ENERGISING

IDEAL FOR: Kitchen, dining room, cloakroom, gym, 

Red has been used in dining rooms for a long time but is not often seen as a dominating colour in the kitchen and yet it is known to build energy, to make food taste better and to stimulate conversation - all great components of a happy kitchen. Either way it is a strong and positive colour to be connected to food and conversation. Red also works well in a gym or work out space. Whilst not a relaxing colour it is good for intimacy and can create a warm and inviting snug area.

Tints of red carry similar attributes but where red can also be associated with anger pink is known to diffuse confrontation and is a softer, warmer tone.