Anna Naumann – Certified Interior Decorator

PURPOSE OF INTERIOR DECORATING

Did you know how you design your home can significantly impact your emotions and well-being? Your home should be your sanctuary. So, when you enter your home, you should feel a sense of peace and comfort.

Unfortunately, many people overlook the psychological impact of their home décor. Instead, they focus solely on aesthetic appeal and disregard the importance of creating a positive and emotionally supportive living space.

Interior decorating psychology is an emerging field that explores the relationship between interior decorating and human behavior. This is because your home’s colors, patterns, and textures can affect your mood, stress levels, and even productivity.

Decor Tips to Improve Your Mood

• Declutter and Organize: A cluttered home can lead to anxiety, while an organized space promotes calmness and focus. Invest in shelves, bins, or baskets to tidy up your space.
• Choose Mood-Boosting Elements: Surround yourself with colors, textures, and patterns that evoke positive feelings. Soft pastels can promote relaxation, while bold patterns energize and inspire creativity.
• Lighting Matters: Natural light boosts mood, energy, and productivity. If that’s not possible, consider light therapy lamps or opt for warm ambient lighting that mimics sunlight.

Interior Decorating to Evoke Positive Feelings

Interior decorating is about creating a space that evokes positive feelings and emotions. Whether you’re designing a home or office, understanding the psychology behind decorating is essential for cultivating well-being, productivity, and happiness.

Psychology of Decorating and Implementing Color in Interior Design

The psychology of decorating goes beyond aesthetics. It’s about how colors affect emotions and behavior. Every color has unique psychological effects and can influence the emotional atmosphere of a room.

Color Tips:

• Use blue or green for calming, soothing environments.
• Use red or orange to energize and stimulate a space.

The Range of Interior Decorating Styles

Interior decorating offers a vast canvas for self-expression, from the timeless elegance of traditional design to the sleek minimalism of contemporary interiors. Explore a wide range of styles to find what suits your personality and lifestyle.

The 7 Basic Principles of Interior Decorating

These principles are the foundation of any well-designed space:

1. Balance
2. Scale
3. Rhythm
4. Harmony
5. Emphasis
6. Contrast
7. Unity

Interior Decorating Fees

I offer my customers 3 payment options:

• Hourly Rate: 1-hour minimum, with a reduced rate for additional hours.
• Flat Fee: Includes 3 hours of decorating service for arrangement and redesign of your current home.
• Percentage-Based: Ideal for large jobs, including shopping and in-home placement of all furnishings and décor.