The Importance of Getting the Joinery Colours Right

Jul 04

2024

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By Fi

In Building a New House, Colour Consultant, Exterior Colour Schemes, Interior Designer Auckland, Joinery Colours

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The Importance of Getting the Joinery Colours Right

The joinery colour has a huge influence on the dynamics of your home. The colour must be considered for both the interior and exterior aesthetics. Usually it is ordered (along with the roof) earlier in the build, so the colour decision should be made early. I tend not to use ‘Ebony’ , as I think we have less harsh options such as ‘Flaxpod’ which reads black, but is softer/warmer. ‘Windsor Grey’, ‘Charcoal’ or ‘Gravel’ also read as black from a distance. They are more a charcoal, and work well with the green and blue tones. (As in the above photo). ‘Electric Cow’ and ‘Ironsand’ are also great options where there is timber, and the warmer options work well. There are many more options, including anodised from various suppliers to choose from. Consideration must be given to the roof and guttering colours at this stage too. There are no rules, and there are always exceptions, but a sense of how the colours ‘behave’ on the building, and the colours adjacent to them are crucial to the overall look. What they bring are proportion, enhancement of features, and the general sense of style. The location also has a huge influence on the colours.

When looking at the lighter colours like Duralloy’s newer ‘Okarito’ and ‘Snowstone’, or ‘Appliance White’; ‘Warm White’ or ‘Titania’, it is the time to be deciding on your interior colours – from your architrave colour to your bench top and even carpet, tiles etc. I would avoid the stark blue white of ‘Arctic White’ unless you are working with the icy blues. There are many other choices in the mid tones as well.

Ideally most of the interior and exterior design is done prior to ordering the joinery and roof. Of course there will be some adjustments along the way, but you won’t be locked into a colour choice you are not happy with, that influences the rest of the design, because you had to make the joinery colour choice in a hurry.

If you are having steel joinery …. it is black all the way!!

Interior Designer – Fiona Small

Aug 20

2023

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By Fi

In Colour Specialist, Cushions, Interior Design, Interior Designer Auckland

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Add texture with cushions and throws

Texture holds a visual weight which adds interest, movement and an all round good feeling to your interior. Linen, wool, cotton and velvet all add that extra level, and can transform your room easily. It can be a seasonal addition or simply when you want to add a variation of colour to your interior design. A word of advice … don’t chop your cushions – a gentle push down on some of them is more than enough. You want it to look random and effortless.

Interior Designer – Fiona Small

May 09

2023

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By Fi

In Cafes/Restaurants/Bars, Colour Consultant, Commercial Projects, Furniture Sourcing, Interior Design, Interior Designer Auckland

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Lynfield RSA Lobby Interior Design

Sourcing new furniture, and choosing new paint colours to enhance the space, the paintings, as well as leading customers to the restaurant and bar were all elements to consider when updating the large entrance lobby of the Lynfield RSA.

The wall mural of Piha fits right in with the locals, and gives the space a lift.

It has resulted in a welcoming and well functioning area, which is inviting to everyone.

Dulux’s colour Waimarama with its’ complex deep green was the perfect choice to showcase this painting.

Interior Designer and Colour Consultant – Fiona Small

Jan 06

2023

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By Fi

In Colour Consultant, Colour Consultant Auckland, Commercial Projects, Exterior Colour Schemes, Nature's Colour Schemes, Residential Developments

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Commercial Exterior Colour Schemes, and Why It is Important to Use the Paint Brand Specified.

Exterior colour schemes for houses; apartments and commercial buildings are a specialty at Sienna Design. You are still buying the paint, so let’s get the colours right. Having the confidence of choosing which colour combination works best for your building comes from years of working in this industry. It is essential you use the paint brand specified, as each paint company has its own unique base and pigment colours, and this reflects in the final complexity of colour. This is particularly important with exterior colours, as outdoor light changes throughout the day and season, impacting on which colours show more predominantly at the time. I would advise you make this clear with your painters before they begin painting.

Colour Consultant – Fiona Small

Interior Designer – Fiona Small

Jul 10

2022

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By Fi

In Before & After Interiors & Exteriors, Colour Consultant, Colour Consultant Auckland, Colour Specialist, Commercial Projects, Entrances, Interior Design, Interior Designer Auckland

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Before & After – Interior Design

The Theosophical Society is a beautiful building, which now has a new sense of lightness to it, highlighting its majestic features.

Before renovations

Dec 22

2019

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By Fi

In Fabric/Wallpaper, Furniture Sourcing, Interior Design, Interior Designer Auckland, Lights, Rugs & Carpet, Wallpaper

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Tropical Luxe

Finishing the year with some tropical luxe. These sexy Equilibre Tables – handmade from Italy, with the Dedon Planters, the grass cloth wallpaper, and then top it off with a Mooi Meshmatic Chandelier.