Why Do We Need To Be Careful When Choosing Colours For Our Interiors? For December 2014

When we walk into a room, the first thing that we notice is its colours and the reactions can range from 'wow' to 'what', so make the right decision! 

The human brain is much more capable than we ever give it credit for and it picks up on thousands of tiny details per second which we don't even realize consciously. These subconscious observations go a long way in shaping our perceptions, thereby affecting our actions. Not surprisingly, when we walk into a room, the first thing that we notice are its colours and the reactions can range from 'wow' to 'what'! 

Well, that was about perceptions and subconscious thinking, but what got us thinking was why we stress so much on the use of colours on our interiors. If we speak of basics, a house only needs certain rudimentary elements like furniture, wall painting and lighting. The question is then, why do we go to such great lengths to ensure an aesthetically pleasing interior décor scheme for our homes? 

The answer again lies in our underlying psychological needs and traits. Look around your house carefully. Do the same colour schemes keep presenting themselves again and again? Then, perhaps, that is the colour you are most drawn to and the overall tone that you have created for your interiors is an indicator of your personality. Regardless of personal choices and personality type, there are certain aspects of home décor which cannot be ignored under any circumstances and balance is one such critical aspect. It is of utmost importance to ensure that your colour combinations balance each other out.

A simple balancing rule is to not use any one colour too much, as that will appear overwhelming. We realize that everyone cannot be an expert in matching colours, so it is advisable that you opt for it by starting small. Start with trying to accessorize your house by using décor items in a few different shades and balance them against each other. This way, you will get a better idea of what you like and how you would like your interiors to appear.

Whatever you do, be very careful about the colour you choose because you will either end up loving it or hating it, and hating the colour at your home is certainly not something you want to do. So, choose carefully and wisely!

Colour Tips For December 2014

1. Perfect wall colour combinations can be quite a difficult task to achieve, and most prefer to give their house a new look every time they opt for wall painting. So, we thought of coming up with a different idea for your home décor. Instead of opting for the same old boring layering or tone on tone wall colours, we suggest you opt for a colour scheme, which flows from room to room. For this, you can choose colours which relate to each other in some way or the other. It is important that the colours are in sync with each other because the colour flow should not look out of place or shock a person while moving from one room to another. Some colours which perfectly complement each other in a flowing colour combination are stone blue and cloudy red, which work well with each other by balancing each other out.
2. As the winter sets in, most of us are going to spend more and more time indoors and this definitely calls for some changes in your interior decoration. If you're planning on spending most of your time indoors, you should work at making it a little glamorous and dramatic, and there is no colour better other than black for this purpose. Black can be an intimidating colour to use in interior décor if used extensively but when used sparsely, it lends a glam sophistication to your interiors. It works particularly well in dining rooms because black looks great in candlelight and will add a dazzling effect to your dining experience. Another way to incorporate it is to add black painted furniture to enhance your interior decoration scheme 
3. Yellow is a commonly used colour when wall painting an interior or exterior. It is one of those few colours that is not exclusive but imparts a vibe of decorative painting. Though abundantly used, we advise you not to take yellow for granted and keep a few points in mind when choosing your shade of yellow. The kind of yellow you choose should depend on the kind of vibe that you want for your room; if you want a lively or cheerful vibe in your room, then settle for a bright yellow without any traces of green at its base. On the other hand, if you want a hint of warmth and sophistication to be a part of your home décor, opt for a darker shade of mustard yellow for pretty walls.

Colours And Gems For December 2014 

1. Moonstone is perhaps one of the prettiest gemstones available and its rather distinct name has an interesting story behind it. It is believed that the gemstone is named so because the ancient Romans believed that the shimmering rock was formed from frozen moonlight and named it moonstone. It is one of those gemstones which is rarely found in its true form and is becoming rarer by the day. Originally, the moonstone is a perfectly clear and colourless body with a blue sheen but the rainbow moonstone found in India and Madagascar ranges from pink to purple, to yellow, peach and blue in colour.
2. Peridot, historically also called Olivine, is a beautiful gemstone with a lovely shade ranging from lime green to olive green. Its beautiful colour is a result of its iron content because of which it is also used for cellular rejuvenation, as well as for reducing problems associated with ageing. The vibration of this gemstone helps in increasing the magnitude of desired things. So, it is widely used by people to bring about an improvement in attributes like confidence, patience and clarity of thought. It is not only a lovely looking stone but is also known to enhance happiness and prosperity among its users.

Vaastu For December 2014 

Colours are known to strongly influence the human mind and body, and when combined with Vaastu Shastra, their benefits are manifold.

Colours form an intrinsic part of our world from the moment we are born, even when we cannot comprehend them. Their importance in our lives is manifold and so it is believed in Vaastu as well. All of us care deeply about the vibrations in our home, as we rightly should, but sometimes another place which is as important as your home remains neglected. Yes, we are talking about your office!

Mostly people do not care much for office décor, besides the usual superficial schemes, but it is of utmost importance that one applies certain principles of Vaastu in their workplace to ensure a prosperous and growing business. Now, we know it is not possible to change one's office premises or bring about structural changes easily in the office. So, we bring to you a few simple and doable Vaastu tips, which will help in bringing about the required positive changes at your workplace.

If the front portion of your office is facing the south, it should be painted red as it will help in enhancing energy and will power. Red is considered to be an invigorating colour and a workplace definitely needs members who are full of vitality, energy and want to do their work with passion.

Yellow is a colour that should be used in all north facing structures as this colour is known to be a cementing colour and is beneficial at tackling any behavioural problems, which may arise at a workplace. The colour yellow is also known to bring about prosperity and maintains a cheerful demeanour amongst the people inhabiting a yellow coloured space.

Colours are known to strongly influence the human mind and body and when combined with Vaastu Shastra, their benefits become manifold. The best part about it is that changing the colours of your office according to Vaastu rules is one of the easiest and least expensive methods to bring in some positivity and prosperity to your workplace.

Colours And Emotions For December 2014 

1. Some emotions are pleasant, while some are not, and nervousness definitely falls in the category of a not so pleasant emotion, especially when you are about to go on stage. It is common for many of us to develop cold feet just when we are about to go on stage to present a speech or any other performance. The right cure to your bouts of nervousness lies in the colour turquoise. This colour is known to aid in clear thinking, enhances concentration and calms the nervous system. So, the next time you go on that stage, print your speech on a turquoise piece of paper which will make sure you give an impeccable speech by balancing your state of mind.
2. In today's day and time, there will be hardly anyone who does not use smileys as an intrinsic part of their conversation. And talking of smileys, have you ever wondered why they are always yellow in colour? Well, the answer lies in the fact that the colour yellow helps the brain in releasing the chemical, Serotonin, which is responsible for producing a happy mood. A popular saying also says that the colour yellow can charm the Gods. Thus, judging by yellow's capacity to charm and cheer up, it is only natural that we humans perk up at the first sight of this bright and vivacious colour!

Colours And Fashion Of December 2014 

Don't let the barren winters rule the mood of your wardrobe. Invest in some vibrant accessories or statement pieces which will give your look a cheery lift without burning a hole in your pocket. The first colour that you need to incorporate in your wardrobe is a dense red shade, something similar to the recent Versace ads. It is the ultimate wow colour; add subtle tinges of orange or purple but ensure it doesn't get too intimidating and dominate your ensemble. We suggest you start with smaller pieces like accessories, a pleated skirt or a shoulder bag to begin with. Another darling colour to jazz up your wardrobe would be a metallic bronze shade, which is shiny but not sparkly, and will add just the right amount of dazzle to your look.

Décor

Bright colours can instantly brighten up any atmosphere but give us a chance to prove the subtle charm of neutrals!

If you think neutrals are a boring option for interior décor, well then we hope by the end of this article we would have successfully changed your opinion. Nobody is denying that bright colours can instantly brighten up any atmosphere but give us a chance to prove the subtle charm of neutrals! So, before you decide on the next round of wall painting for your interiors, read this article!

The biggest advantage that neutral walls can provide you with is that it allows you to bring out other elements of your home décor which bright walls can easily override. If you have brightly painted walls then that takes the centre stage, leaving all your textural design elements redundant. On the other hand, a neutral wall can create a beautiful interior when paired with bright textures like shiny tiles, wooden elements, colourful linens and warm velvets.

Moving beyond walls, neutrals are also the go to colour when buying solid furniture, sofas or couches, instead of pop colours. An overtly bright colour like red is something you can get tired of easily but neutrals will be always be a classic. Besides, you may be saved from the famous buyer's remorse by opting for neutrals. This is because you can always add accessories to brighten neutrals, like pillow covers in bold colours or simply some bright flowers to add some colour to your interiors.

Modern architecture and interiors can also be played up best against neutral backgrounds, giving the savvy designer in you another reason to opt for neutral backgrounds. Thus, use neutral colours to create a home which is as classic and timeless.

Colours And Nature For 2014

1. When we think of the colour green, the first image that comes to our mind is of lush green foliage, which is perhaps one of the most beautiful sights that nature has to offer. The colour green is not restricted to only flora and fauna in nature and a variety of animals of green colour are a sight to behold too. One such spectacular example is the garden insect. This insect has a shiny jewel like appearance and an oily exterior surface, which makes its green hue glow. On a closer inspection, you can see that it is not only green but a dazzling blue-green colour which adorns its body.
2.  The inevitable sign marking the arrival of spring is the sight of blossoming trees and the dull colours of winter giving way to the cheerful colours of spring. In Denmark, though there is more to spring than simple blossoms all around, around half an hour before sunset approximately more than a million European starlings gather together in the sky to form some amazing formations. This phenomenon is known as the Black Sun in Denmark and can be observed during early spring throughout western Denmark. These starlings spend the entire day gathering food from the meadows and as soon as the day begins to set, they fly into the sky to make these beautiful formations.