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BLESSED ARE THE PEACE MAKERS
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Charlotte Iseldyke
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Blue
is
the
rarest color found in nature. Blue is thought by
anthropologists to have been unidentified as a separate color for the
first few thousand years of modern man’s existence; around 5000 B.C.,
it was considered a form of black. Blue in all its variations is one of
the two most popular colors especially among adults. Perhaps this is
due to the fact that it is the color of the heavens, a happy color that
suggests air and space. It is the most tranquil of colors, known to
symbolize inner happiness, tranquility and healing. With its power to
relax and soothe, it is the great peace maker. |
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Traditionally, blue is the symbol of first prize; only purple ranks
above it as a symbol of excellence. This very popular color is
sprinkled with a large dose of dignity and authority, thus it is
favored by law enforcement and military for uniforms. |
This cool, crisp color mixes exceptionally well with white especially
cobalt, royal, navy and Dresden blue. China considers the blue and
white combination representative of money. |
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Blue is best used in sunny rooms with south or south west exposure
because of its cooling nature. It tends to be more pleasant in rooms
that are brightened by natural light. Pale blue will effectively raise
a low ceiling and add a dreamy dimension to your space. In its medium
shades, blue will enlarge a small space and add versatility to your
scheme. It is an excellent background color for dining areas or narrow
hallways. Since it provides stimulation as well as relaxation, it is a
number one recommendation for a library or study. It is also known to
encourage concentration. |
| Blue is the perfect color to relax highly
strung, overworked people because it is credited with lowering blood
pressure. The tendency of blue to relax and soothe, make it
the ideal
choice for creating a peaceful bedroom haven. It is even credited with
curing insomnia, and reducing the crying of infants. |
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There are probably more blue kitchens in
existence than any other
color. Few will deny that the cool, clean nature of blue make it a
refreshing choice for the kitchen. It is an excellent background for
food, not to mention that it slows down the appetite! Blue is one of
the best colors for bathrooms due to its association with cleanliness.
Also ideal there because it is flattering to the complexion and
enhances appearance. |
In general blue will flatter the home and create an atmosphere of
tranquility, elegance and spaciousness. Blue is a
pleasant color to
live with and can be light-hearted and restful or sunny and
mysterious. A refined color, it can be used almost anywhere with
success. The clear
variations of blue or the medium to darker shades are preferred, as
grey blues tend to be depressing and look faded at night. As a
rule
incandescent light is a better compliment to blue than florescent
lighting. |
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For more than two decades
Charlotte Iseldyke has been a connoisseur of
Color- its power, energy and diversity. As a syndicated published
design journalist, Charlotte shares her expertise with you through a
variety of publications.
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