The Art of Colour Matching on The Block: Window Furnishings, Paint Colours, and Soft Furnishings

Creating a cohesive and inviting space requires thoughtfully coordinating window furnishings, paint colours, and soft furnishings like pillows and upholstery. Whether you're aiming for a serene coastal vibe, minimalist style, or a bold statement, colour matching is essential to achieving a polished design.

In The Block 2024 Surf Club Challenge at Woolamai Beach, this was showcased with Kumo Recycled sheer curtains in Duckegg, perfectly matching the soft blue tones of the coastal setting. Motorised blockout blinds in One Block Gunmetal added functionality and a sleek aesthetic, ideal for the high-traffic club space.

As they do on The Block, HomePro Design Consultants can help you master colour matching and source the perfect fabrics for any space, ensuring your vision comes to life with both style and practicality.

Understanding Colour Theory

Colours are generally classified as:

• Warm Colours: Reds, oranges, and yellows—great for cosy, inviting spaces.
• Cool Colours: Blues, greens, and purples—ideal for calming, serene environments.
• Neutral Colours: Whites, greys, and beiges—versatile backdrops that adapt to various styles.

At Woolamai Beach SLSC, cool blues in the paint, sheers and blockout blinds create a calming coastal atmosphere.

Coordinating Window Furnishings and Paint Colours

Window furnishings often serve as focal points, and the right selection can enhance a room’s design.

In this challenge, the Duckegg sheers blended with the soft blues of the walls, creating a seamless connection to the coastal environment. Meanwhile, blockout blinds in Gunmetal were chosen to complement deeper tones, delivering a low-contrast, understated look that kept the design clean and elegant.

The tone-on-tone approach creates a sophisticated effect, while motorisation on every blind made adjusting light and privacy effortless, ideal for busy, highly used spaces.

Tying in Soft Furnishings

Soft furnishings like pillows, throws, and upholstery complete the look and feel of a space especially when they complement the window furnishings and paint, ensuring balance and cohesion.

• Pick an Anchor Colour: The coastal blue anchors the room’s colour palette and the soft furnishings in neutral shades like sand, seafoam, and soft greys add depth and texture while maintaining the theme.
• Mix and Match Textures: Incorporating natural fabrics like linen and cotton in the pillows bring warmth and comfort, enhancing the coastal vibe.
• Pattern Play: Subtle patterns in cushions and upholstery add visual interest to the space.

Final Tips

• Test Swatches: Always test paint and fabric samples in the room to see how they look together and in different lighting conditions.
• Functionality First: Consider the room's purpose when selecting fabrics—durability and functionality are essential, especially for spaces that experience heavy use, like a surf club or living room.
• Frame the View: In rooms with stunning views, sheer curtains can help highlight the scenery without obstructing it.

The Surf Club Challenge on The Block 2024 demonstrates how thoughtful colour matching can create a harmonious and functional space.

With HomePro Design Consultants, you can achieve the same level of cohesion in your space. Their expertise in colour matching and sourcing the right fabrics ensures every element—from window furnishings to soft furnishings—works together to create a space that reflects your style and meets your functional needs, just as it did on The Block.