Color Matters: Simple, Smart, and Anything but Boring

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Color isn’t just a design choice—it’s a performance tool. Studies show the right colors can boost productivity by up to 25%, reduce stress, and even spark creativity. At AMQ, we believe keeping things simple doesn’t mean keeping them boring.

Why Color Counts

1. First impressions happen fast: 94% of people form an opinion about a space within 90 seconds, and color drives that decision.
2. Blue tones improve focus—workers in blue spaces outperform others by 15% and report 33% less anxiety.
3. Green environments promote calm and well-being, improving cognitive performance by 10%.
4. Warm accents like yellow spark optimism and creativity—perfect for collaboration zones.
5. Rich tones such as burgundy or deep teal create cozy, quiet areas for decompression.

2026 Color Trends Meet Workplace Needs

This year’s trends lean into biophilic greens, soft whites, and warm jewel tones—all of which pair beautifully with AMQ’s finishes. Whether you want a serene, minimalist vibe or bold pops of personality, our palette makes it easy to stay on trend while supporting productivity and well-being.

Simple Choices, Big Impact

AMQ thinks the buying process should be simple and easy—and that includes finish materials. Thousands of options might sound great, but for small and medium-sized businesses, they can feel overwhelming and slow decisions.

Our curated link of finishes features top-selling options that are readily available and on trend. And curated doesn’t mean boring—we’ve been highlighting vibrant, modern palette inspirations that make decision-making faster and more fun.

Your Space, Your Story

Color is more than decoration—it shapes how people work and feel. With AMQ’s curated finishes and our new Palette Book of Ideas, you can design spaces that are functional, inspiring, and uniquely yours.

Explore the Palette Book and discover how AMQ makes color simple, smart, and anything but boring.

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