You can believe or ignore those scary haunted house stories. But several studies highlight how the individual’s house can have an impact on a person’s emotional well-being. Scientists have established a link between mental health conditions and inadequate housing.

Inside and outside the house

Even trash, vandalism, dilapidated housing, and vacant lots in the neighborhood can trigger the feeling of negativity. On the other hand, great communities result in stability, willingness to help others, satisfaction, and cohesion. Unfortunately, there’s almost nothing that property owners can when it comes to controlling factors outside the house. However, everything inside the property can be enhanced for improving the quality of life.

A study conducted by the MacArthur Foundation pointed out that overcrowding in the house can make residents aggressive. People in overcrowded houses often come in each other’s way and do not find sufficient time or space for themselves. They show signs of depressive symptomatology as well. Lack of heat, broken windows, and holes in the walls take their emotional toll.

Thanks to the drastically increasing square footage cost in almost all the cities in India, small houses and apartments are not uncommon. Such places have a unique set of hurdles. Fitting everything in the small space is something that interior designers take as a challenge. Several space design ideas can make the small space appear bigger and cuter. Using wallpapers, folding screens, stacked expedit shelves, and an elevated bed can help in getting the best out of the small room. Even a basic curtain can split a room in half and offer a little bit of privacy.

The link between emotional well-being and colors

Even color psychology plays a critical role in the day to day life. Studies have already proved that property owners can experience improved productivity, mental satisfaction, and greater happiness by merely choosing an appropriate paint color for bedroom and kitchen.

Purple encourages creativity, and a lighter shade can offer peaceful surroundings. It is considered superb for office as well as residences. Blue and green are other cool colors, found best for creating a calming and peaceful environment within the limited space. Both are recommended for the bedroom as they can help you relax. Blue can also be suitable for high-traffic passages, rooms in the house. Warm colors like orange and yellow can be ideal for the kitchen or dining room as they are always associated with food.

At times, investing in specific resources becomes necessary when it comes to home improvement. Interior decorators can help in getting the best out of the small apartment at a fraction of the price in comparison to investing in new properties.

They try to improve the house by making it favorable for mental health. Small spaces can be turned into a place that welcomes you back after a tiresome day.

Author: Nitten Gokhaley  (nittengokhaley24@gmail.com)

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