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28 | Architecture & Design VISUAL AND COLOUR PERCEPTION W orking from home has become the new norm. Humanity is spending more time inside, whether it's because of work or just staying at home. Studies show that 87% of our lives are being spent indoors. Coming out of the pandemic, many people are still working from home. The perception of your interior defines the effects on the individual, now more than ever. Without knowing, it controls our moods, emotions and feelings. A pleasant environment influences the mood and well- being of its occupants in a positve way, whilst a poorly lit environment gives off a gloomy look and makes anyone feel demotivated. Interior design has an underestimated effect on all of our lives. Gaining control over your internal spaces results in control over your daily mood. " THE SPACES WE LIVE OR WORK IN CAN UNDOUBTEDLY EFFECT OUR DAILY MOOD." Whether you live in a small apartment or want to make the most out of your habitable space, decorating it to amplify the feel of the square footage is a must. The rooms in our homes aren't always the perfect fit we'd hope for. They might be a little small or oddly-shaped for our comfort and re-modeling isn't always on the cards. WHY USE DEPTH IN INTERIOR DESIGN? If you've been in a room that feels too crammed or claustrophobic, you know exactly why depth is important. Adding extra square footage to give the space some extra breathing room may not always be possible, however, it is entirely possible to incorporate a few little visual tricks to enhance the space. Furthermore, it's not just small spaces that can benefit from this. Large spaces may also feel flat and bare. Adding depth to a room transforms the space dramatically, brings more style and adds more space. This can be achieved by optical illusions through the use of different colours, materials and even textures. Depending on your choices, these elements may or may not create a contrasting effect on the environment. This method is quicker and cost effective. Contrast W o r d s b y N i c o l e T u r n e r G a l e a C o - F o u n d e r & C r e a t i v e D i r e c t o r o f D i s i n j i Souza, 2020