KUCHING, May 22 — Global short-video platform TikTok is strengthening its commitment to enhancing platform safety features through the TikTok Community Guidelines.

TikTok Malaysia public policy manager Aliff Zakaria said TikTok is also collaborating with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission to ensure content published complies with national laws and respects local cultural sensitivities.

He said the move is aimed at ensuring its global community, including more than 450 million users in Southeast Asia and Malaysians, can use the application in a healthy, positive and creative manner.

“We have more than 40,000 multilingual moderators worldwide who are proficient in more than 30 languages to assess and review content.

“If there are reports of violations of laws or cultural sensitivities, firm action will be taken immediately,” he said during a session on Sharing Online Safety Tips held in conjunction with the Safe Internet Campaign Community Carnival at the Kuching district level here today.

Commenting on the safety of teenagers, he said the platform adopts a “Safety by Design” approach by automatically imposing strict age restrictions.

“Users under the age of 16 are strictly prohibited from using the direct messaging feature, while the function to send or receive gifts is only available to users aged 18 and above to protect minors.

“To balance screen time and address gadget addiction issues, TikTok also empowers parents through the Family Pairing feature,” he said.

Aliff said through the Family Pairing feature, parents are given access to more than 50 safety tools to monitor their children, such as setting TikTok usage time limits, blocking access during family mealtimes and controlling the types of topics and keywords their children can view.

He said the application is also equipped with automatic bedtime notifications at 11 pm or midnight to ensure teenagers get adequate rest, in addition to a screen time approval system that requires direct parental consent if children request additional time.

Aliff also said TikTok is not only an entertainment platform, but also provides a dedicated Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics tab to educate children on current issues such as AI development.

He said the platform is also actively used by teachers to share school modules and examination tutorials such as for the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia.

“Parents are encouraged to make use of these safety features and educational content together with their children to create a balanced and beneficial digital ecosystem for the future,” he said. — Bernama

Ever since the pandemic, interior trends have been leaning towards bold, maximalist styles and colors. Lockdown taught us collectively that life is short, and more time spent at home has invited many to throw caution to the wind. If this is where we’re spending a large amount of our time, we should really love the space we’re inhabiting. Right? Say goodbye to sad beige and millennial gray—whimsy, playfulness, and color are in. The brighter, the better! 

Ahead, I chatted with designers to get their take on bright paint colors—how to choose them, where to paint, trending colors, and perhaps most importantly, how to get over any hesitancy when working with vibrant hues.

Featured image from our interview with Kate Arends by Suruchi Avasthi.

How Do You Choose Vibrant Bright Paint Colors?

Choosing the right color for your home is a very personal decision. Lesley Myrick of Lesley Myrick Interior Design always starts her design process with the client, and never a trend. “A vibrant paint color has to be a commitment color, something you’ll still love when the design world moves on to the next thing,” she says. Myrick suggests paying attention to the colors you like to wear, what colors are already present in the room, and what the light is doing between 8 am and 8 pm.

“Vibrant color is high impact, which means it can’t be an afterthought. It has to be rooted in something specific and personal. Otherwise, you end up with a room that just looks loud instead of layered,” she continues.

In short, pick a color you love. Be sure it plays well with the other items in your space. Take the time to see how the light affects the paint color throughout the day. Have fun!

What Rooms Are Best for Vibrant Paint Colors?

Bright paint colors will energize a space, so opting for rooms that are lively, or are perhaps in need of some zest will work well. “A small space is the best place to go bold, because the color wraps around you and creates a complete mood,” Myrick says. “A powder room in a deep, glossy green or a saturated blue is going to be the most memorable room in the house.”

“I always recommend an entry way or hallway as great spaces to introduce vibrancy,” Daniele Doerge, a color expert from California Paints, shares. “From there, I love dining rooms and living rooms for vibrant tones as well. These areas are natural spaces to gather, and having a strong color can feel inviting and expressive.” 

Myrick agrees. “Dining rooms are another natural fit, especially because you typically use them at night, when rich color looks its absolute best in low light,” she adds.

Hesitant to Use Vibrant Bright Colors in Your Home?

Neutrals can feel safe, and especially if you have maximalist tendencies, even a bit boring. But covering a room in a bright blue, cheery yellow, or bold chartreuse requires a healthy dose of courage. It’s totally normal to feel hesitant. Both Myrick and Doerge have a few tips to help calm your nerves. 

Test Out Paint Samples

“First, paint is the least permanent design decision you will ever make,” Myrick reassures. “If you hate it in three years, you paint over it—that’s it. A bold color is not the irreversible commitment people think it is.” She also suggests getting large samples, painting them on two different walls, and living with them for a few days to make an informed decision. “Look at them in morning light, afternoon light, and at night. The same color will shift dramatically depending on the room and the time of day,” she shares.

Start Small

“Try painting cabinets or an interior door, or even add in an accent wall to see how you feel with the color,” Doerge recommends. “I also advise people to pair bold colors with some sort of grounded neutral or texture—whether that’s furniture, decor, or rugs.”

Go Bold or Go Home

Finally, Myrick recommends digging your heels in and committing with your full chest. “The half-hearted vibrant color, the one that felt ‘safer’ than the bold choice you loved, always disappoints. If you’re going to go bold, go all the way,” she urges.

What Bright Paint Colors Are Big Right Now?

Even though vibrant colors are inherently energizing, the right bold color can still feel calming and intentional. Colors inspired by nature are always a wise choice. “We’re seeing some trends towards vibrant colors rooted in nature—think golden yellows, clay-inspired corals, and lush greens that feel bright but still grounded,” Doerge shares.

Shop Vibrant Paint Colors

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Selvedge

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Hague Blue

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Beverly

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Redend Point

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Sherwin Williams

Concerto

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Benjamin Moore

Dragonwell

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Setting Plaster

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Faded Terracotta

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The Bold Move Your Home Has Been Waiting For

If there’s one thing designers agree on, it’s this: the color you love is always the right choice. Bright paint colors aren’t a trend to chase or a risk to manage — they’re an invitation to make your home feel more like you. Start with the room that needs the most life. Paint a large sample. Live with it for a few days. And when you find the one that makes you feel something every time you walk in? Commit all the way. The half-hearted choice always disappoints. The bold one never does.

This post was last updated on May 22, 2026, to include new insights.

The post Designers Weigh In: The Surprising Rooms Where Bright Paint Colors Work Best appeared first on Camille Styles.

Artists iterating on a seemingly mundane object is one of our favorite exhibition concepts. Vintage envelopes, coasters, and matchboxes are just a fraction of the items galleries have offered as unique canvases for small works, and now, we can add nighlights to that list.

On view through June 26, DUDD LITE is a collaboration between the design collective Dudd Haus and the gallery The Future Perfect. Curated through an open call that garnered nearly 400 submissions, the playful exhibition presents more than 130 artist-designed nightlights made from stained glass, wood, seashells, ceramic, cotton, and more. The small works hover between sculpture and functional object, each reflecting a distinctive sensibility and approach to a household staple. See all designs on The Future Perfect website.

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