What my child's favourite colour taught me about interiors – the unexpected red theory and why it brings balance, energy and a whole lot of zing

Eaves bedroom with yellow patterned wallpaper, and chequered yellow bedding. Red locker cabinet used as bedside table with green desk light.

Home decorator Ammarah Hasham is one of Ideal Home's new Open House contributors, sharing her thoughts infusing her rental house with plenty of personality. See the rest of her articles here.

Red, I must admit, shows up in our home because of our emotional connection to it. It has always been, and still is, my eldest’s favourite colour. Why? Let me tell you.