I’m a big fan of Richard E. Grant’s home, known for its eclectic decor. It’s full of personality and charm – exactly what a home should be, whether you’re a minimalist or a maximalist, much like the actor himself. And over the weekend, Richard E. Grant’s new pink snug sent Instagram into a frenzy.
That’s right, Richard redecorated his home’s snug, using his daughter Olivia’s bright and bold pink paint idea, opting for Little Greene’s Leather shade, which the brand describes as ‘the brightest of pink paints’. He shared the process via a reel on his Instagram – and needless to say, fans and followers were obsessed.
One wrote, ‘Colour drenching with Richard E Grant to Chappell Roan wasn’t on my 2025 bingo card but this is just the best.’
And yes, not only that Richard opted for such a bold, vibrant paint shade, he also used the colour drenching technique and covered all the surfaces in his snug in this pink colour – from the walls to the doors, the skirting boards to the ceiling and even the radiator. But is this a good cosy snug room idea?
Inspired by the vibrant 1970s era, this bright pink shade is a real showstopper.
What the experts say
While fans commended Richard for his bold use of colour and also the fact he painted the room by himself - pointing out that being a celebrity, he could have had it done for him by a paid professional - I was curious to know what the interior experts thought of this bright snug makeover. But they, too, were fully on board.
‘This is everything decorating should be, that whole video,' says Tash Bradley, director of interior design at Lick and author of Master the Art of Colour, available at Amazon. 'And you can see in his face how much joy he's having whilst decorating. Because colour is so emotional, it's not just visual. You are feeling the colour. What I love is he has gone all out. He's chosen a colour that clearly he just loves, committing to it and going on everything. And it's a warm pink. So even though it's bright and intense, because it's warm, it makes the room feel super inviting. It's not too harsh.'
Sienna Brooks, Flitch interior stylist, adds that snugs present the perfect opportunity for a bold and even dark statement, as we’ve already learned from Angela Scanlon’s cosy snug makeover.
‘Colour drenching a snug in a vivid pink, like Richard E. Grant’s, is a fearless choice that instantly makes the space feel cocooning and joyful. Snugs are made for bold, mood-led decorating. Because they are typically smaller and used for winding down in the evenings, you can afford to go deep and rich with colour without it overwhelming daily life. It is the perfect place to create a jewel-box effect that feels cosy and indulgent,’ she explains.
How to incorporate the hot pink shade
If a colour like Little Greene’s Leather appeals to you but colour drenching a whole room with it is a little too much for you, there are other ways in which you can still incorporate it in your home.
‘Introduce it in concentrated bursts such as a velvet armchair, a painted fireplace surround, or a statement rug. You will still get the uplifting hit of colour without committing the whole space. This way, you can enjoy the vibrancy without the upkeep or risk of fatigue,’ Sienna says.
If you're after a colourful, bold statement, who better to turn to than the queen of colour herself, designer Sophie Robinson? Her collection created for Dunelm is full of vibrant pieces, much like this raspberry pink rug with orange zig zags.
You can even incorporate touches of hot pink with smaller home accessories like a vase. This ribbed glass number from Next fits the bill perfectly.
Richard decorated his already hot pink snug with a dark pink velvet sofa. So you can again be inspired by his approach and adorn your own sofa with some electric pink-ness in the form of scatter cushions like this frilled-edge style from Dunelm.
Jen Devaney, Frenchic Paint’s colour consultant, continues, 'If colour drenching a whole room feels too much, you could add drama by painting the skirting boards or door frames, or create a stand-out upcycle on a piece of furniture.'
As for the best colour combinations to use it in, Sienna says that ‘bright pink loves company. It sings against deep forest green for a playful yet grounded look, or with inky navy for sophistication.’
Even though hot pink might be a little too much for me personally, I can still appreciate how amazing Richard E. Grant’s snug looks and I appreciate that he doesn’t hold back in his home decorating decisions. I guess we could all take a page out of his book.
