Boosting your mood with new windows and doors

As nearly one in five feel indifferent or unhappy about their homes (17%)¹, there’s always room to boost your mood and wellbeing. The layout of our homes, the colour scheme, and the amount of natural light can significantly influence our mood and how we feel about our homes.

For instance, nearly one in 10 people believe that new windows and doors would make them happier with their homes (10%)¹. As a premium window and door designer, The Residence Collection has explored how you can transform your home into a space that enhances your wellbeing with new windows and doors.

Enhancing natural light

Over one in eight Brits admitted that adding more natural light into their homes would make them feel happier in their homes (13%)¹. Natural light is crucial for mental health and wellbeing, boosting serotonin levels in the brain², which helps improve mood and promotes a sense of calm and focus. By installing larger windows or strategically placing them to capture more sunlight, you can transform a dark room into a bright, inviting space.

Creating a seamless connection with nature

Well-designed windows and doors can create a seamless connection between your indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing you to experience the beauty of nature from the comfort of your home. Whether it’s a panoramic window overlooking a garden or a set of French doors opening onto a balcony, these architectural features invite nature indoors and provide a sense of tranquilly and rejuvenation.

Improving energy efficiency

Beyond aesthetics, modern windows and doors are designed with energy efficiency in mind. Upgrading to more energy-efficient options can help regulate indoor temperatures, reduce energy consumption, and lower utility bills. More importantly, maintaining a comfortable indoor environment can positively impact your mood and productivity. Feeling cosy and secure in your home contributes to a sense of wellbeing and contentment.

The Residence Collection windows are engineered for energy efficiency, ensuring both thermal comfort and sustainability. The R9 system achieves an A++ energy rating with a u-value of 0.74 W/m²K for triple glazing and 1.2W/m²k for double and R7 and R2 both have A++ energy ratings and reach a u-value 0.79W/m²k for triple glazing and 1.2W/m²k for double glazing as standard.

The impact of colour choices

Dopamine decor, the trend amplified by millions on Tiktok with a 333% surge in online searches last month, focuses on using colour to elevate mood through unique interior styles, especially if windows and doors are placed correctly. Research by The Residence Collection has revealed insights into colours Brits are often avoiding, which could unexpectedly enhance happiness in our homes:

Black: Despite 48% avoidance from Brits due to its dark associations, black signifies maturity and can add depth when paired with natural tones near windows, which can be ideal for concentration in home offices.
Orange: Surprisingly, 38% of Brits avoid using orange in their home, even though it’s known for its positive connotations. Incorporating shades like terracotta or orange hued neutrals can create inviting spaces, especially when paired with adjacent windows to enhance natural light.
Purple: A colour that is said to be ignored by over a third of Brits (36%), purple offers relaxation and luxury reminiscent of natural elements like lavender, making it perfect for calming home environments.
Red: Avoided by 36% of Brits due to its intense connotations, red can foster social energy in living areas when complemented by reflective surfaces to amplify light.

While many of us Brits are content with our homes, enhancing the mood can be achieved through upgrades, from paint colour changes to structural upgrades like new windows and doors. Additionally, The Residence Collection offers a wide range of colour options, allowing homeowners to experiment with hues that can transform their spaces.

About The Residence Collection

Our carefully curated collections, include:

R9, authentically replicating 19^th Century timber designs with traditionally elegant, flush exteriors and stylish, decorative interiors.

R7, with a sophisticated seven chamber design that’s flush inside and out, offering the best in modern living.

R ², providing an architectural highlight, with clean lines matched by cutting edge design and superb performance.

Our experts have also created a range of more than 25 colours from timeless classics like Grained White to modern favourites such as Eclectic Grey. Plus, dual finishes are available that allows you to find windows that look as good from the inside as they do from the outside.

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