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Color has a big impact on how a room looks and feels.
Unfortunately, these moody tones live up to that reputation more often than not.
These colors absorb so much light," says Kanika Bakshi Khurana, founder and principal designer ofKanika Design.
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Instead, Khurana recommends choosing a soft, warm gray or alight taupe.
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These options will better reflect light and make the space feel bigger and brighter.
“It drowns the room in shadow, erasing any sense of airiness or escape.”
Then, opt for a lighter shade of green for the walls, such assageor a washed-out olive.
Alternatively, Gutierrez says an earthy neutral, like light taupe, is also a great option.
Saturated Orange
Dark colors arent the only culprits here.
According to Khurana, overly saturated and vibrant hues can also make a space feel small and cramped.
First on the list are bold, intense oranges.
Instead, Khurana recommends choosing softer, lighter shades.
These colors will add a touch of vibrancy without overwhelming the room.
Think fire-engine red, brick red, and even more muted terracotta tones.
Instead, incorporate these zesty hues into your space using accents like furniture and decor.
You could even give your front door a makeover for a bold pop of unexpected color.
