Fabulously bold patterned curtains dress up white walls and serve as the inspiration for this room's color scheme. Although the curtains and the rug underfoot contain different patterns, they feature the same colors and therefore complement each other. Choose furniture with solid fabrics within the color scheme to add stability and separate the patterns, like this blue sofa and green chair.

Enhance Neutrals

Even when you are creating a colorful living room, you don't need to completely swear off neutrals. Here, warm shades of pink kick up the volume against a background of tans and browns. Nooks on either side of the fireplace serve as creative display cases and sport a shade of pink that coordinates with the pillows, chairs, and draperies.