While more research is needed in order to fully understand the connection between color and mood, color theory suggests that the color scheme in your home can positively impact your mental health and well-being. So if you’re waking up in a cranky mood, it may not be the “wrong side of the bed”, but rather the color on your walls! Using color to influence your mood and behaviors is called color psychology and is a rather new science. However, there is evidence that it can help reduce stress, improve sleep, and more.
When designing the spaces in your home, consider the feelings you’d like to elicit, and think about what colors will help you achieve those goals. One area our design experts are consistently seeing renovations and remodels is the bathroom. Homeowners want to create an oasis, an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. When you think of a bathroom oasis, what comes to mind? Perhaps a free-standing soaker tub filled to the brim with bubbles, a luxurious walk-in shower complete with rain showerhead, accent candles in a soothing scent, ambient lighting, or a plush rug? Now, what color is on the walls? The cabinets? Are there patterns? Let’s dive a bit deeper.
When deciding on bathroom colors, you want to create a space that not only looks beautiful but feels good too. How do you want to feel first thing in the morning or right before bed? Most homeowners crave a sanctuary, an escape from the rest of the house. After all, this is a private area and should allow for a sense of peace and calm. According to Zillow, the number one bathroom color palette choice is blue, followed by soft neutrals.
Blues instill an immediate feeling of calm and tranquility, which makes it a great choice for bathrooms, a space where you want to relax. If you prefer a bit more reinvigoration or rejuvenation in the morning, consider teals or turquoises. Adjectives associated with blues in a space are compassionate, serene, peaceful and fresh, evoking thoughts of the sea and sky. Go with a lighter blue to keep it as a neutral palette or select something with a deeper tone for a bit more drama.
Neutral tones and whites never go out of style, and this classic bathroom color palette serves as the ideal backdrop for an airy, versatile canvas. Soft neutrals also allow for homeowners to switch up accessories based on season or holiday. White can be soft and relaxing, but if it has cooler undertones can also be striking and crisp. Light-reflecting whites allow smaller bathrooms to appear more open, which in turn creates a more spa-like setting. Whites and neutrals in a bathroom are timeless and create balance and harmony in your space.
The next time you’re at a spa (lucky you!), take a look around. You’ll often notice soft neutrals, whites, and hues of green. Greens make another popular bathroom color choice due to the calming and relaxing feeling they elicit. Greens also remind us of nature, which can be refreshing and allows us to bring the outdoors in. That’s why so many windows are above bathtubs. While soaking in your tub, looking outside at the natural world puts us instantly in a more tranquil headspace. If you live in an urban setting, try adding greens to your bathroom space for a more organic setting.
Those homeowners who want to take more risks with their bathroom color selections might shy away from bright colors, but still might crave a bold and sophisticated statement. Enter dark shades of gray. When gray or black is used on an accent wall for example, you can’t help but feel sleek and chic. From a psychological standpoint, dark grays represent stability and reliability. This can work particularly well in a modern bathroom.
Don’t think that you’re limited to these traditional selections. There is a reason why soft neutrals, blues, grays, and greens are the most popular bathroom colors: they convey a peaceful environment. However, color is a personal choice, and don’t rule out other choices like pinks (evoking feelings of feminine energy, nurture and romanticism), or yellows (injecting a bit of joy, energy and optimism into your space).
Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky once said, “Color is a power which directly influences the soul.” If you’re looking for a change to your space, perhaps a color swap is all that’s in order. Allow our experts at J&J Construction to help you make the perfect selection for your bathroom renovation.
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