Many people aren’t consciously aware of the impact color has on their mood and spirit, something we’ve learned over the years as builders of Flower Mound custom homes. While many homeowners prefer to stick to “safe” colors such as off-whites and beige or gray tones, the fact is color can have a profound impact on your life in terms of mood and how you feel. From calm and relaxed to cheerful and energetic, the colors you choose can make far more of an impact than you realize!
Not only does color impact how you feel, it can also influence how you and others perceive your home. For instance, certain colors can make a space feel much larger than it actually is, while others provide a cozy or intimate atmosphere that’s ideal when engaging in conversation or just relaxing.
Think of the colors you use as a factor that can completely transform how you and other experience your home. For instance, you may be considering a deep olive green for an area when a lighter shade such as celery makes the space feel lighter and fresher.
Colors are also known to evoke certain emotions or feelings. For instance pink is often associated with femininity or softness, while red or purple are bolder and more passionate. Colors can also affect how you feel in terms of temperature. In North Texas summers tend to be hot and humid, so a color such as aquamarine in a bathroom can make you feel cooler and more refreshed.
Overall, warm tones such as browns, golds, amber shades, reds and oranges create a space that seems warm and cozy, while cool colors such as light seafoam greens, sky blue and lavender are soothing, cooling and relaxing when you’re feeling a little anxious or stressed.
Of course the colors that are your favorites are your favorites for a reason, whether it’s because they’re pleasing to the eye, comfortable, relaxing, soothing or provide a more vibrant, energetic atmosphere. Regardless of the colors you choose, consider not only how they impact your own family, but how they may influence the experience and comfort of others who come into your home.
Bud Bartley Homes is a family of Flower Mound custom homebuilders who have been in the business for decades; we know that when it comes to building the home of your dreams, color is one of the most important elements of all from walls and flooring to cabinetry, countertops, and the exterior of your home. We believe in a personal approach so that when it’s all said and done, your home is one that provides the comfort and atmosphere you desire most. Give us a call today!
