Color-Focused Feng Shui

Color choice can be a difficult thing to decide upon when redecorating a room. After all, there are hundreds of color choices and you like so many of them! But here's something you may want to consider: color-centered Feng Shui. Feng Shui is the ancient Eastern art of incorporating harmony and balance into a space. This means taking furniture arrangement, decor, and color into account to create a space that is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also appealing to the mind and soul. Color-focused Feng Shui is based primarily on color to create a sense of harmony and balance within your home. Fabrics and upholstery are great ways to incorporate color. Here are the basics: 

The Bedroom

Feng Shui suggests that neutral colors are best for a bedroom, which allow for energy to flow, promoting relaxation. Try a linen comforter in a neutral shade, such as eggshell white, or beige. Or, maybe a fabric tapestry in a sandy brown. 

The Living Room

Shades of yellow are said to evoke the desire to connect and communicate, which is most desired for a living room. Try a couch with yellow upholstery. Or, perhaps add a few throw pillows with golden accents.

The Office

When sitting down to get some work done, you'll want to create an atmosphere that inspires creativity and production. Blacks and purples are most helpful here. A small purple pillow for your desk chair will spark creativity. Or, try a small black throw rug.

The Kitchen

The kitchen, where we create the food that sustains us, calls for an energizing color. Try adding a fabric potholder in a vibrant orange, or perhaps a curtain or dishtowels in a bright red.

The Bathroom 
Shades of green, lavender, blue, yellow, and cream help to promote a peaceful and stress-free environment. Imaging relaxing in a bubble bath surrounded by calming hues and  tones. Try adding some cream-colored towels; utilize a lavender shower curtain, or a light green bathmat. 

Deciding upon a color theme for your room is one of the hardest steps of redecorating. Color-focused Feng Shui can make the process a bit easier. Luckily, there are fabrics and upholstery in every shade, allowing you to create a harmonious home!