If you have ever wandered around the streets of Hoi An, you must have found yourself marvelling at the yellow architecture. But there is actually a scientific reasoning for the buildings and walls to be yellow! It is this yellow colour that makes the tropical climate more bearable. Yellow is a bright colour and absorbs less heat, stopping the buildings from being overheated. So, if you are looking for a paint colour for walls, yellow might be a great idea if you live in a tropical, humid place.

In ancient India, the terracotta colour was symbolic of welcoming a guest with open arms. So when the Prince of Wales came to Jaipur, the then king painted the entire city of Jaipur in a terracotta colour. However, the Prince was unaware of the name of the colour terracotta so when he visited the city, mesmerised and awestruck, he said, “wow, the city is pink!”. Not like anyone would correct the Prince and ever since the city goes by the famous name “The Pink City.”

World famous tourist destinations Santorini and Mykonos are immediately recognised in photos due to their white distinct architecture. Have you ever wondered why the houses are painted white? In 1938, there was a cholera outbreak in Greece and the ruler passed a law for all houses to be whitewashed in an effort to stop its spread. Back in the day, the material used for whitewashing was limestone, which was considered a disinfectant. Moreover, the bright white colour helped reflect the harsh sunlight and cool down indoor temperatures naturally.

When it comes to making the bedroom a romantic place for you and your partner, you don’t need to go all out. Even something as simple and basic as the wall colour can help change the atmosphere and vibe of the room. If you’re looking for the most romantic and dreamy bedroom paint colours, opt for hues in purple, red, soft blues and teal. If you and your partner have bold personalities, a black accent wall is an upbeat and unique way to add some flair to the space.

If you are planning to revamp your living room interior, consider painting the walls in a unique charcoal grey colour. Grey is a great base for a modern living room. As seen here, the traditional neutral furniture makes a minimal impact so the moody, dark feature wall can shine. A deep, purple charcoal tone can provide a complex and evocative backdrop if you’re looking to try something different. Remember to use this colour only in rooms that receive an abundance of natural light and avoid it in dark corners.

One common mistake people make while choosing paint colours for the exterior design of house is picking shades that are too light. Colours look much brighter when seen outside. A good rule of thumb to follow is to choose a colour that is a couple of tones darker than the lightest shade of your choice. Most ‘light’ colour exterior houses you see on home decor magazines or Pinterest are likely to be painted in a beige, grey-beige or some creamy colour. So remember to test out exterior wall colours in bright sunlight before making your final choice!