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The Asian theme of this sitting area and office is carried with bamboo, ceramic garden benches and collected pieces. Many people say blue is their favorite color. In order to appreciate blue's popularity, you must understand what this color signifies to most people: dependability, honor, renewal, stability. Combine these meanings with how blue typically makes one feel - refreshed, tranquil, serene - and you have a color that hits the mark in terms of its benefits. Although blue can be a great hue for your home, certain blues (or too much of them) can feel depressing. On the other hand, vibrant blues can be too stimulating. To avoid both, I'm sharing a few tips to help you select the best blue for you.