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The Importance of Colour in Your Office Refurbishment

Posted on March 8, 2013 by admin

With the power to elicit a variety of emotions and psychological states, colour plays a key role in designing a pleasant, not to mention productive working environment.

When it comes to office refurbishment there are a variety of elements that need to be considered depending on the sort of environment you wish to foster and, here at OEG Interiors, we have the knowledge and expertise to create a practical and stylish workplace – but how does the colour scheme you go for affect employee performance?

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Warm Colours

The use of reds, oranges and yellows can be ideal for creative environments as warm colours tend to encourage the energy and inspiration that is so sought after in these industries. However, they shouldn’t be overused as they can also lead to feelings of aggression, while psychologists also argue that they can cause agitation, lack of focus and employee tension.

Bursts of warm colours are most effective, so consider the use of bright artwork or flowers, the latter being particularly effective as the agitating impact of the colour can be tempered by the natural calming influence of plant life.

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Cool Colours

If you’re looking to forge a calmer and more focussed environment then cool colours such as blue, green or purple are ideal for this. These colours help to give the impression of an airier and more spacious environment, while they are also typically used heavily in spas.

Purple is one cool colour that is actually ideal for creative companies as well as it can help to stimulate creativity and team work simultaneously. However, like with too much use of warm shades, only using cool colours for your office refurbishment can lead to feelings of fatigue and even depression, hindering productivity and lowering staff morale.

Strike a Balance

For newly refurbished offices the key is to strike a balance when it comes to the colour palettes you use. Look to combine warm and cool colours to ensure you can influence your employees in the desired manner. For example, you could paint the walls a light shade of blue to encourage teamwork and focus while implement flashes of warm tones to inspire creativity and positive energy.

If you’d like o find out more about how our office refurbishment can help businesses in Swindon, Cheltenham, Gloucester and further afield, get in touch with the team on 0117 915 9990.

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