The Meanings in Color for Home Decorators
Choose Right Paint Shades to Decorate for Emotion With Rose Colors
Jul 3, 2008
Choosing the appropriate color scheme can be more important than you first realize. For many people choosing paint is about going to the hardware store, finding a color that appeals to them and having the paint mixed up. It works. But choosing the right color for your space whether it is in furniture, linens or paint is more relevant than many people realize.
Color sets a mood. Humans respond differently to different colors. Look around you when you are out in the stores and shops you visit. Their colors where not random choices. The colors they chose where specifically designed with you in mind.
Many people realize that a green room tends to make them feel tranquil and relaxed while a red room energizes them. There have been many studies done and the color of your environment will effect your energy level, stimulate your apetite, activate your memory and more. When looking for a color for your room you may want to think about the activity that goes on in that particular room. Yellow is said to stimulate you mentally and encourage communication. This would be a good color for a family room. Purple tends to stimulate creativity. This might be an option for the kitchen or office that you hadn't previously considered.
Color: Meaning, Symbolism and Psychology offers a closer look at what each color will mean to you.
The meanings behind colors can come from other directions as well. For some the first glimpse into the meaning of color came with the gift of their first rose. Why not use the meanings of the color of roses to help you choose your room color. It's fun to learn about the meanings and visit the homes of your friends and family.
You may be surprised to find that the coral color grandma had painted in the livingroom signifies 'Desire' or your friend"s light pink room symbolizes 'Joy and Sweetness'. Check out the Morrison Gardens chart for all the meanings for the colors of roses in order to incorporate these meanings into your decor.
If you have your heart set on a color simply because you like that particular shade, go for it. There are no color police. You may want to just use these guides for accessories. Have fun with them and explore your own range of emotion. You can even use your accessories and decor to see how much your guests know.
