Wish to infuse your home with vibrant colours and joy? Uncover the mood-enhancing properties of dopamine décor and how its vivid style impacts our well-being.
Amanda Bailey-Rook, Senior Stylist and Creative Coordinator at Furniture And Choice, comments:
“Dopamine décor gets its name from the brain’s happy hormone that generates feelings of pleasure and satisfaction. This trend is all about making you happy, surrounding yourself with vivid colours and patterns, and injecting personality and fun into your home.
The trend, which gained traction on TikTok, is now associated with using your surroundings to enhance your mental health. Particularly after the challenges of recent years, having a secure space to retreat to after a long day has become essential.
Since home is where you should feel most at ease, why not create a space that brings you joy? Much like listening to your favourite song or feeling inspired after reading a book, introducing dopamine décor into your home is meant to elevate your mood. Dopamine décor encourages you to embrace the playful and whimsical aspects of your personality. Consider how your inner child would decorate their space or which colours make you feel happy when you think of them.
Dopamine décor is ultimately guided by personal preference and what you adore, so no colours are truly off-limits. If you prefer to start modestly, neutral walls can provide balance, then you can add bright colours for a striking contrast. Key dopamine colours include yellow, pink, bright blues, zesty oranges, and vivid greens. When combining colours, blue and pink or green and orange pair well. However, some combinations, such as red and green or purple and yellow, can make the room appear dated, so it’s best to avoid them.
When it comes to colour, it’s crucial to choose shades that match the room’s energy. For instance, a kitchen-diner and a reading nook have very different atmospheres, so it’s wise to select colours that reflect this. Yellow or orange are excellent choices for the kitchen-diner as it’s often a hub of activity. These colours can be incorporated in small touches like crockery or as a bold statement with a feature wall.
If bold accents aren’t enough, colour blocking is an ideal technique. You can experiment by blocking out one or two feature walls, highlighting a chimney breast, or adding a splash of contrasting colour to skirting boards. Another great idea is to paint built-in alcove units or shelving in a bright hue of your choice to create a standout feature.
It’s not just colours that define this look. Zesty patterns, funky shapes, and cosy textures make dopamine décor not only visually appealing but also comfortable. This décor trend engages multiple senses, including sight, touch, and smell. Turn on your favourite playlist and choose a room scent that you love – now that’s a mood!”
For more ideas, read our guide on dopamine décor
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Name: Amanda Bailey-Rook
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