The impact of materials and colors in the workplace

Today, the color in the work environment of an office or commercial organization does not depend only on the personal taste of the employer, but the choice of any color and material in the interior design of reputable organizations professionally pursues several business goals. In fact, in the world of business and labor, each brand is trying to create its own culture and introduce a certain color as its brand identity. These colors are used specifically and in different dimensions such as logo design, advertising banner and company interior decoration.

The choice of color in the workplace depends on several factors and the use of any color and material in the environment conveys a specific message. One of the factors in choosing the dominant color in the environment is the effect of color on the mood of people who travel or work in this environment. Experienced managers intelligently exploit the psychological impact of colors in work environments and consider ergonomic principles in choosing the color and type of furniture and other elements of the environment.
Regarding the materials used in each environment, we must keep in mind that each type of material has a unique effect. For example, the type of fabric that is used in the design of environmental furniture in terms of color and material should be in full harmony with the style of decoration and the type of activity of people in that environment. In ergonomics, according to the physical dimensions of people in a society and based on the principles of psychology, it is tried to provide the best space to increase employee productivity in the workplace. In the design of decoration based on ergonomics and the degree of impact, color and material in the environment play the first role.

The impact of a variety of color spectrums in the workplace

Before choosing the color tonnage in the environment and decoration of the organization, it is better to examine the effect of the desired color spectrum on the environment. Depending on the user who has the environment for you, you can create a more suitable space for working in the organization by using color spectrums. To get acquainted with the effect of colors in the surrounding space, we have mentioned a few points in this article.

Among the various color spectrums in decoration, light colors such as white and beige have many fans, and white furniture and light-colored materials are well received by employers. One of the effects of this color spectrum on space is that it makes the available space appear wider and larger. For this reason, for parts of the work environment that have little space, try to use light color spectrums such as white and beige.
Beige is a color that has a light brown tonnage. Based on the psychology of colors, this color is one of the most widely used colors in the interior design of various environments and can create a very stylish and relaxing atmosphere. Of course, keep in mind that the improper use of a color spectrum in the environment will cause fatigue of the mind and will not have much beauty and effect. Therefore, it is better to keep the balance in using any type of color and use several harmonious colors together. For example, gray is used to balance the decoration with beige elements. This color has an effective role in balancing beige. Of course, according to the tonnage of this color, you can also use green and pink colors in the components of the environment.

The effect of color in the workplace on people's moods

In the use of colors, in addition to the effect that color has on the space, the psychology of colors and its effect on people's mood is also discussed. The tonality of each color, based on psychological principles, has special effects on people's moods, which in the ergonomics of the workplace, special attention is paid to this issue. Therefore, based on the needs of each part of the organization, decoration designers consider a specific color for different parts. For example, decoration in which white furniture and cushions with neutral colors such as gray and pink are used, induces a sense of calm and tranquility to people and can be used more for the waiting room and reception.

Orange is also one of the most psychologically influential colors. This color attracts a lot of attention and can easily attract the attention of any viewer. Therefore, in parts of the organization that need to attract more attention, this color is used specifically. This color somehow creates excitement in people and also creates a sense of the sun's warmth in the environment.
Another color that is very popular in color psychology is pink. The use of this color in the environment and as a complementary color in the components of the environment creates a sense of elegance and softness in people. Using this color can create a sense of calm and intimacy in the environment. Of course, it should be noted that improper and excessive use of this color can have the opposite effect and create a nasty feeling in the space. Having said that, first of all, it is better to determine exactly what you expect from the environment based on the psychological effects of colors, so that you can use a suitable and balanced color in the space.

The role of materials in choosing the style of decoration in the workplace

One of the determinants of the attractiveness and beauty of the work environment is the material used in the space. In fact, the materials used in all dimensions such as flooring, walls, ceilings, furniture and all decorative components in the environment are very important. Because each type of decoration style is based on a specific material and can not be used in combination with any type of material such as wood, metal and glass without coordination.
The use of any material in the environment creates a special texture and atmosphere that according to the taste and opinion of the employer can create a warm and intimate atmosphere or a formal and serious atmosphere for the environment. Wood is one of the most popular materials that can be used well in interior decoration. Because this material is compatible with a variety of decoration styles such as rustic, classic and minimal. Wood is a material that, if used in the environment, creates a warm and safe atmosphere and is reminiscent of nature and forest. Therefore, it has a very good effect on the health and mental health of people.

Among the various decoration styles, one of the most popular and popular styles is industrial and modern decoration, which is also used in addition to work environments in homes. In this type of decoration, cold and neutral colors are used more and the material used is more metal and glass. Together, these two elements create a sense of elegance along with solidity, which is very useful for creating a modern atmosphere. In industrial decoration, wood is also used as the main material, with the difference that it tries to see the natural color and protrusions on the wood in space as much as possible.

Choose colors and materials for workplace that appropriate to the field of activity

Decoration design and color selection in the office environment is directly related to the type of activity of the collection and the taste of the employer. For example, for engineering companies, it is better to use decorations in a modern style. In this type of decoration, geometric volumes and smooth lines attract more attention than anything else, and in order to have a modern office, special attention should be paid to these points. In this type of office, wood and metal materials can be used together, and it is better to balance the warm and neutral colors with the color of the environment.

In examining the appropriateness of materials and colors in the environment based on psychological issues, one of the areas that should be paid special attention to is choosing the right furniture. Fortunately, the variety of designs and materials in the furniture industry is very high and you can easily choose a type of furniture that fits the desired decoration style and personal taste of the employer for the office. For a modern style, it is not so difficult to prepare furniture that has a metal material and has a stylish and up-to-date design.

Another style that is suitable for the office is the classic decoration style. In this style of decoration, the most attention is paid to the choice of material on wood, and the use of classic furniture for this type of decoration can give a special effect and glory to the environment. In the case of color spectrum, more colors with brown tonnage are used to create a sense of trust in the brand.