Viva Magenta: Pantone’s 2023 Colour of the Year

Pantone’s Viva Magenta is a statement of confidence and creativity. In high-end interior design across London and Kent, this bold hue brings energy and character to bespoke spaces. Here’s how to use Viva Magenta to elevate your home or commercial project.

1. Make a Vibrant Statement

Viva Magenta demands attention. Use it as an accent wall in your living room or home office to create a focal point that radiates empowerment. Pair it with complementary shades of red and pink to reinforce the energy, or let it stand alone against neutral tones for maximum impact.

2. Balance with Warm Neutrals

Too much intensity can overwhelm. Calming wood-effect vinyl flooring, taupe upholstery or soft beige fabrics counterbalance Viva Magenta’s vibrancy. This combination creates a sophisticated, high-end interior where warmth meets drama—perfect for a bespoke kitchen or luxury bathroom.

3. Introduce Botanical Touches

Green and magenta sit opposite on the colour wheel, making them ideal partners. Add potted palms, ferns or a statement green-velvet sofa to soften the bold red tone and bring a sense of serenity. In commercial interiors, a living green wall coupled with magenta accents can transform lobbies or waiting areas into inspiring spaces.

4. Embrace Minimalist Backdrops

White or light-grey walls allow Viva Magenta to shine without overcrowding. Minimalist furniture—think clean lines and simple silhouettes—gives the colour room to breathe. This approach works beautifully in open-plan homes or luxury flats, ensuring each bespoke joinery piece stands out.

5. Combine Textures for Depth

Viva Magenta looks stunning across different finishes: matte plaster, high-gloss lacquer or plush velvet. Mix finishes in soft furnishings, cabinetry fronts and accessories to add tactile interest. In a bespoke dining room, magenta velvet dining chairs against a lacquered sideboard create a truly unique, Instagram-worthy look.

Bringing Viva Magenta Home

Ready to inject bold confidence into your interiors? Whether you’re planning a full-home redesign in Chislehurst or a boutique commercial fit-out in London, our turnkey interior design service can integrate Viva Magenta with precision. From concept to custom joinery and installation, we’ll help you craft a space that celebrates this empowering colour.

Discover how Viva Magenta can transform your home. 

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