Utilizing color throughout a space is one of the trickiest aspects of interior design.

It’s enriching and energizing.

Some say that the more color you include in your day the better you will feel.

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Color is essentially light, and light is important to our vitality (viaThe Spruce).

Devotees to feng shui believe at the foundation of all things is a vibrating life and energy force.

Orange in feng shui

Orange is considered a “social color” in feng shui.

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It’s thought to boost connection, creativity, and conversation.

Well, the same thing can happen when you add yellow to your home.

Try adding some yellow to social spaces like the dining room or kitchen.

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Green in feng shui

Green is, to put it simply, good.

It’s beneficial aspects seem nearly infinite.

The shade can be calming, healing, and balancing.

Yellow

It represents growth (think plants) and abundance.

It can be divided into two shades: blue green and deep blue.

The former of the two represents youth and confidence perfect for a teen’s space.

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Purple in feng shui

Purple is most often associated with abundance and dignity in feng shui.

However, it can also act as a calming or even spiritual agent.

Pink is the color of compassion and caring.

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Of course, it’s also the shade for love and romance.

Overall, pink has a positive effect in any space.

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