red
There's a reason why the eye is usually drawn to red fi rst. It's full of excitement, passion, tenacity, fl amboyance and courage. Red has a lot of attitude and makes a strong statement about your personality. While people surrounded by it may fi nd their hearts beating a little faster or feel a little bit out of breath, a spot of red in just the right place can make a room come alive. When used with a cool blue, red's intense heat can be toned down a bit. Light pink, yellow or a gray tone can help harmonize a room that uses red.
Wall: Lambert's Blue 25-13 Ceiling: December Eve 23-2
blue
Wall: Red Rhythm 4-16 Wall Inset: Browned Butter 10-11
When you ask people their favorite color, most will probably say blue. That's partly because much of the world is blue so we have a natural connection with it. While associated with steadfastness, dependability, wisdom and loyalty, blue tends to make people more productive and focused. Certain shades of blue actually cause the body to produce calming chemicals, while other shades, or too much blue, can make us feel cold. A versatile color, blue can be used with green, red, orange, yellow or any neutral.
yellow
The color of the sun, yellow is associated with laughter, happiness and good times. It can cause the brain to release more serotonin, which makes people feel optimistic. It even has the power to speed up metabolism and drive creativity. However, yellow can be overpowering if it's not used sparingly in just the right places. Use it to add zest to a cool palette of blues or grays. It can also work well with orange, red, olive green or brown.
orange
A fl amboyant color that's often tied to fun and happiness, orange exudes energy and warmth. It has the power to inspire people both mentally and emotionally to get them thinking and talking. And while associated with change, ambition and attitude, orange is an exciting color that attracts attention. Make a statement by pairing it with blue, red, yellow, green or a dash of purple.
purple
Kings and queens wore purple robes for good reason. Associated with wealth, prosperity and sophistication, purple can stimulate brain activity and problem solving. However, when it's overused in a common setting it can be perceived as pretentiousness and insincerity. Using purple carefully can create a sense of mystery, wisdom and respect. Any neutral color, especially beige, can work with purple to create an earthy look, while green or pink are other options that work well.
4 P&L Color Expressions Wall: Columbine 31-22
