Grey and yellow colour schemes – 10 of the best

Add a moroccan vibe to your living room by layering patterned cushions on a simple yellow sofa. Cool grey walls keep the look clean and clutter-free.

Daybed
Parma Lilac

Walls
Paper & Paint Library

Don’t play safe with kid’s rooms. Instead opt for dark grey walls and a statement furniture in bold shades of yellow – ideal for making an impact

Bunk bed
Bump
Rug
Woven Ground

Love colour? Go for a statement striped wallpaper. Team with a cool grey headboard and simple white bedlinen.

Françoise bed
The Conran Shop

Wallpaper
Romo

Use a range of geometric prints in different sizes for a relaxed look. Here, a mixture of patterns in vintage greys give the space a country feel.

Chairs
IKEA
Tablecloth
Wicker World

Acid brights add character to this smart-yet-modern dining room. For a contemporary look turned striped wallpaper on its side.

Table and chairs
The Conran Shop
Wallpaper
Ian Mankin

This dark grey kitchen with a few yellow accent colours is perfect for giving an edge to an otherwise safe scheme

Paint
Fired Earth
Chair
The Conran Shop

Team a bright shade of yellow with a muted grey vanity unit for a pretty country feel. Floral tiles and accessories add to the cottage-style vibe.

Vanity unit
Catchpole & Rye
Paint (on walls)
Earthborn

Need to liven up your work space? Just add a few shots of bold yellow to a grey colour palette and the room will feel instanly refreshed

Chest
Castle Gibson
Blind
Ikea