Pique
Little Greene · 6154
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The Analysis
Pique is a high-LRV (90.04) white with a faint yellow-green undertone, meaning it reflects almost all incoming light to make rooms feel significantly brighter. Because it is so light-reflective, it effectively pushes walls outward, making smaller or cramped spaces feel much more spacious.
This is a versatile foundation color that works perfectly as a whole-home neutral or a main wall color. It serves as a subtle, high-quality backdrop that allows furniture and art to take center stage without competing for attention.
LRV 90History & Origin
This shade leans toward a fresh, modern aesthetic, though its soft pigment makes it adaptable enough for period homes that need to feel light-filled. It avoids the harshness of modern laboratory-style whites, giving it a timeless, understated quality.
How to Use It
It excels in kitchens and bathrooms where cleanliness is key, or in living areas with limited natural light. Pair it with warm wood tones like oak or walnut to ground the space, and use matte black hardware if you want a sharp, modern contrast.
The Mood
Living with Pique feels clean and orderly without being clinical or sterile. The subtle warmth prevents the 'cold' sensation often associated with pure whites, creating a calm, approachable atmosphere for daily tasks.
Colour harmonies
Complementary
Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.
Analogous
Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.
Split complementary
Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.
Tetradic (square)
Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.
Monochromatic
Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.
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Lighting
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- Natural