A home is a fortress of security and a refuge from the hectic outside world. Decorating it to reflect these qualities can ensure that you create a comfortable atmosphere for yourself and your family. Psychologists have found that colour has a profound effect on mood and productivity, so when you’re ready to paint your home’s interior, keep in mind a few fundamental principles regarding the effect of colour.
Inviting Living Rooms
Living rooms should invite guests to come in and relax in a calm and pleasant environment. Earth tones create a good background for these activities, but you can also experiment with yellows, reds and orange, which are warm, happy colours that induce positive emotions. Even painting one wall a bright colour, with other walls painted a more neutral tone can make a dramatic difference. These colours also work well in the foyer area, because they make the environment conducive to conversation and connection with others.
Energized Kitchens
Kitchens are often a place of bustling energy, cooperative work and the flow of good conversation. You can create the perfect atmosphere for these activities by painting kitchen areas in bright, happy yellows, muted greens or pale peach tones. Many experts advise painting the kitchen in the same colours as the kitchen you had when you were growing up, but today’s trends favor muted grays, soft greens or more dramatic black-and-whites. Many families spend a significant amount of time in the kitchen together, so spend a little time considering the best colours for your family’s tastes.
Relaxed Bedrooms
More than ever, the bedroom has become a sanctuary against the stress and hectic schedules that people experience every day. A bedroom should offer a tranquil atmosphere, conducive to relaxation and sleep. Choose colours that promote these activities, such as pastel blue, a soft green or a restful lavender. Darker colours also help promote restful activities. Bright colours such as red or orange tend to raise blood pressure and increase energy levels, so avoid these for your bedroom.
Stimulating Dining Rooms
A dining room is a place where conversation, laughter and interaction occur, and you should provide an area that is stimulating and upbeat for these activities. Red is a popular colour for dining areas because it offers a lively environment for the appreciation of good food and good friends.
Productive Home Offices
If you work at home, your home office should provide an atmosphere that is conductive to contemplation and concentration. Experts suggest green as a calming, yet productive atmosphere for a home office. The range of tones is almost endless and can range from cool gray-greens to warmer blue-greens. Choose a colour that makes you feel relaxed and ready to engage in whatever activities are needed for the day.
If you want to create the perfect environment for family and guests, keep these colour principles in mind when painting your home interior. Today, homeowners have more colours than ever from which to choose, and with a little thought, you can find the right colour for your needs.
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