Grey and cream are among the best colour combinations for a drawing room. An all-season favourite monotone colour scheme, grey has a brooding charisma, while shades of white, cream, and beige lend a soothing sensitivity to your drawing area.

Yes, light and neutral colour schemes, such as soft pastels or whites, work well for small drawing rooms to generate a sense of openness and space. These colours reflect natural light and make the room feel larger and open.

Use warm, deep colours like rust, teal, golden browns and cerulean to create the feeling of a more intimate atmosphere. If your living room is on the large side, one of the simplest ways to create a more intimate feel is by breaking your room down into smaller zones.