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Colors have a unique way of bringing cheer to any environment both indoors and outdoors when used in the right combination. Keeping this vital spirit of color in mind, this year, Pantone has selected two colors instead of one that complement each other most magically. Pantone color of the Year 2021 are stable, steady grey that never goes out of style and sunny yellow that infuses life into any region.

Here are some exciting ways in which the two colors have been playfully and intelligently used by interior decorators to enhance different parts of the home. Browse through the range of ideas to choose the one that is suited for your home.

Cheerful kitchen

The artful combination of yellow on wall and below counter cabinets with light grey furniture makes this small kitchen appear large and airy.

Practical touches

A small bedroom does not directly translate to cramped style. In this pretty bedroom with neutral colors, yellow is partnered with white and beige on the bed while the walls tell a different story.

On the floor

If you feel color is limited to walls then see how this simple grey flooring gets a cheerful facelift from a yellow trim.

Yellow along the edges

A bathtub with yellow on the outside and the shower backsplash in the same tone add cheer to this monotonous bathroom, don't you think?

Splashes of yellow

In a white and grey bedroom see how this pale yellow makes a beautiful partnership without being overpowering. The toned-down yellow on the chair and lampshade keep up the theme.

Play mix and match

Instead of keeping an entire section grey or yellow like cabinets, shelves or counters you can play with colors, like here. The combination of grey and yellow patches give the kitchen a wholesome look.

Dark shades

To create something unique and interesting, panelled walls in grey were created for the living and dining area. While the heavy grey sofa adds character to the region, the combination of dark yellow cushions with grey ones and the pairing with another sofa of a similar dark yellow shade creates a lovely composition.

Soothing sleeping quarters

This combination of grey and yellow with two different shades of blue looks fresh and stylish and creates a restful ambiance.

Contemporary seating space

The combination of simple geometric patterns, natural elements like a stone wall and light-toned sofas make the living room a restful paradise. The deep yellow hand-stitched curtains create a striking balance with the floor mat and sofa cushions.

Reading nook

The reading nook cushioned in yellow and contrasted with grey takes on a cheerful glow.

Play area

The children's climbing wall is designed in the tiger theme and has yellow grips fashioned as tiger claws.

Patch of yellow backsplash

To avoid turning this kitchen into a grim combination of grey and white yellow backsplash tiles have been added to bring a dash of color.