Shades of Meaning
Color coordinated decorating ideas and what each color means.
Elizabeth Barker
Use this feng shui color guide to pick the best hues for your surroundings, then try these easy decorating ideas from Susan Levitt, a San Francisco-based feng shui consultant and author of Taoist Feng Shui (Destiny Books, 1999).
| Color | What it does | Decorating tip |
|---|---|---|
| Red | Invigorates; inspires passion and strength | Adorn a room with red accents like pillows or ceramics. |
| Orange | Stimulates; invites cheer and optimism | Display a bowl of fresh oranges. |
| Yellow | Uplifts; encourages creativity | Use yellow dish towels or hang yellow curtains. |
| Green | Harmonizes; symbolizes nature's abundance | Invest in houseplants or put down a thick green area rug. |
| Blue | Calms; generates a sense of hope | Choose blue curtains, bed linens or carpet. |
| Purple | Centers; supports wisdom and intuition | Decorate with purple candles or artwork. |
| Brown | Balances; creates a sense of security | Set up a wood desk in you home office. |
