There is an opinion that colors in interior design influence a person's mood and well-being: they stimulate the nervous system, increase appetite, relieve stress, improve sleep quality, boost self-esteem, enhance productivity, and even lower or raise blood pressure. Colors are credited with many abilities. Is this true? Let's figure it out.
Color therapy is not a new trend.
The healing properties of color were mentioned as early as the Middle Ages, when the Persian scientist Ibn Sina, known in the West as Avicenna, wrote in his medical treatise that red improves blood circulation, blue has a calming effect and can reduce blood loss in case of injury, and yellow has anti-inflammatory properties.
In the scientific community, color therapy gained attention in the 19th century, after the discovery in 1877 of the bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties of ultraviolet radiation.
Today, some consider color therapy a form of alternative medicine, while others regard it as pseudoscience. However, it's important to note that color therapy is not based on the scientific method, and there are no official medical studies confirming its effectiveness.
Today, color therapy has many followers. On the internet, you can find detailed information about the healing properties of each color. For instance, red is said to charge the body with energy, which is why it is recommended for use in fitness centers, although it is also said to irritate and increase aggression, making it unsuitable for offices or bedrooms. You may also read that red improves heart function but can increase blood pressure.
Blue is believed to help fight anxiety and restore energy. Orange shades are said to stimulate appetite, have rejuvenating effects, and aid in treating kidney and respiratory diseases. Yellow is said to clarify the mind and make mental activity more productive. Purple is said to inspire and boost self-esteem. Pink has a sedative effect and helps combat insomnia. Green is considered a natural stress reliever and normalizes overall body function.
It cannot be denied that being in a room where a certain color dominates can affect one's emotional state.
To sum up, color in interior design doesn't work miracles, but it definitely has an impact on emotional well-being. How exactly it affects you will largely depend on your individual perception. While obvious recommendations (green calms, red stimulates) can be considered, when choosing a color palette for your interior, it is advisable to rely on your own associations rather than strictly following color therapy principles.
