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*Triad a triad is accomplished when three colors of equal distance to each other on the color wheel are used. Red, yellow and blue combine to make a triad color scheme. *Tetrad by combining to pairs of complimentary colors a tetrad color scheme is created. *Analogous: Using colors that are next to each other on the color wheel. *Monochromatic: Using the same color with different shades, tints or tones. Textural interest should be added to monochromatic color schemes to keep them from getting boring. In addition, a small bit of color added to accessories will enhance a monochromatic color scheme.
Tip:
Use a color wheel to your advantage when coordinating fabrics, paint colors and kids furniture... Make certain to purchase an "artist" or "interior design" color wheel, rather than a "web" or "RGB" color wheel. An RGB color wheel is often used for computer design and based on the light spectrum, using red, green and blue as primary colors, rather than red, yellow and blue. Color and Mood
When choosing a color for your home, it's worth considering the psychological effect a shade can have on your mood. Here is a list of colors and their emotional associations.
Red, orange, yellow families are referred to as "warm" colors since they evoke images associated with heat, like fire or sunshine. Psychologically, these colors make you feel warm.
Red This powerful color increases blood pressure and heart rate. It often produces feelings of intimacy, energy, passion and sexuality. Often used in restaurants to stimulate appetite. Great for dining rooms. warmth, love, valor, glamour, celebration, danger.
Orange Orange warms a room, but is less dramatic than red. The hue is also more welcoming and friendly than the fiery and seductive red counterpart. Orange works well in living rooms and family rooms and a good choice for kids bedrooms. warmth, exoticism, excitement, sociability, change.
Yellow Yellow is a refreshing color and can brighten any interior space. Its terrific for sprucing up a house for potential resale. It can make a poorly lit foyer and hallways look more welcoming, showing us the way. In their bedrooms, elderly people report that yellow lifts their mood. But bright yellow can be too strong and may actually cause anxiety in infants, young children and the elderly. cheerfulness, hope, energy, creativity, caution.
Blues, greens, violets are considered "cool" colors because of their references to pastoral landscapes and ocean vistas. When we look at these colors they can make you feel at peace and relaxed.
Blue Toned down blue is an ideal color choice for adults and kids bedrooms. But that same blue that puts us to sleep also interrups our appetite. Use blue in the bedroom, but keep it out of the kitchen. tranquility, mystery, freshness, uniqueness.
Green A dominant color in nature, we are at home with green anywhere in the house. Uplifting and calming makes green popular in hospitals, schools and work environments. Light greens work well in baths and living rooms; mid-range greens are a great accent for kitchens and dining rooms. nature, nurturing, fertility, restfulness, luck, jealousy.
