How to use pops of colour to transform your home

A well-placed pop of colour can be the only interior design magic you need, says Jennifer Sheahan

Choose complementary colours for dramatic contrast, as Jennifer Shehan has done in her outdoor space. Pictures: Moya Nolan

How many times have you heard “it just needs a pop of colour” — as if it were that easy. What colour? More than one? Where?! How much is enough and when have you gone too far? 

It’s the accents, the little touches and final flourishes, that can make or break your design and therefore require finesse. A well-placed pop of colour can be the design magic you need. It can add personality, create a focal point, and even transform the mood of a room.