Furnishing your home in a warm palette will create a cosy atmosphere. Remember, though, that each different nuance speaks to you on its own level and each one can be quite intense. When we refer to warm colours, we mean an earthy colour scheme: orange, brown, red, sunny yellow and other associated nuances. Never overlook the importance of light in a room when you are choosing a colourway. It makes a huge difference to the way the room actually looks. The relationship between colour and light should never be underestimated. One golden rule is that soft lighting and cold colours make a space look big, whilst dim lights and warm colours reduce overall footage, lowering the ceiling and shrinking the walls. The colourway of the flooring is also paramount for the overall impact on the eye. Bear in mind that the floors should always be darker than the rest of the room. You don't need to colour the entire room. Often one coloured wall is enough to convey the right atmosphere. Rousing colours like yellow and red will brighten your surrounds and give a sensation of cosiness, but they require a minimalist furnishing style, otherwise they become overpowering. On the other hand, gentler nuances such as salmon pink will set up a soothing calm vibe, which makes sense if fine details are a key feature in your room. Upholstery and curtains enhance your interior furnishings even further, tying your room together seamlessly by matching or contrasting colours.