If you're looking into turning your space into a bright and colorful home look no further than to Semiramis Hotel in Athens for inspiration. Designed by Karim Rashid, it's a bright, fun and happy space with lots of curves and funky items. 
It doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg to get a similar feel in your own space. First you need to paint most of your walls white and one accent wall using a bright color. Then you can purchase various items at a relatively low cost, as shown below. 
[1] The Tullsta chair ($149.00, IKEA) can be recovered with a bold flower pattern slip cover shown here in Uniki Red ($235.00, Bemz) [2] Add a splash of pink on your wall with these Sarita curtain ($9.99, IKEA) [3] The white Klippan four-seater sofa ($469.99, IKEA) would definitely fit the bill with it's clean lines[4] A green high pile rug would add some warmth to your space ($69.99, IKEA)[5] The new funky Svara table lamp adds whimsy and personality ($149.99, IKEA) [6] Green mounted wall cabinets, reminiscent of the balconies of the hotel would allow for more hidden storage in order to minimize clutter ($199.00, CB2)[7] Bright colored round vases would ($2.99 ea. ,IKEA)[8] The orange Karlstad Swivel armchair will add some fun additional seating ($449.00, IKEA). 
[1]. If you're extending the look into the kitchen, some green stools would look fantastic against a glossy white counter ($165.00,Zone) [2] The Docksta dining table ($279.99, IKEA) and the Tobias chairs ($129.99 ea. IKEA) would fit perfectly with this style because of their curvy shape. It would be interesting to tint the chairs pink so the light still passes through [3] A free standing minimalist orange bookcase would stand out well against a white wall ($189.00,CB2)[4] Depending on the backdrop you could also use a white coffee table ($499.00, Structube) [5] or a bright yellow side table against the white sofa. (150.00$,Zone)
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