– The Psychology of Color: How to Use Colors to Influence Mood in Your Home –
Color is more than just an aesthetic element in interior design, it has the power to influence how we feel and behave in a space. Each color carries psychological properties that can enhance or dampen our emotions. In this blog, we explore how different colors affect mood and how to use them strategically in different rooms of your home.
Understanding the Power of Color in Interior Design
Color is a powerful tool in interior design. It can boost your mood, increase productivity, or make you feel calm. Color psychology is backed by years of research into how different hues affect our brain and emotions. Understanding this concept allows you to design rooms that serve specific functions while promoting your desired feelings.
Bold Warm Palettes for Dining Areas: Inviting Appetite and Conversation
Red is a stimulating color associated with passion, warmth, and energy. In dining areas, red can increase appetite and encourage lively conversation. Red tones like crimson and burgundy are perfect for creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. However, to avoid overwhelming the space, balance red with neutral colors like beige or cream.
Calming Greens for Bedrooms: Creating a Relaxing Retreat
Green is renowned for its calming effects, which is why it’s often chosen for bedrooms. Light greens create a peaceful, serene atmosphere, promoting relaxation and restful sleep. Darker greens, such as emerald or hunter green, also offer a cozy, luxurious feel while maintaining their soothing properties. Combine green with light neutrals for a balanced, restful bedroom retreat.
Calming Blues for Bathrooms: A Tranquil Escape
Blue, the color of the sky and ocean, has tangible soothing effects. It promotes relaxation and peace, making it a perfect choice for bathrooms, where serenity is key. Soft shades like powder blue or navy can evoke a sense of tranquility, ideal for unwinding after a long day. Pair blue with neutral tones like white or light gray for a clean, spa-like atmosphere that enhances your sense of calm.
How to Use Color Strategically in Your Home
Using color strategically in your home requires considering the function and mood of each room:
Living Rooms and Family Rooms: For spaces meant for relaxation and socializing, opt for warm, inviting colors like earth tones, greens, or muted blues. These hues create a comfortable, welcoming environment.
Home Offices: For increased productivity, choose calming colors like blue or green. These shades promote focus and concentration without feeling too intense.
Bathrooms: Lighter shades of blue, green, or even white make bathrooms feel fresh and clean. These colors also help create a spa-like atmosphere.
Using Color to Enhance Mood and Atmosphere in Your Home
By strategically choosing colors based on their psychological effects, you can create spaces that evoke specific moods and enhance your overall well-being. Experiment with color palettes in your home and notice the positive impact on your mood and the atmosphere of each room.
– Donations to LA Fire Victims –
Agent Contribution: Fawn Vu, Partner Agent / Assistant Team Lead
Like all of us, we are deeply heartbroken to see the devastating impact of the wildfires on our city and communities. And like many of you, we have friends, acquaintances, and clients who have lost their homes and are searching for ways to help. But amidst the tragedy, it has been truly inspiring to see our city unite in remarkable ways to support those in need. The effects of these fires will be long-lasting, and according to aid groups on the ground, the most effective way we can help fire victims is through financial donations, as these contributions will meet both immediate and long-term needs.
Below is a guide to a few aid organizations currently accepting monetary donations to directly support those affected.
American Red Cross
Their work includes providing temporary shelter, supplies, and emotional support to the fire victims. Donations to the Red Cross can help fund these critical services.
GoFundMe
GoFundMe has created a centralized online hub housing all verified fundraising pages related to the wildfires, and is updated with new accounts as they are verified by the GoFundMe team. Monetary donations help deliver cash directly to those impacted by the fires. At the top of the hub is also GoFundMe’s Wildfire Relief Fund 2025.
California Fire Association
The foundation is working with local fire agencies and community organizations to support residents impacted by fires. Donations directly support victims of wildfires and disasters throughout California, including LA County.
Check out some of the cool ways you can learn about the natural world around you at the Audubon Center at Debs Park!
Learn and play in the Center’s Children’s Woodland! This closed-loop trail features bird blinds, picnicking areas, and a demonstration Tongva village where you can learn about the Tongva people who used to live right here in LA!
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation
This foundation supports the LAFD in its efforts to protect and serve the community. Their programs assist with fire prevention and recovery, as well as providing resources to those impacted by fires.
Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE)
CORE is deploying an emergency response team to support those where air quality is a major concern. It is supplying emergency go-bags, masks and other protective equipment while providing information about evacuations and shelter support.
World Central Kitchen
World Central Kitchen’s relief team is in Southern California to support first responders and families affected by the fires, providing nourishing meals for people in need.
Pasadena Humane Society
Pasadena Humane animal control officers have been assisting with animal evacuations while Pasadena Humane staff have been working at the shelter to help take in the animals of displaced families. The organization has taken in 700 animals from the Eaton Fire and are in need of monetary donations to help purchase medical supplies and other resources.
– RECAP: L34 Group’s January 2025 Gallery Art Night –
L34 Group’s January 2025 Gallery Art Night was a private event held on Saturday, January 18th: “IN FOCUS” a photo exhibit fundraiser, featuring works by Jeffrey Boxer – Geoff Moore – Paul Gibert – George Hamilton – Simon A. Butusov – Justin Reissman.
All proceeds from pieces sold will benefit the Disability Rights Legal Center (DRLC) and the Disability Community Resource Center (DCRC). Founded in 1975, the DRLC is a 501(c)3 non- profit, public interest advocacy organization that champions the rights of people with disabilities through education, advocacy, and litigation. The DCRC helps people living with disabilities maintain self-sufficient and productive lives through non-residential peer support services and training programs.
And, as always, stay tuned into @L34Group for additional information about exciting upcoming Gallery Art Nights!
– LOVE NOTES –
We love our clients, and they love us…
❝This review is waaay overdue but I am a procrastinator. Francine at L34 was referred to us by a friend and helped us purchase our first home, and we are so grateful for her guidance, knowledge, and attentiveness. She was always available to answer questions and proactive in educating us on the home buying process, which is so overwhelming as a first time home buyer. Francine helped us get an amazing deal on a home and went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable with the deal and negotiation process. Her communication was thorough with everyone involved and went the extra mile to find quotes and recommendations during the inspections. Even after we moved in, Francine has continued to help us with all of our new homeownership questions and makes sure we take care of things we might not have thought of. We highly recommend Francine and L34 and so happy with our whole experience!❞
~ Kristel Warren, Glassell Park home buyer
– ON THE MARKET –
556 Clifton St, Lincoln Heights, 90031
2 bd + 1 ba, 852 sq ft taped, built in 1906, total 15,643 sq ft lot, sale includes vacant adjacent lot. Extraordinary views!
www.556clifton.com
List price $799,000
6327 Arroyo Glen St, Highland Park, 90042
3 bd + 3 ba, 1262 sq ft, built in 1923, 4638 sq ft lot
Separate garage w/ bonus space, fenced yards, space for outdoor entertaining
www.6327arroyoglen.com
List price $1,149,000
– COMING SOON –
485 Isabel St, Mount Washington, 90065
3 bd + 2 ba, 2194 sq ft, built in 1906, 5693 sq ft lot
Duplex -> upper unit (2 bd+1 ba) delivered vacant!
List price $985,000
2112 Rome Dr, Glassell Park, 90065
2 bd + 1 ba, 1068 sq ft, built in 1923, 5699 sq ft lot
Lovely gardens, gated driveway, detached garage & bonus space w/ half-bath
List price $979,000
1518 N Boylston St, 90012
2 bd + 1 ba, 1328 sq ft, built in 1916, 6250 sq ft lot
Doesn’t get much closer to Dodger Stadium than this!
– L34 GROUP’S PREFERRED LENDER – |
Leslie J. Black, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation
Branch Manager | Mortgage Advisor | NMLS #1111536
C: 562.322.0836 | lblack@fairwaymc.com
We would love to meet with you, whether you’re considering selling
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