Colour is more than decoration.

The colours we choose for our homes influence mood, emotions, comfort, and even the way we experience a space daily. Yet for many homeowners, choosing colours still feels like taking a gamble.

In this episode of The SIXiDER Show, Astley Ng aka The Designerd sits down with Si Qing, R&D Lead from Dulux and Si Hui from SIXiDES to unpack the psychology, science, and emotional impact behind colour choices in interior spaces.

From why paint is more than “just paint”, to how colour affects emotions, lighting, perception, and functionality, this episode explores why colour confidence is something many homeowners struggle with during renovation.

Whether you are:

• planning your first home renovation

• struggling to choose colours for your home

• afraid of making the wrong colour decisions

• trying to better understand how colours affect mood and atmosphere

• or curious about the science behind paint and colour psychology

This episode offers a perspective many homeowners overlook when designing their homes.

Topics Covered in This Episode

• Why colour is more than just aesthetics

• The psychology behind colour choices

• How colours influence emotions and mood

• Why homeowners fear choosing colours

• The science behind paint and pigments

• Colour perception under different lighting

• The relationship between colour and functionality

• Why some colours feel “wrong” in certain spaces

• Sustainability and innovation in paint technology

• Advice for homeowners choosing colours