This archive report was first published on 18 September 2019.
Colour Psychology in Interior Design ¶
Published on September 18, 2019
Colour has the power to evoke emotions and influence our moods. Ever walked into a room and noticed how the colours on the walls, furniture, and décor have your emotions tinkering with excitement or drag you down? It's all about decor design achieved by colours.
According to Kamlesh Shah, MD of Basco Paints, 'if used correctly, grey conveys a trendy, fashionable look.'
Here are some of the reasons why your interior designer will opt for certain colours over others when putting together your home space.
Why Choose Brown? ¶
A lighter shade of Brown can be often used to create that rustic feel on furniture, floors as well as cupboards among other surfaces in the home or office space. Its contrasting effect to other colours allows for a warm, eco-style and a calming feel.
Why Choose Blue? ¶
Blue is yet another colour that has the ability to create an air of calm and relaxation. Some exciting shades of blue that go well together are turquoise blue and navy blue as well as sky blue and royal blue.
Why Choose Green? ¶
Green is a colour that gives you a feeling of peace and calm. Many associate green with rejuvenation, restoration as well as healing. It simply allows you to feel secure and safe at the same time without too much effort.
Why Choose Grey? ¶
Grey, most people view grey as a dull, uninviting colour. However, if used correctly, grey conveys a trendy, fashionable look. Yes, sounds hard to believe but if you pair it with white, green and brown it can bring out the beauty in grey.
Why Choose Red? ¶
Red gives off qualities associated with love, excitement, beauty, and happiness. Dependent on your culture, red is synonymous with positive energy, good luck as well as loyalty.
Why Choose White? ¶
White is a colour that goes with just about anything. As much as it alludes to serenity, a pure and sophisticated feel, many do not ascribe to using it solely in their interior décor.
Why Choose Black? ¶
Black can be transformed to create a contrast to the rest of the room. Black is best used in small intimate spaces.
Why Choose Orange? ¶
Orange is a colour you can splurge on your walls, furniture as well as art décor not forgetting curtains and rugs. When using orange be careful not to overdo it as it is already loud.
