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Thanks to the many
decorating shows now on television, many people are
taking matters into their own hands and making some
dramatic changes to the interior of their homes.
Children’s rooms are a great place for parents to
begin. The
first choice to make will most certainly be the color of
the walls!
Children are very sensitive to changes in color, so
let’s talk about some of the common color choices, their
meanings and their best uses!
Green is a representation of the wood
element and is a color strongly associated with growth
and change, (think plants and trees).
It is a wonderful for a shy child as it
encourages reaching out and new beginnings. Green would
not be a wise choice for a child who is already going
through great changes, (such as the arrival of a new
sibling or a parent’s divorce), or for a child who has
difficulty sleeping.
Blue is a representation of the water
element and is often associated with emotions.
Because of this it is not a good color choice for
very early childhood spaces unless it is accented with
other colors.
It is a wonderful choice, however, for children
who are over-active, as it helps to calm them down.
I would certainly recommend it if a baby had
colic or was overly fussy.
Blue also encourages focus and builds
self-esteem.
I would not use blue for a child who was already
too sedentary or one who is sad or often alone.
Yellow is a cheerful color, and one
that is often chosen for children’s rooms.
It does lift spirits and counters feelings of
isolation.
It is not the best choice for a child who is overly
talkative, as it will keep them excited.
The shades of yellow are very important.
A bright, sunny yellow represents fire element,
while a subdued shade would represent earth and
stability.
A pale shade is not recommended for children’s rooms, as
it can be associated with ‘sick-yellow’.
Purple is the new “in” color, and for
good reason.
It is associated with royalty, wealth, nobility
and power.
It is a color that encourages daydreams, lessens
physical pain, eases difficulties, and encourages the
nurturing of self.
I would avoid this color in a child who focuses
on negativity, or is already a dreamer.
Browns, Taupes, and earthy shades are
wonderful for adding stability, feelings of security and
safety to a child’s space.
Avoid these shades if your child is overly shy or
if the room or its furnishings are already dark.
Red is a color of strong fire, and is
sometimes used in playrooms more often than in bedrooms.
It is a color strongly associated with activity
and drama.
It is wonderful for sparking a desire to learn or to
stimulate physical activity.
Too much red can over-stimulate an active child,
and shouldn’t be used if the child becomes easily angry
or frustrated.
Its use in a bedroom can make it difficult for a
child to sleep.
Color has a powerful impact on our emotions, thoughts,
and feelings.
Choose carefully and wisely, and be prepared to change
them as your child grows and shifts. Now, get out the
brushes, tarps and paint cans and let’s get to work! |
