I’m sure we have all heard that different colours create different emotions and moods. Unlike mood rings that change colour depending on our body temperature, however, it is true that different colours and elements in a space can actually determine what emotion we feel when we are in that space.
Have you ever noticed that most fast food chains have an element of red in their logo design? McDonalds, KFC and Hungry Jacks all have red in their logo but this is no coincidence. The colour red emotes feelings of strength, excitement and hunger.
Picking the right colour for your space is of utmost importance in determining how productive, relaxed, focused and happy you are in that space. So when you wake up one morning and it is freezing cold, grey and raining, you aren’t crazy for not wanting to get out of bed. Dark colours such as grey and black are associated with feelings of comfort, security, sleepiness and hibernation. Alternatively, green creates feelings of harmony, peace and balance. Blue creates feelings of calm, intelligence and communication whereas yellow emotes feelings of creativity, confidence and happiness. Similarly, white creates feelings of cleanliness, safety and goodness.
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So, what colours should in what space? As a blanket rule, you can’t go wrong with white in a space. White shades work well as the base of a room, being that if the walls of a space are white the space will feel comforting and safe. Similarly, if white is the base colour in a space you are able to create a range of emotions and feelings through the coloured accessories used. When creating an office, for example, opting for light colours is a great idea. Whites, blues, greens and yellows are ideal for an office space as these colours provide a great environment for creative thinking and productivity.
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On the other hand, when creating a lounge room, using darker colours for the lounge and entertainment unit are great, practical ideas. Not only is light coloured furniture more difficult to clean, but darker colours help create a comforting, cozy and safe environment. Adding greenery into a space is an amazing way to add light as well as feelings of harmony, balance and peace. Using plants in the home helps to purify the air, create a more focused and calm space. It is for this reason that plants are ideal for office spaces and for being scattered around the home. Just because an area has a hint of a colour in it, this does not mean that the whole area is going take on the feeling that the colour creates. When different colours are paired together different emotions are created. Colours have a range of uses and when used together some feelings are subdued and some are heightened, all depending on other elements in the space. If you use black in a space it does not mean that the space is going to make you sleepy or unmotivated. When paired with lighter colours, the black will make the lighter colours pop and become the focus.
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Having knowledge about what colour creates what emotion is extremely helpful when styling a space, particularly for sale. Just because you are used to how a space makes you feel does not mean that potential buyers are also used to that feeling. Opting for lighter, neutral colours with pops of green from plant life is a great idea when selling as this creates the optimal feeling for potential buyers.
All information on colours was inspired by www.color-wheel-pro.com
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