The experts at Masterclass Kitchens<\/a> know all too well that this is a great way to boost your mood for good. After all, this is your space so, if you love colourful kitchens, go for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pictured: Carnegie<\/a> Claret and Solva<\/a> Vintage Rose range by Sigma 3 Kitchens Newport<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re not familiar with the term, dopamine d\u00e9cor stems from the TikTok trend for dopamine dressing \u2013 the act of wearing bright colours and items you love in order to boost your dopamine levels, the feel-good hormone in the brain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Dopamine d\u00e9cor<\/a> is the interiors equivalent, where you gain a sense of pleasure and motivation by experimenting with colour and texture, balancing minimalism and maximalism until you hit that sweet spot that makes you happy.<\/p> A home that embraces dopamine decorating is typically based on three principles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n From left: Hardwick<\/a> kitchen in Vintage Rose and Shelford in Farringdon Grey by Et Lorem<\/a> \/ Sutton<\/a> kitchen in New Forest and Ligna<\/a> in Farmhouse Oak, by Elmview Interiors<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The idea comes from children\u2019s spaces, where they are happiest surrounded by items they love and haven\u2019t yet developed their own interior design tastes. Think vintage d\u00e9cor, kitsch accessories, random colours and materials and that\u2019s the basis of dopamine d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s ok to add just a few high-quality items to your room or to go totally maximalist. Dopamine home d\u00e9cor takes its inspiration from many muses, including colour drenching interiors, 50s interior design and retro interior design. The only \u2018rule\u2019 is that you decorate unapologetically to stimulate your inner child.<\/p> Pictured: H-Line Sutton<\/a> Graphite and Deco<\/a> Copper Oxide range<\/p>\n\n\n\n Masterclass Kitchens breaks it down into three simple steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Colour therapy is key, and there is plenty of inspiration on Pinterest regarding how to bring dopamine colours into your kitchen using mid-century design, pop art and colour drenching. Bold blocks of colour play a vital role but choosing the right colour for you is what makes it work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pictured: Carnegie<\/a> Claret and Solva<\/a> Vintage Rose range by Sigma 3 Kitchens Newport<\/a><\/p> Barbiecore for instance is pink all the way, which is said to reassure the nervous system. Red raises your heart rate, creating a sense of urgency. Blue soothes, which is great for productivity, yellow in small doses promotes optimism, green is calming, orange stimulates appetite and social interaction while purple exudes luxury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your kitchen colours can help you achieve the mental state you\u2019re looking for but they are unlikely to work their magic if your space is full of clutter. Take on board Marie Kondo\u2019s KonMari method, which is all about removing mess and staying organised and this can be used in the dopamine d\u00e9cor trend, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pictured: Hatfield<\/a> Scots Grey and Moonlight Blue range by Sigma 3 Culverhouse Cross<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n To achieve happiness from within, it\u2019s best not to design a room that swallows a lot of time and energy to keep clean. Instead, create a space that encourages you to focus on things you love, such as hobbies, goals and people. <\/p> Strip back to dopamine d\u00e9cor furniture such as much-loved pieces or accessories and let them fill your heart with joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This look is all about bringing your own personal interior design into your kitchen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Make it as comfortable as possible and combine vivid colours, patterns and textures, as well as plants for their well-being benefits<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From left: Ashbourne<\/a> kitchen in Oxford Blue and Scots Grey \/ Hardwick<\/a> kitchen in Highland Stone by Pb Kitchens and Bathrooms<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Stimulating furniture is at the heart of dopamine d\u00e9cor, so if you need some help choosing your foundation, you can find your nearest Masterclass Kitchens showroom here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also become a Masterclass Insider<\/a> for free and enjoy exclusive lifestyle guides and design tips. Or read our blogs<\/a> for further ideas, advice and inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"By](\"https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1.jpg\")
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