How Colours affect your mood

Colour isn’t just about how a space looks, it shapes the way we experience a room. The right colour can make a space feel calm and nurturing, vibrant and energising or warm and friendly. Think about the end use of the room to help direct your colour scheme

Warm Colours 

Ink: Deep Red, Desert Red and Davidson’s Plum
Stimulating and bold. Often associated with energy, passion, and appetite. Works well in dining rooms or social areas. Deep plum adds drama and richness.

Ink: Turmeric, Rose, Riversalt and Ginger
Warm, uplifting, and creative. Creates a welcoming atmosphere.

Ink: Yellow Ochre and Wattleflower
Cheerful and optimistic. Brings brightness into darker spaces

Cool Colours 

Ink: Tasman, Bluestone, Mist, Indigo and Storm
Calming, tranquil, and refreshing. Perfect for bedrooms and bathrooms where relaxation is key. Darker blues can feel more formal and sophisticated.

Ink: Bushleaf, Saltbush, Stream, Slate and Moss
Restful and grounding, often associated with nature. A versatile colour that works in almost any room, bringing balance and harmony.

Neutrals 

Ink: Snow, Washed White, Soft White
Clean, fresh, and open. Creates a sense of space and light, but can feel stark unless softened with texture or warm accents.

Ink: Greylead, Ash, Clay and Almond
Modern and versatile. Can feel soothing when used with warm undertones or cool and minimal when paired with crisp whites.

Ink: Earth, Brown Ochre, Fawn
Comforting and timeless. Evokes feelings of warmth, stability and connection to nature.

Dark vs. Light Shades

Light colours will open up a space, making it feel larger and airier.

Dark colours create intimacy and a feeling of enclosure bringing depth and a sense of cosiness.

Tips for Using Colour in the Home

Choose soft, muted tones for a timeless, calming effect.

Pair a bold ink with muted second colour (think tonal) so they don’t compete and allow the stronger colour to sing.

Layer fabrics with other natural textures (timber, stone or concrete) to balance patterns and add warmth.

Think about the function of the room selecting energising colours for active areas and calming colours for more restful spaces.