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  Color is probably the most popular element of interior design. Aside from being widely used, it also is something that a lot of people are familiar with and use in their homes. However, the safe mindset of Filipinos makes us partial to beige and other neutrals. Color is a fun design element, but one must understand its effects in interiors to maximize its potential and application. With its infinite combinations, color can be tricky, but it’s not impossible to gain mastery over it by knowing its properties and characteristics.
Color lends a certain look depending on
temperature and mood but certain
variables have to be considered.

Color application affects
these three variables and
the way that color is
distributed and paired
with other variables will
also be of interest to
those who love to
work color.


LIGHT
Always note that lighting affects how color registers. Incandescent bulb is still the best when dealing with bright and vibrant hues. This type of bulb renders colors in their best tones. However, since these bulbs are high energy consumers, other
alternatives have popped up such as CFLs that require lower energy consumption.

Halogens are also great for color rendition. The colors are at its best and are viewed accurately but they produce so much heat. On the other hand, LED lights have become popular and a standard in most modern homes. They provide great color rendition and allow colors to be appreciated in their right hues. Though more expensive than the regular light bulb, LED lights last longer.

Natural light is also good for colors but sunlight has a tendency to make colors fade with prolonged exposure. The worst kind of light for the appreciation of colors are the cool white fluorescent lights or most popularly known as daylight. They render colors blandly and inaccurately.

   
Noted interior designer Jie Pambid is the director of External Affairs of the Philippine School of Interior Design and the creative and artistic director of JP Lake and Associates; so if you have any home problems that need solving, write in—we’re sure our resident advice columnist will be more than able to help you! Email your design dilemmas to myhome@megapublishinggroup.com.  

 



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