A few select pigments can make a smaller space feel even bigger, transforming a tiny nook into a breezy library or a pint-sized kitchen into an open-air oasis. Here, we asked interior designers for the best paint colors that can help double the size of any room—without knocking down the walls.

Designers share their top picks for kid bedroom paint colors, from Benjamin Moore’s Sapphire Ice to Farrow & Ball’s Dead Salmon.

You might want to rethink that shade of blue.

Natural light is a game changer in any room. It can make your space feel larger, airier, and more relaxing, so it's best to maximize it when you can. Thankfully, paint colors can do just that—if you're intentional with your selection.