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Decorate Your Home With Colors That Make You Smile
Big and small ways to break out of your routine and create a happy space
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.
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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.
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.
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.
Stikit Tape Dispenser in 4 colors
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.
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