color psychology
Does a yellow room make you feel anxious? Do you feel calm and relaxed looking a different hues of blue? Interior designers and artists have a long standing belief that can dramatically impact the mood and feelings of people. Color is a powerful communication tool and can be used to signal action, influence mood, or even influence physiological reactions. Certain colors have been associated with increased blood pressure, increased metabolism, or even eye strain.
So what does this have to do with interior design and staging? The colors you use for a room can persuade the theme and atmosphere you’re trying to create. It can create excitement or happiness. It can create peace and tranquility. Adding shades of green and yellow to a sunroom create happiness and provide a healthy natural living atmosphere. A room with shades of black and deep red can provide an intimate atmosphere for a bedroom. Understand what color psychology represents in each color can help you make the right decisions in picking the perfect color combination for a room.
BLACK
Formality, Sophistication, Dramatic
WHITE
Clean, Simplicity, Innocence
RED
Excitement, Energy, Love
BLUE
Trust, Peace, Loyalty
GREEN
Nature, Healing, Freshness
YELLOW
Creativity, Happiness, Warmth
PURPLE
Royalty, Luxury, Spirituality
BROWN
Reliability, Strength, Rugged
ORANGE
Confidence, Success, Bravery
PINK
Compassion, Sweetness, Sophistication