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A calming colour scheme by Sigma.

Choosing the right colour scheme for your facility can improve productivity and, ultimately, your organisation’s bottom line.

The colour red is said to convey passion, strength, energy, excitement and love. It can also increase one's respiration, raise blood pressure and stimulate appetite.

Blue, on the other hand, is said to convey peace, harmony, unity and tranquillity. According to colour specialists blue can also stimulate employee productivity and-in some cultures-keep away evil spirits.

Yellow is said to increase metabolism, improve concentration and make babies cry. Green symbolises intelligence and fertility and is often used in decorating for its calming effect. Orange conveys warmth; purple is an historical symbol of nobility.

Since 1894, psychologists have been studying the affects of colour on the human psyche and while their findings vary-largely due to culture and gender-the fact remains: people react to the colours that surround them. Whether it's emotional or physiological, a reaction occurs, and that reaction speaks volumes about mood, attitude and overall well-being.

"The colours that appeal to different people are those that have a deeper meaning to the individual from past experiences," explains Hossam Soliman, general sales manager for Sigma Paints. "I believe, people grow to learn the thoughts, events, situations, and feelings, associated with colours."

Enter facilities managers (FMs). If it's been shown that grey instils boredom, it's not a huge leap of faith to deduce that grey walls beget unproductive employees and disinterested clients.

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