A color harmony engine for designing interior color palettes. The 'moodboard-designer' and 'style-analyst' agents must use this skill's color theory, palette formulas, and style-specific palette database when composing color palettes and analyzing styles. Used for 'color palette design', 'color harmony', 'color psychology', etc. Furniture selection and budget management are outside this skill's scope.
Provides systematic color theory, palette formulas, and psychological effects for interior design.
60% — Dominant: Walls, ceiling, large furniture
30% — Secondary: Fabric, curtains, rugs, small furniture
10% — Accent: Cushions, accessories, artwork
Example (Scandinavian):
60% White (#FAFAFA)
30% Light Gray (#D5D5D5) + Natural Wood
10% Mustard Yellow (#E8B730)
| Type | Description | Feel | Suitable Spaces |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monochromatic | Value/saturation shifts of a single hue | Unity, sophistication | Bedroom, study |
| Analogous | Adjacent hues (30 degrees on color wheel) | Natural, comfortable | Living room, cafe |
| Complementary |
| Opposite hues (180 degrees) |
| Bold, dynamic |
| Accent wall, kids' room |
| Split-complementary | Adjacent to complement (150 degrees) | Harmony + energy | Living room, dining |
| Triadic | 3 hues at 120 degree intervals | Balanced energy | Kids' room, playroom |
| Neutral | Achromatics + natural tones | Refined, calm | Minimal spaces |
Dominant: White #FFFFFF, Off-White #F5F0EB
Secondary: Light Gray #D5D5D5, Natural Oak #C4A574
Accent: Mustard #E8B730, Dusty Pink #D4A5A5, Sage Green #8FA98C
Materials: Solid wood, linen, wool
Dominant: White #FFFFFF, Cool Gray #9E9E9E
Secondary: Charcoal #333333, Black #1A1A1A
Accent: Electric Blue #2979FF, Red #D32F2F
Materials: Metal, glass, high-gloss
Dominant: Ivory #FFFFF0, Beige #F5F0DC
Secondary: Terracotta #C2703E, Olive Green #6B8E23
Accent: Mud Brown #6F4E37, Rust #B7410E
Materials: Rattan, hemp, cotton, earthenware
Dominant: White #FAFAFA, Warm Wood #A67B5B
Secondary: Teal #008080, Olive #808000
Accent: Orange #FF6D00, Gold #FFD700
Materials: Walnut, leather, velvet
Dominant: Concrete Gray #B0B0B0, Dark Gray #4A4A4A
Secondary: Black #1A1A1A, Dark Brown #3E2723
Accent: Orange #E65100, Amber #FFAB00
Materials: Exposed brick, steel, aged wood
| Color Family | Psychological Effect | Suitable Spaces | Unsuitable Spaces |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | Stability, focus, trust | Study, bedroom, bathroom | Dining room (suppresses appetite) |
| Green | Relaxation, nature, balance | Living room, bedroom, balcony | - |
| Yellow | Brightness, energy, creativity | Kitchen, kids' room, entryway | Bedroom (overstimulating) |
| Red | Passion, appetite, energy | Dining room, accent wall | Bedroom, study |
| Purple | Luxury, mystery, creativity | Bedroom, study | Kitchen, living room |
| Orange | Warmth, sociability, energy | Living room, dining area | Bedroom |
| Neutral | Stability, refinement, openness | All spaces | - |
Small spaces (<330 sq ft):
- Light-toned dominant color (creates sense of expansion)
- Ceiling color = wall color or lighter
- Minimize accent colors (prevents visual clutter)
- Use mirrors (visual expansion)
Large spaces (>660 sq ft):
- Medium to dark tones are viable (creates coziness)
- Color zoning by area is possible
- Bold accent colors can be used
- Texture variation adds depth
High ceilings:
- Paint ceiling 1-2 shades darker than walls (cozier feel)
Low ceilings:
- Paint ceiling lighter than walls (appears taller)
- Vertical stripe patterns
## Color Palette
**Style**: [Style Name]
**Harmony type**: [Monochromatic/Analogous/Complementary, etc.]
| Role | Color Name | HEX | Application | Ratio |
|------|-----------|-----|-------------|-------|
| Dominant | Off-White | #F5F0EB | Walls, ceiling | 60% |
| Secondary 1 | Warm Gray | #B8AFA6 | Sofa, curtains | 20% |
| Secondary 2 | Natural Oak | #C4A574 | Table, shelving | 10% |
| Accent | Sage Green | #8FA98C | Cushions, planters | 10% |
references/color-palettes.md