The living room can be called the face of a house. As soon as guests arrive, this is the first room they see, and it usually immediately forms an impression of the entire residence. A luxurious impression doesn’t mean you have to spend a lot of money. With the right blend of paint colors plus a touch of Indonesian motifs, the living room can look elegant while having an identity. One cool inspiration is the Batik Kawung motif, this accent can create an exclusive atmosphere, but still warm and full of cultural meaning.
Use of Kawung Batik Motif
Batik Kawung motif can be the right choice to beautify the living room because it has a beautiful shape and a meaningful philosophy. The motif inspired by the kawung fruit (kolang-kaling) symbolizes purity or emptiness of worldly desires to achieve perfect self-control, as well as hope that efforts will be fruitful and life will be prosperous.
The regular and symmetrical geometric pattern of Batik Kawung is very flexible to be combined with various interior styles. It blends perfectly with both modern minimalist and classic traditional living spaces. The repeating circular shapes create a calming visual rhythm, while the ornamental details give a premium feel without being tacky. More than just a decoration, presenting the Batik Kawung motif in your living room is a smart way to showcase your Indonesian identity in an exclusive way.
Paint Colors that Make the Living Room Look Luxurious
The combination of wall paint with detailed wooden or iron elements using EMCO LUX finishing will create a luxurious and classy impression. Choose quality wall paint with neutral for the main wall, while EMCO product sets are used as premium complements for frames, doors, windows, furniture, or partitions in the living room. EMCO LUX has luxurious and varied color choices that have been adapted to the latest interior design trends, perfect coverage with a smooth finish without brush marks, durable and easy-to-clean coatings suitable for detail finishing.
EMCO and wall paint color combinations that make the living room luxurious:
1. Modern Clean Combination
The White wall paint with EMCO 113 Ivory color on the frames and doors gives a clean and elegant modern impression. Although seemingly similar, the combination of these two colors creates a subtle yet elegant contrast. Add Kawung motif in gray as an accent on one side of the wall.
2. Warm Elegant Combination
Beige wall paint and EMCO 39 Pearl White for the guest table furniture or shelves will bring a warm, luxurious feel. These natural colors create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a living room that is often used for family gatherings. The Kawung motif in dark brown will be perfect as an accent that brings the whole concept together.
3. Exclusive Bold Combination
EMCO 135 Emerald Green and Light Gray wall paint is the choice for those who dare to be different. Neutral gray walls with gold kawung motifs give a maximum premium feel. The perfect backdrop for bold accents from windows, floor trim, or emerald green wooden furniture. This design composition creates a space that is both unique and exclusive.
Paint Application Tips & Batik Kawung Motifs for Maximum Effect
To get the most out of the combination of premium paint and Batik Kawung motif, take note of the following application tips:
- Proper Preparation
Use EMCO PRIMER for smooth and long-lasting results. A quality primer is the key to a flawless finish. Apply EMCO PRIMER evenly to ensure the main color adheres optimally and provides consistent results. - Accent Wall Strategy
Choose one side of the room as an accent wall for the kawung motif. Don’t apply Kawung motif on all the walls of the living room. Choose just one wall as the main attraction, such as the wall behind the main sofa or the first wall seen when entering the living room. This will create an interesting visual hierarchy without making the space feel full. - Balance with Furniture
Add minimalist furniture to make the paint and motif the main focus. Furniture with too busy shapes will compete with the beauty of the kawung motif. Choose furniture with simple designs that support, rather than detract from, the beauty of the walls and paint color of your choice. - Detail Finishing
Pay attention to finishing details such as lists and skirting with harmonious colors. Use neat application techniques to ensure the boundaries between different colors look firm and professional.
Creating a luxurious living room can be realized through a clever combination of elegant paint colors and Batik Kawung motif accents that are full of cultural significance. This combination not only brings visual beauty, but also preserves traditional Indonesian values in a modern design context.
