Colour has significant impact on our lives and it is of paramount importance that we ensure we are designing living environments that are condusive to their function. Study the environmental side of Feng Shui and understand the impact colour has on our moods, health, well-being and happiness.

Across every continent and in every culture, colour dominates and permeates our lives. But few of us realise this

Colour is intrinsic to life, and it is as important to us as it is the plant and animal kingdoms. It is a lost language we must relearn for our own health, happiness and well being.

Red:
Power, Prosperity, Ambition, Vitality, Courageous, Assertive, Anti-Depressant.
Orange:
Fun, Uplifting, Glowing, Creative, Stimulating, Laughter, Joy, Humour.
Yellow:
Happy, Uplifting, Light, Bright, Mentally Stimulating, Optimistic, and Logical.
Green:
Peaceful, Natural, Free, Contented, Mentally and Physically Relaxing, Calming.
Blue:
Soothing, Cooling, Calming, Relaxing, Peace, Tranquillity.
Purple:
Spiritual, Creative, Intuitive, Medative, Mystical, Inspirer of Beauty, Artistic.
White:
Purity, Virginity, Peacefulness, Cold.
Black:
Restrictive, Protective, Mysterious, Death.
Grey:
Separating, Independent, Lonely.
Gold:
Abundance, wisdom, understanding, high ideals.
Brown:
Nurturing, Supportive, Earthy.
Silver:
Balancing, Harmonising, Sensitive.

Feng Shui Colors are an often misunderstood area of Feng Shui. This is because each and every Feng Shui Color can have multiple meaning, and the meanings change depending on who the practitioner is. By properly understanding why this is so, you can use Feng Shui Colors to your benefit.

In Feng Shui, Color is used according to the Five Elements Feng Shui Theory. Color is one of the easiest ways to shift the energy in your space with Feng Shui.

Colors in feng shui represent the elements. By placing the colors that are associated with the feng shui elements in their proper gua areas, we can balance and stimulate those areas of our lives. However you must remember that feng shui is all about balance and comfort.

WATER - EASE, FRESHNESS AND ABUNDANCE
A harmonious Feng Shui Water element will bring a refreshing energy of calm, ease, purity and freshness.
Water = all shades of blue or black

WOOD - HEALTH AND VITALITY
Lush and healing, the Feng Shui Wood element will bring the energy of health, vitality and growth. It is also an expression of abundance, thus an ancient Feng Shui cure for wealth and prosperity.
Wood = all shades of green

FIRE - PASSION AND HIGH ENERGY
A balanced Feng Shui Fire element in your space will bring a supporting energy in all your career efforts and will help you achieve recognition.
Fire = red, maroon, burgundy, hot pink, etc.

EARTH - NOURISHMENT AND STABILITY
A strong and harmonious Feng Shui Earth element in your home will help create stability, nourishment and protection for all your relationships.
Earth = orange, yellow, brown (from light to dark)

METAL - CLARITY AND PRECISENESS
Feng Shui Metal element brings the qualities of sharpness, precision, clarity and efficiency; its balanced presence will help you live with clarity and lightness.
Metal = white, silver, gray, gold

So here you have it, the basic Feng Shui Color Guide to help you create a happy and healthy home.

Consider what colors symbolize in your culture, and what colors blend well with your personal space and lifestyle. Just remember to keep in mind the general Feng Shui principles, such as using moderation (too much of any of the Feng Shui colors is no good), and working colors together complimentarily to create a pleasant and free-flowing environment. Have fun with your Feng Shui colors!