Energetic, warm, and strong, red has the power to evoke a multitude of emotions.

Its no wonder the Unexpected Red Theory became a viral TikTok trend in 2024.

An accent wall gives depth to a room, says designer Alessandra Branca.

dark painted wall above fireplace with red and blue décor

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Whatever your intent, using the colorred makes a statement in a big way.

Hints of red continue on dishware showcased inglass-front cabinets.

A striped navy rug grounds the look and provides a complementary color.

layered red rugs in living room sitting area near fireplace

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Chrome finishes on faucets, drawer handles, and light fixtures keep the look consistent.

Try it out on smaller accents like ruby red pillows or a shiny crimson table lamp.

Vessels with pink and red blooms on the mantel and coffee table repeat the warm hues for balance.

white kitchen with bold red patterned ceiling

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Muted gray walls and crisp white trim give the space a grown-up look.

A texturalwall of salvaged wood planksmakes the red accents really pop and warm up the industrial aesthetic.

Artwork framed in red continues the color scheme from ruby-shaded quilts.

red dining room artistic decor

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A mix of patterns on the upholstered headboards, bedding, and striped walls keeps the look youthful.

Two pendant lamps hang above the island, bringing the color all the attention it deserves.

Dark floors recede to keep the focus on cabinetry.

modern bathroom with bright red double vanity

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Blue walls offer a serene backdrop for the vibrant hue.

A pop of yellow in a throw pillow and floral arrangement adds a ray of sunshine.

All three colors are balanced and harmonize thanks to a shared jewel-tone value.

Bedroom with red lamp on nightstand

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Red-stripe pillows bolster the casual, friendly mood and underscore the welcoming interior of thiscottage-style home.

In this bathroom, floral wallpaper provides a contemporary twist to a marble-topped vanity and painted rattan mirror.

The old-fashioned charm of a black-and-white tile floor and crystal cabinet hardware enhances the appeal.

traditional red formal living room with bay window

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For a fun kick, the walls feature the same yellow color as a no.

Artwork in black square frames offers a soft contemporary element to the hardworking kitchen.

Apple Reds + Weathered White

Varying the intensity of a color adds depth and interest.

remodeled shite kitchen red color space rug

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Think of a bowl filled with different kinds of apples.

Here, a built-in buffet showcases cabinets in two shades of red and two different cabinet styles.

For more character, an advertising poster in yellow and green is centered between cabinets.

blue bedroom with bunk beds with bright red accents

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Red and white stripes offer a cabana feel to a rattan armchair.

A white sofa brightens the scheme and offers a neutral focal point.

A chocolate brown chair and ottoman withcaramel undertonesmaintain thecabin-like feel.

thin white floor-to-ceiling vertical cabinet

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The built-in hutch is a standout flanked by windows and black Roman shades.

A black stone surface and scrolled backsplash mimic curves in the cabinetry.

white kitchen red island table

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blue room red yellow furniture decor

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cottage living room white paint red accents

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Bathroom with floral wallpaper and red cabinets

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red kitchen cabinets stainless steel appliances

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red orange kitchen breakfast nook

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red bar striped chair home furniture

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red painted room white sofa

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family room toward red cupboards

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large kitchen black island red china cabinet

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Room with white ladder bookshelf and red patchwork rug

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