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Bedroom in Condo in Mexico --- Help with Colours please!

7 years ago

Hello all! Here is our bedroom in Huatulco Mexico, The headboard was painted/stained to match the built in closets, I don't really like the colour of the headboard and side tables but it has to stay. Looking for a calm serene colour combo and I know the pink isn't working with the white, I made the cushions and would happily make more and change it all up. but I love the Italian white coverlet and Frida cushion


and would like to keep it in the colours if possible. I am absolutely stumped and would love some advice. Thank you

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  • 7 years ago



  • 7 years ago


    Here is some more of the room. I'd like a couple of colour ideas if possible. The art on the walls is brightly coloured Mexican Otomi art, but again, I'm willing to change out the prints in the frames if necessary..

  • 7 years ago

    It's only necessary if you don't like the prints. :) The art didn't post though. Looks like quite a view. I'd want to bring the outdoors in as well. Add some of that beautiful green to your room, pairs well with soft pink/coral.

    kaymanuel thanked tartanmeup
  • 7 years ago
    You could temporarily cover headboard with a bit of fabric to go with pillows and a throw at end of the bed
    kaymanuel thanked Irene Morresey
  • 7 years ago
    Soft grey not silvery colour on the wall would compliment the furniture and it would be a nice background for any colour cushions you choose. I would add a small pendant light on each side of the bed so it’s hanging low above bedside tables.
    kaymanuel thanked KK1000
  • 7 years ago

    Thank you all for the ideas. Love that Otomi throw Irene... that could help break up the white a lot... Can't do pendants, it's too late for that, I'd have to get lamps.. Appreciate all the help..

  • 7 years ago

    I think the furniture would be fine against the right color walls. Try painting them a very soft blush color.

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    Or a serene blue/green


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    kaymanuel thanked calidesign
  • 7 years ago

    I like the idea of the soft blush colour calidesign

  • 7 years ago
    With soft blush you are limiting your colour choice for decorating, go neutral like in the previous photos.
    kaymanuel thanked KK1000
  • 7 years ago

    I find soft blush quite versatile for a bedroom but it really depends on the colour scheme one wants. It's lovely with neutrals (including greys and silver), warm metallics, white, coral, orange, warm pinks, greens, navy, teal, violet, brown, and touches of black. Can't really think of many colours that wouldn't play well with blush. Maybe a blue-based red wouldn't look good? (Someone out there has done it and pulled it off, I'm sure. :)) Maybe this slideshow can inspire, kaymanuel.


    Btw, the pink and the white in your first pic work but don't read "calm and serene" to me. I find that particular hot pink energizing. It's your bedroom; it's important that you figure out the colours that will fulfill your mood. Colour is personal and not everyone reacts the same way to the same colour. If you like the idea of soft blush, keep exploring it.

    kaymanuel thanked tartanmeup
  • 7 years ago
    You are absolutely right, there is lots of possibilities with blush pink but you have to be really good and confident with colours . I have impression the bedroom owner is struggling.
    kaymanuel thanked KK1000
  • 7 years ago

    You might be right, KK1000. Kaymanuel, have you taken a bit of time to browse inspiration pictures here or on Pinterest? You can do a search for "blush master bedroom" for example or use any colour that piques your curiosity. What reads "calm and serene" to you? This doesn't look like a very large room and I don't think it will require a multitude of decisions to "finish". The colourful art should inspire as well. If you share it, we could provide a few colour schemes that might appeal to you. Perhaps you want to have a plan for the room and list all the things left to "do"?

    • Art
    • Headboard cover
    • Curtains?
    • Lamps
    • Rug
    • Throw and pillows
    • Wall colour (easier to match/coordinate wall colour to bedding than vice versa so most suggest choosing that element last)
    • Ceiling light fixture?

    If you share your budget and inspiration pics, we can probably help you find whatever elements are missing. Your bedroom should please your senses. Trust your taste to decorate it.

    kaymanuel thanked tartanmeup
  • 7 years ago

    Yes, you're right KK1000, I am struggling, but I do feel like I'm starting to find a direction now. I really do like the blush idea and agree with Tartanmeup that the hot pink makes me feel even hotter (and it's hot enough in Huatulco!!). Thank you all SO MUCH, it's so amazing you all take the time to help...

  • 7 years ago

    This is the download from Etsy I had framed in a black frame. It's the only thing on the wall right now. I know, it's a bit bold isn't it.. but I do like it... Do you think the bltush colour will still look okay with it? Again, Thanks for the help all of you x


  • 7 years ago

    kaymanuel, your picture didn't come through. Try again? If you like the art you chose for your bedroom, that's all that matters, really. This is your bedroom, not a public space. It should tickle and soothe YOUR senses.

    kaymanuel thanked tartanmeup
  • 7 years ago

    Kaymanuel, Have you decided on anything yet? I'm looking to move to Mexico next year, maybe actually to Huatulco. I think I'm going to go straight-up Mexi-colors; bright and cheerful. If you don't mind, could you PM me and let me pick your brain a little about Huatulco? I've watched all the videos on YouTube, but of course, that paints a bright picture so I want to hear the real-life story.

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    7 years ago

    I like the color of the walls and the headboard, but i think what you need is to add lighting, a few more pillows, some greenery and explode the pink more accesories or a painting, have you think to put metals? Golden or Rose gold accesories are going to change completly your room for sure

  • 7 years ago

    @dirtygardener, Don't move to Mexico based on sales videos. Go to the US State Dept website and look under travel advisories. There is a lot of useful information for different areas. You should know what you're getting yourself into.