The Psychology of Colors in Interior Spaces

Color makes the world go round. Without color, everything would be very boring as it is scientifically proven that color has the ability to change one’s mood and emotions.
Colors communicate a lot and liking one color and not the other can be a clear giveaway of what one’s personality is really like.

Color can not only project a personality but can set the tone of each room in a home.
Certain colors can elicit certain responses. For example, warmer colors like red, yellow, orange and brown can elicit either feelings of warmth or aggressiveness while cool colors like greens and blues and blacks can either be calming or depressing.


Keep reading to learn more about the psychology of each color and what liking each color means.

PINK

Pink is in the red color family.  It is on the more delicate side of red.

People who like the color Pink are perceived as feminine, innocent and romantic.

Pink is a more peaceful color that can work well in the bedroom.

YELLOW

Yellow reminds one of Summer.
It represents happiness, optimism and inspiration.
People who like the color yellow are attracted to what’s new and modern.
Paint a wall Pale yellow as it will bring in a sunny feel without necessarily overwhelming the eyes.

BLUE

Blue is a cool and calming color.
It is a popular color because it symbolizes the sky.
People who like the color blue are trustworthy, loyal, friendly and strong.
Blue has got calming powers, so it will work well in the bedroom.

PURPLE

The color Purple stimulates the imagination.
It is the color of royalty, luxury and wealth.
People who like the color purple tend to be creative, wise and romantic.
Paint your walls a calming shade of Lilac, if you want to create a sense of relaxation and serenity in a room.

RED

Red is a very confident color.
It is also the color of excitement and energy.
It is the most psychologically stimulating of all colors.
People who like the color red are passionate, energetic, outgoing and courageous.
Paint your space Candy apple Red if you want to bring good cheer Want to bring a cheerful feel to your space.

GREEN

Green is the color of nature.
It is Calm and relaxing and is often also described as joyful, harmonious, energizing and a color that is full of life.
People who like the color green are said to believe in balance, stability and persistence.
Paint your space a Lime green if you want to bring energy into a room.

WHITE

The color White represents youth and cleanliness.
It is a color known to create a cool, refreshing feel in any space.
People who like white interiors are likely to prefer a contemporary interior style.
Warmer shades of white help make a room feel cozier, while cooler shades tend to achieve a more formal, clean feel.

ORANGE

Orange is considered a wholesome and fruitful color.
It is a color that demands attention while symbolizing balance, warmth, vibrancy and enthusiasm.
People who like the color Orange are friendly and get along with almost everyone.
Orange stimulates appetite and can mainly add spice in the dining area.

BROWN

The color Brown is a warm color and it represents earth, security and contentment.
People who like browns tend to love nature, simplicity and comfort.

SILVER

Silver is a color that represents prosperity and wealth.
People who like silver have a sense of style and are usually very motivated.
Decorating a room with Silver accents can help create a feeling of ornate richness.

GREY

The color Grey is classic, elegant and works well with most colors

People who like the color grey are intelligent and disciplined.

You will also find that a warm grey paired with other warm colors creates a lively and inviting space.

BLACK

The color Black represents elegance, mystery and power.
People who like the color black are said to be ambitious and sophisticated.
Since too much black can be too depressing, it is advisable to use the color black as an accent color in order to add drama and mystery to your room.

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