Decorate Your Home With Colors That Make You Smile
Big and small ways to break out of your routine and create a happy space
I'm a Designer & Color Consultant specializing in interior and exterior color selection. I also create Design Plans for DIYers. I'd love to help you through my eDesign Service {and it doesn't matter where you live!}. Visit my blog at http://www.porterhousedesigns.com/colorsizzle.
I'm a Designer & Color Consultant specializing in interior and exterior... More »
One reason I love color is because it has a powerful ability to change your mood. In these hectic days, we hear so much about finding our "happy place." That could be a state of mind, but it can also be a physical space. Using striking colors and patterns can create a room that makes us smile. Vibrant hues tend to lift our spirits the most because their intensity naturally produces energy. However, any color or color combination that is not considered routine can lift our spirits. So, in your pursuit of happiness, I hope these photos will keep you inspired.
| |
| There is certainly nothing ordinary about this beautiful bedroom. Yellow is the ultimate color of hope and happiness. When it is combined with zesty lime green, coral and lighthearted patterns, these elements create a palette filled with warmth and fuzzy feelings. |
| |
| A mix of punchy colors is a sure way to create a delightful space. Not only is the shelving unit functional, it also serves as a cheery focal point. |
This gorgeous yellow-and-white striped workspace reminds its occupants not to take things so seriously. Working can be stressful, but it's nice to have a fun, colorful wall that prompts you to smile.
See more of this house
See more of this house
| |
| Children are encouraged by color, probably more than adults. I can't think of anything in a child's room more thrilling than an amazing wall mural. This life-sized Candy Land game board brings much color and whimsy to this space, creating miles of smiles. |
|
by Wendinteriors
»
|
| This is another fun idea for a child or teen's bedroom. This type of multi-colored accent wall would also add a dose of merriment to a dining room, living room or laundry room. |
| |
| It's difficult to stay in a bad mood when you're sitting on a bright yellow sofa. Even in a gray space, which can sometimes feel drab, a lemon sofa can instantly give you a sunny disposition. |
| |
| Since purple is my favorite color, I'm having serious desk envy! Being surrounded by your best-loved hues has been proven to increase productivity and keep you in a good mood. |
| |
| This is a great example of how to look at small things in a different way. Something as simple as a tape dispenser can be a colorful, mood-enhancer in your home. Look around and find those places where you can easily inject color into your life. It could very well lead you to your happy place. More: A Cheerful Color to Fall For How to Pick the Right Yellow Decorating With Yellow: Stick Around, Sunshine |
Comments
Denise Vilim I feel more cheerful already!
21 months ago · Like
maison21 yay!
21 months ago · Like
Willow Murphree Most of these are not a palette that I would ever use, but wow!!!
21 months ago · Like
Kaleidoscope Color Consulting Love Color!!! 
21 months ago · Like
storklady Love the kids room with the candy land wall. What fun..and what a blast from the past!
21 months ago · Like
Bright Bold and Beautiful Oh ~ this does make me smile :) I love a bright kitchen too http://brightboldbeautiful.blogspot.com/2011/06/color-inspiration-bright-kitchens.html 
21 months ago · Like
· 
1
1
JEANIE GREAT ideabook! I could have kept scrolling for lots more images! Definitely a smile-bringer.
21 months ago · Like
cheryl Thank you. Makes me feel great for choosing to live with colors I love.
21 months ago · Like
violetmist Purple is my favorite as well. If I could be surrounded by purple and yellow all the time, I'd be very happy. I need that desk in my studio!
20 months ago · Like
· 1
1
Ideabook published on Oct. 9, 2011.
What are you working on?
News From Our Partners
Latest Ideabooks
People found the photos in this ideabook after searching for:
View over a million photos:
