Cool color schemes – how and when to use color for bright spaces, according to design experts

Three cool color schemes in three different living rooms, white gray, blue and green

There are good reasons to use cool color schemes in your home. Perhaps you are lucky enough to have sun-filled spaces that need tempering? Or you want to create a bright but relaxing atmosphere in a room? Or one that's formal and elegant?

These are all good reasons to use home décor ideas that start with a cool color scheme. However, there are some important things you should know before you start, because if you choose a cool color scheme for the wrong space, you can end up with a room that feels unwelcoming and cold.