Colors in decoration: did you know that they influence your well-being?
Did you know that the colors you choose for a room can directly affect your mood? While warm colors, such as red, can instigate hunger, other tones, such as light blue, can be cozy and welcoming. That's why it's so important to use colors in your decor according to what you want to convey.
Chromotherapy, as color therapy is called, is recognized by the Ministry of Health as an integrative practice. This proves the importance of getting the tones right at home, right? That's why, in this article, you'll learn more about how colors affect our well-being and how to choose the right colors for your home. Follow along!
Understanding chromotherapy
The practice of chromotherapy consists of using the colors that make up the solar spectrum, such as blue, indigo, violet, red, green, orange and yellow. By using colors in the right way, the body is able to return to balance, both physically and spiritually.
This power of colors in the human mind, used by chromotherapy to bring more balance to the body, can be used in parallel with the use of colors in decoration. But it's important to note that chromotherapy is done by a professional, while the colors used to compose the environment are a complement to bring more harmony to the home.
How to use color in decorating every room in the house
Architects and interior designers already use surveys that show each person's reaction to each color. The results of this experience help us to choose the right tones for each room, provoking sensations relevant to that moment.
Bedroom: light and neutral tones
The bedroom is essentially a place to rest and recharge. So there's nothing better than colors that help with that moment of tranquility at the end of the day.
Neutral tones such as light blue, beige or even pastel shades can help with this almost immediate feeling of relaxation.
A good tip is to choose one wall, which could be where the headboard is, to paint in one of these lighter tones and, for the rest of the room, opt for beige, cream or a similar shade.
Living room: mixed tones for a lively atmosphere
The living room is where you receive friends and family and also a place to spend time with the family. That's why this space deserves livelier touches, but without losing that air of coziness that is so expected in this type of environment.
In the living room, it's worth investing in colors like white, black, woody tones and gray, depending on your preference. But to add a cheerful touch, it's worth complementing with other colors. A patterned rug in a more neutral room, for example, gives an extremely stylish effect. Pictures can also be used to add color without being too heavy.
Another tip is to make the most of your choice of decorative items. If you like color, how about a beautiful colored stone picture frame on the sideboard, or a colorful sculpture in a niche on your bookshelf? The idea is simple, but the result is a different and elegant room!
Kitchen: a touch of red can whet the palate
Warm colors help to bring out the taste buds. That's why shades of red and orange are excellent for the kitchen. And you can vary the use of these colors, depending, of course, on your preference.
You can choose to have a colored cabinet door in your planned furniture, for example, or even use colored appliances on the worktop in a more neutral environment, if that's your preference.
Using color in decoration can be the missing touch to give more grace to any space. If you want to decorate your home and create harmonious environments, invest in this idea and enjoy the result with much cozier and more inviting spaces.
At Handy, our development located near Paraíso station, we have an interior design that has been created with your well-being and comfort in mind. Construction starts in January, so be sure to visit the decor and check out the available units!
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