Color psychology | orange

Orange is an orange and at the same time a mixed color of Yellow and Red. This means it belongs to the so-called secondary colors, colors that are mixed from two other colors. At the same time, orange is a complementary color, meaning it is the same color as... Blue Orange forms a complementary color pair, creating a complementary contrast. It represents creativity, vitality, joie de vivre, and cheerfulness. In this way, orange has a mood-lifting and stimulating effect. Orange can even help to release inhibitions and suppressed emotions. At the same time, it is the color of enjoyment and pleasure, and as such, it also promotes humor. Therefore, orange walls enhance creativity and communication, which proves particularly beneficial in kitchens and workspaces.

In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Orange was alongside Green, Yellow and brown were among the must-have colors. From the Porsche Targa to living room furniture from Kaufhof, practically everything was available in orange. Therefore, orange is still often perceived as a retro color today. Completely unjustly.

Orange combines the vitality of vibrant red with the luminosity of radiant yellow. Buddhist monks wear orange robes, symbolizing the highest level of human enlightenment. The Dutch know orange (Oranje) as the fern of freedom. And even Chinese dignitaries wrap themselves in orange.

Design objects in orange have a very special aura. They not only create striking color accents, but also clearly foster a greater sense of joy and conviviality. Similar to the orange fruit, the color orange provides vitamin C for your home.