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Kate Hollowood

5 'Angry' Colors That Are Shifting the Mood of Your Home — And How Experts Like to Soften Them

A home office with bright red cabinetry, decor displayed on shelves, timber chair pushed into desk with two magazines, and an artwork on the opposite wall.

When it comes to our homes, we often praise certain interior styles for their calming and uplifting qualities. But what about the interior choices that have the opposite effect — that can make us feel agitated, or even angry? The short answer is color. "While some angry colors can stir up frustration or feel draining, others have the power to uplift, energize, and inspire us,” explains Karen Haller, color psychology expert and author of The Little Book of Colour.

In fact, according to color psychology in interior design, it's the one factor that can have the greatest influence over the mood in a space. “The beauty of color is that it’s not just about what we see,” continues Karen. “It’s how it influences how we think, feel, and most importantly, behave.”

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