Kleurvormgeving – Uitgebreide kleurenleer voor de professionele kleuradviseur

Kleurvormgeving is the reference work for anyone who works professionally with colour. The book goes beyond elementary theory and gives a complete, systematic overview of colour experience, visual perception, contrast effects, colour harmony, colour compositions, culturally determined meanings and the application of colour in design and advisory processes. The book is written in Dutch.

The book ties in with the practice of interior design, product design, communication, architecture and professional colour advice. Alongside the theory, it contains many practical examples and analyses that help you present colour choices to clients in a well-founded and convincing way.

What you will learn

• how colour works in relation to form, material and space
• how contrasts and colour tensions are built up
• how to use colour families, harmonies and colour systems effectively
• how psychological and semantic colour meanings influence behaviour and experience
• how to arrive at strong colour advice using a methodical approach

The book is clearly designed and follows a logical learning path that ties in with training courses in Dutch colour practice. It is intended for experienced colour consultants, designers, teachers, students and professionals who want to take their knowledge to a higher level.

Written by Mark Kotterink, director of the Dutch Colour Institute (SNKI), and published by Uitgeverij SNKI. Second, revised edition (2025), ISBN 9789493058316.

Key features

• comprehensive colour theory for professional practice
• clear explanation of contrast, harmony and visual structure
• extensive attention to colour psychology and experience
• methods for analysing and substantiating colour advice
• richly illustrated with practical examples
• suitable for interiors, design, communication and product development
• ties in with training courses in colour advice and colour technology