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Lighting Affects Mood

Here is a list of lighting colors and influences:

Natural light: Maximizing natural light in a space can make it feel brighter, more open, and more inviting. Natural light has been shown to positively impact mood and productivity, making spaces with ample daylight more appealing to occupants.

White light: Exposure to white light shows it can be disruptive and even cause sleep disruption.

Yellow light: Stimulates activity, and is used predominantly in homes, stores, offices, and other spaces. It keeps people active and awake.

Blue light: Exposure to blue light is great for getting work done. Blue light helps people perform cognitive tasks better and increases alertness.

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Lighting and color affect your mood. Studies have shown that your body can be influenced by different color lighting. When it comes to staging a home, keep in mind how different colored lighting can create an atmosphere that can either attract or repel renters. Design experts suggest creating a mood through a mix of ambient, task or accent lighting to create a warm ambiance. “Thoughtful lighting choices, like soft white lights, can also make a space more visually appealing and inviting,” said Eric Bramlett, realtor and the owner of Bramlett Residential.

Red light: This color imparts a calming effect on the mind. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has acknowledged a possible relationship between red light’s shorter wavelength and the body’s relative insensitivity to this light color. According to this theory, since the human eye is less sensitive to higher-wavelength light than, say, blue wavelengths (which are shorter than red wavelengths), the body lacks stimulation in red lighting, and your mind is thus calmer.

Green light: This color has soothing qualities and is often used in hospitals. The Canadian Medical Association Journal shared green light helped calm tense hospital patients.

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Making a “mood board” is a fantastic method to give the home a unified feel. Making a mood board is a great way to get your intended look and feel for your home on paper. Visuals, tones and textures that embody the ideal aesthetic can all be included. Make the mood board your guide as you shop for new pieces of decor. Doing so will guarantee a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing ambience throughout the home. Also, the concept can be communicated to prospective purchasers via the mood board, allowing them to more easily see themselves in the room.

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