{"id":22799,"date":"2023-10-18T06:20:05","date_gmt":"2023-10-18T06:20:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/\/?p=22799"},"modified":"2026-03-10T11:05:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T11:05:20","slug":"how-interior-designers-choose-wall-paint-colors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foyr.com\/learn\/how-interior-designers-choose-wall-paint-colors\/","title":{"rendered":"How Interior Designers Choose Wall Paint Colors for Interiors"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u201cPaint is the best tool to create the biggest impact you can in a room for the least amount of money, and it\u2019s important to get it right.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Colors have a profound impact on you. They affect your mind and body and leave a lasting effect on you in the long run. Colors painted in your home, where you spend most of your life and interact with the people closest to you are vital and need to reflect your personality, and character and resonate with the context of your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With the infinite color combinations that exist, it is easier to get lost in the maze. Luckily, we\u2019re here to see things through and show you how you can go about picking paint colors for interior design and creating magic for your clients.<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>Scan the space for all possible designs and colors<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Take into account the landscape on which the client\u2019s home is situated, the colors used in the neighboring houses, seasons the landscape is prone to, temperature, illumination, openness of the space, be it a small space or a large one, circulation of air and light, number of occupants, etc. If the house is on a higher latitude, lighter colors will suit the home, as it receives lower sun angles.<\/span><\/p>\n

These major criteria help you assess the possibilities of design and narrow down your color preferences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>Lighting and wall paint colors<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

The room you frequently use needs to get plenty of natural light and the colors you use in those rooms need to be well thought out, felt, and tested.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bright rooms need to have neutral or toned-down colors. Bright colors in bright rooms will glare and be uncomfortable to look at. In the same vein, colors like yellow look different in a north-facing room, and radically different (warmer) in south-facing rooms.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pro tip:<\/strong> An important question to ask your client at this stage is whether they want a light airy space, or a cozy, dramatic room. This will help you gauge if they want a light or a dark room.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\nNote that the color in a room with natural light will look different at the end of the day when artificial light is turned on. The colors you choose will need to agree with both scenarios, at all times.<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>Understanding the impact of wall paint colors on interior design\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Colors exude energy and can impact our mood, and quality of life. You should also note that each color choice has a positive and a negative connotation, based on cultural perspectives. That\u2019s why a harmonious paint color palette with the best shades of color would make a place feel pleasant.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few criteria you need to evaluate before determining the right color for it.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Criteria<\/b><\/td>\nMeaning<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hue<\/span><\/td>\nRaw color<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Saturation<\/span><\/td>\nHow intense the color is<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Value<\/span><\/td>\nHow light or dark the color is and decides how much light is reflected back.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tint<\/span><\/td>\nAdding white to a hue to make it lighter<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Shade<\/span><\/td>\nAdding black to a hue to make it darker<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tones<\/span><\/td>\nAdding grey to a hue<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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We\u2019ll break down major colors and their potential emotional and visceral effects for you:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Green<\/b><\/h3>\n

If your client wants a fresh start, green is the clear choice. When exposed for a long time, certain shades of green may also signify stagnation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pink<\/b><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s a relaxing and calming color that\u2019s proven to ease your mood within 15 minutes. That\u2019s why it\u2019s apt for bedrooms, bathrooms, and spaces where you need to relax. It can also display playfulness and lightheartedness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Blue<\/b><\/h3>\n

Blue stands for loyalty, stability, and calmness. Sometimes, the same color can also construed to signify depression and gloom.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Did you know that Victorians painted their kitchens blue because they thought it was a color of cleanliness and that it would keep flies away?<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Yellow<\/b><\/h3>\n

Yellow stands for optimism, energy, and effervescence. It\u2019s attention-grabbing in nature since our eyes tend to process yellow first, amongst other colors. It also denotes optimism, sunshine, happiness, and freshness.<\/span><\/p>\n

Unless your client wants their home feeling too energized, stay away from using yellow on hallways and front doors. If you want yellow to be used in some way or another, consider using them as subtle mustard dots in a different paint color.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Black<\/b><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s a colossal color that simply emanates sophistication and timelessness. It can be a risky color to pair with, as it tends to overtake the pairing color quickly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Red<\/b><\/h3>\n

Is a rather extreme color that shows strong emotions such as passion, anger, danger, and energy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Brown<\/b><\/h3>\n

An earthy, natural tone embodies the soil, and sand, and displays trust and stability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>What paint colors can you choose for each part of your client\u2019s home?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Pick out 3 main colors and other secondary colors to decorate different areas of your client\u2019s home. For example, if you have black cabinets in the kitchen, choose light grey countertops. For each room, ensure you have three colors\/shades in the following proportion to create a smooth transition, be pleasant to the eyes, and spark interest.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Color type<\/b><\/td>\nPercentage<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dominant color<\/span><\/td>\n60%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Secondary color<\/span><\/td>\n30%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Accent color<\/span><\/td>\n10%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Open-concept rooms<\/b><\/h3>\n

Neutrals are great for unifying two or more spaces. If your client has an open-concept kitchen and living room, go with neutrals, and add splashes of color wherever necessary. Use the same hues to maintain fluidity throughout. If your client wishes to change the look of the room after a few years, they can simply swap, or rotate furniture from other rooms and give it a fresh breath.<\/span><\/p>\n

Read also –\u00a0Building an Open Concept Kitchen Living Room in 2023: Everything You Should Know<\/a><\/p>\n

Kitchens and dining rooms<\/b><\/h3>\n