Setting a mood in your home or business is a great way to help friends or customers feel welcomed in your abode or commercial space. From adding colors in specific areas to brighten the atmosphere to arranging the furniture in your living room to help increase the energy flow through your house, there are many ways you can set a mood that will be beneficial to you and your visitors.

So if you are looking for a change of atmosphere in your home, here are a few ways you can set a mood in your house to make it feel like a home to everyone.

Focus on Feng Shui

Feng Shui, or ‘wind-water’, is an ancient Chinese practice that involves positioning objects, furniture, and even whole buildings to influence the flow of energy, or chi, through a specific structure. While its effectiveness has been debated, many supporters believe that modeling your rooms with feng shui in mind is a wonderful way to set a supportive and flowing mood through your house.

To design your rooms in the fashion of feng shui, imagine that the energy in your home is water, and think about how well it would flow through the rooms. If the water would flow circuitously through the rooms, pleasantly splashing everything it touched, then your feng shui is in line. If the water would be blocked immediately, or simply rush out the back door, you may want to do some reorganizing to help the flow of energy.

Colors on the Wall

Another fantastic way of setting a mood in your home is by adding specific colors that increase positive energy. But before you go splashing paint on your walls, think of how different colors affect individuals.

Red is known to affect mood strongly, but can also cause tension and irritability. Black may be slimming in clothing, but it induces sadness or temporary depression for some. Instead, add decorations that include greens, blues, and yellow: all colors that appear frequently in nature. Visitors coming in contact with these colors will immediately feel welcomed and nurtured.

Wood Looks Good

If you have space for decorations or sculptures in your home, consider adding a few to serve as a focal point or conversation piece, or simply to be icons that your visitors can admire as they traipse through your halls. But don’t just throw in whatever you see: think about how the materials of the sculptures will change the ambiance of the room.

While metal sculptures may look smooth and sleek, they add an unnecessarily cold feeling to any room and can end up making the space uninviting. Clay sculptures also demonstrate mastery of the trade by the artist, but have a worn look that can increase fatigue amongst the people in your home. Push these aside and opt for wood sculptures instead. Wood sculptures can carry the same smooth texture as metal ones, yet emit a warm natural feel that leaves admirers feeling comfortable and happy.

Set the Mood at Home

Setting a mood in your house is important if you want to create a positive air for your friends and guests. Try these simple steps to add a wonderful ambiance and have a house that truly feels like a home.

The author, Anthony Lepore, is a retired interior decorator, DIY aficionado and freelance blogger. Mr. Lepore has years of experience designing homes and gardens, and hopes to inspire readers to take on new home projects. He is currently working on a review of different types of outdoor accommodations and music for business.