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color scheme
The selection, combination, and effect of colors in a picture, a room, a design, or on an object.
Die warme Farbgebung des Wohnzimmers schafft eine gemütliche Atmosphäre.
The warm color scheme of the living room creates a cozy atmosphere.
The word is made up of 'Farbe' (color) and 'Gebung' (from 'geben' (to give)). So it literally describes the act of 'giving' an object or room its colors.
Der Architekt hat die Farbgebung für die Fassade sorgfältig geplant.
The architect carefully planned the color scheme for the facade.
'Farbgebung' (color scheme) is often combined with adjectives that describe the effect of the colors. Common examples are a 'dezente' (subtle), 'kräftige' (bold), 'harmonische' (harmonious), or 'kühle' (cool) color scheme.
Für das Schlafzimmer wurde eine dezente Farbgebung in Blautönen gewählt.
A subtle color scheme in shades of blue was chosen for the bedroom.
This word belongs more to technical and written language. It is used especially when talking about art, design, architecture, or interior design.
In der Kunstkritik wurde die ungewöhnliche Farbgebung des Gemäldes gelobt.
In the art review, the unusual color scheme of the painting was praised.