has cool undertones, and doesn’t feel as stark as white or black upholstery

Turquoise is a perfect color to pair patterns and textures with, as its rich blue undertones mixed with green appear unique and catches anyone’s eye. Re upholster a neutral colored armchair with a turquoise pattern for a statement piece in the living room. Pair a turquoise sofa with animal print pattern or choose to add small additions of turquoise using accessories.

Keep with the same cool undertones as you add more color to a room or go for the complete opposite and make a statement with yellow or coral accessories. Contrasting with turquoise is a perfect way to add a lot of vibrant color to your home this year.

However you choose to implement turquoise in 2014 remember to be daring and bold. Less is always more though, and contrasting colors will make the turquoise pop. Don’t write off turquoise because its traditionally associated with Southwestern interior design. Embrace the vibrancy and versatility of turquoise this year and design. Embrace the vibrancy and versatility of turquoise this year and Visit us at La Maison Interiors for more ideas on how to include turquoise in your home.