Think about how much time your workers spend in the office. On average, it’s around eight hours. So it’s important that your office is a comfortable, pleasant environment. Colour schemes have been proven to impact behaviour and mood. That’s why they play such a huge role in office design. If you’re office is relocating and you’re in the middle of designing the new office, then colour should be one of your biggest concerns during the creation process.

Colour Psychology

Colour psychology is a concept that is still being studied by colour scientists and experts. However, the link between colour and mood has been proven time and time again. Marketing studies have shown that up to 90% of a customer’s initial impression of a product is based solely on colour. Colour clearly influences our decisions – perhaps such as the decision of whether or not to work hard? Certain colours, or colour combinations, can improve productivity and make your new office more welcoming. And other colours don’t. 

The theories within colour psychology can be applied to anything – from clothes to paintings to branding to marketing and more. But we’re focusing on colour psychology within the interior design industry and the impact of colour palettes on people’s wellbeing and productivity. You want your new office to be bright, warm and inviting, which you can convey through the use of colour. Nobody wants to work in a dull, dark, cold office.

Colour Palettes And Their Impact

Blue

Universally, blue is considered a calming and peaceful colour associated with tranquillity and relaxation. Think of the sea or the ocean. It’s a nice, calming image and the same vibes can be reflected by applying blue to your office. Blue is a popular favourite for this reason. Blue can also convey trust, reliability and safety; perfect for both employees and customers.

How can you apply blue to the office?

You could apply blue to anything! You could paint the walls blue, for example. You could have blue chairs or carpets. You could have blue shelves and cabinets and storage units. Wooden units can be painted blue for style. Or you could utilise blue within a design. Combining blue with white is elegant, timeless and reflects professionalism in your office.

Green

Green is the colour that is associated with nature; forests, grass, trees, etc. Green is pleasing because it conveys safety and familiarity. Like nature, green can reflect growth and freshness, which is nice for a new company. Finally, green is the perfect colour to express a company’s environmental awareness and green goals. You can use green as a tribute to nature and to showcase your dedication to creating a healthier planet.

How can you apply green to the office?

Green can be used through natural elements of the office like plants. It can also be used on furniture: green chairs, tables, desks, etc. You could paint green on wood, metal and most other materials.

Red

Red is a strong, bold, fiery colour that makes a huge impact on the mind. As the opposite to blue, red can influence excitement and higher energy levels. It’s a stimulating, powerful colour and the stronger the shade, the more profound its effects are. Red is also considered a classy, luxury colour – think of the red carpet where celebrities walk up and down, generating excitement from a roaring crowd. Too much red can start to overpower a room or can even be associated with blood, which is not so pleasant.

How can you apply red to the office?

Red is best in controlled and subtle application. You could paint the walls red, especially with lighter or less strong shades for an exciting environment. Red chairs or desks or both could work well in an office. Combining red with white or black can be modern, sleek and sophisticated.

Yellow

Yellow is associated with the sun, bees and gold. It’s the happiest of all the colours. Bring some sunshine to your office with a touch of yellow. Yellow boosts positivity, optimism and creativity. Like red, yellow can be overstimulating if overused but in a dark room, a bit of yellow might be the perfect natural way to lighten up the room and brighten people’s moods.

How can you apply yellow to the office?

We would recommend being sparing in your use of yellow in the office. Perhaps you could combine yellow with darker colours for a harmonious contrast. Yellow can go nicely on walls (maybe one wall as opposed to all four walls). Yellow chairs can be reminiscent of school and encourage learning. Carpets, desks and other furniture can all be made in yellow as well.

Choosing the Right Colours with Wessex Interiors

At Wessex Interiors, we pay close attention to colour, tone and texture in interior design. Our team has worked with many businesses in Portsmouth and Southampton, helping companies choose the best colours for their offices to appeal to employees and customers alike. 

To find out more, please give us a call today on 02380 663 100. We also have an online enquiry form that you can complete and a member of our team will be in touch with you as soon as possible.