How to Add a Splash of Purple to Your Home: Interior Design Insights

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Purple is a colour you won't often see in your everyday home. Representing royalty, luxury, mystery, and maybe even a touch of magic, it's a hue we usually associate with palaces or the mystical.

However, in celebration of Floorworld's continued partnership with the Pancare Foundation this November, let's take a closer look at how interior designers are reimagining purple to create stunning, livable spaces. From bold statements to subtle accents, this vibrant colour can inspire your next project in ways you might not expect.

Greg Natale is an Australian interior designer whom perfectly represents this, known for his bold use of colour, pattern, and texture to create sophisticated and welcoming spaces in his own unique style.

Greg Natale is one of Australia's most celebrated interior designers, known for his bold use of colour, intricate patterns, and luxurious textures. With a career spanning decades, Natale redefines contemporary interiors by blending sophistication with warmth, creating spaces that are as livable as they are striking. His innovative approach has earned him numerous accolades, including recognition at the prestigious Good Design Awards and Dulux Colour Awards. Natale's designs are a testament to the transformative power of thoughtful colour and texture.

Exploring the use of purple and his work in this stunning Hunters Hill residence reminds me of what makes his designs feel so distinct. I really enjoy how he uses vibrant colours to bring warmth and personality to a modern, minimalist home. 

The space uses a black-and-white palette to set a sleek foundation, but the thoughtful accents of purple and pink bring it to life.

What I love about Natale's approach is that he doesn't overwhelm with colour; he uses it with intention. Lavender and purple rugs accent the spaces in the living and bedroom areas, giving them a cozy, elegant feel. Add in purple cushions and carefully chosen decor, and you get subtle pops of colour that soften the monochrome and make the environment feel more inviting. 

But the use of colour is not the only factor—texture plays a huge role, too. The fluted joins, timber highlights, and floor-to-ceiling windows all layer the design with warmth and a strong sense of tactile interest. The natural light streaming through the windows highlights these details, making the home feel bright, luxurious, and incredibly livable.

Following the stunning Hunters Hill project, Greg Natale's Darlinghurst apartment is another example of how bold colours like purple—or, in this case, its cousin, maroon—can define a space. 

I love how Natale uses deep colours in this design to create a bold, dramatic personality and warmth. While I am usually not very daring with my own design choices, this is inspiring for those willing to try something a bit more out there and make a statement in their home.

Natale has turned maroon into the star of the show. The maroon-painted walls and carpets in the entrance and living areas create a luxurious and intimate enclosing effect, almost like stepping into a portal to another world. 

It's a bold choice, but I appreciate how Natale balances it with reflective surfaces and metallic accents. The gleam of brass cabinetry, mirrored walls, and golden marble-like seams running through the ceilings add lightness and sophistication, preventing the space from feeling heavy or overwhelming.

I really enjoy the use of texture and colour in the kitchen, where Natale pairs a maroon ceiling with soft grey terrazzo and brass cabinetry. The result is a harmonious layering that feels both dramatic and approachable.

If you're thinking of adding purple to your home, consider taking inspiration from Natale's fearless yet thoughtful approach. Whether it's a rich maroon feature wall, plush rugs, or subtle accents, bold colours can add depth and luxury to any space. 

As we celebrate purple this November in support of the Pancare Foundation, we hope this inspires you to experiment and make bold, personal choices in your own interiors.