If you like astrology, you know that the zodiac impacts your personality. But have you ever wondered what your zodiac sign means for your home?
The first thing to know is that your zodiac sign, or your sun sign, is just one part of the story. People can over-simplify astrology when they rely on just the sun sign, and this means it’s less helpful than it could be. The entire zodiac of twelve constellations, and all the planets, are involved in your natal chart. That’s why sun-sign focused astrology guidance often doesn’t land, or feels like a stereotype (like all those meme accounts on Instagram). Your natal chart is as dimensional as you are—and this extends to your home, too. After all, your home is a physical manifestation of your personality, your lifestyle, and your preferences.
The second thing to know is that there is a way to make astrology work for you in terms of home decor that won't feel New-Agey or cheesy. You don't need to put planetary glyphs or constellations anywhere in the home to use the zodiac in design. Instead, think of the planets and zodiac signs as simply symbols of archetypal, universal energies. Understanding how they interact in your natal chart and then using that information to customize your space? It will result in a home environment that feels wonderfully bespoke and authentic.
First, let's go over the energies of the twelve zodiac signs.
The Energies Of the Zodiac Signs
We often see the zodiac signs portrayed on social media in terms of negative stereotypes or personality traits. Virgos are neatniks, Scorpios hold grudges forever, Aries are blunt, and so on. But a more helpful way to look at the zodiac is simply as different energetic signatures, each one a distinct variation of the elements of earth, fire, water, and air. Many people are simply born relating to some of these energies more than others. Even if you think the idea of astrology is nonsense, knowing what these archetypal energies are can still help you bring a specific kind of mood or feeling into a space with universal resonance--meaning everyone else will be able to feel it, too.
Aries
Cardinal (initiatory) fire. The energy of new beginnings, pioneering, bold leadership, unbridled enthusiasm. The start of spring. The archetype of the hero.
Taurus
Fixed (stable) earth. The energy of creature comforts, appreciation of sensory delights and the beauty of the natural world. Spring in its fullness. The archetype of the lover.
Gemini
Mutable (changeable, flexible) air. The energy of quick wit, playful debate, conversation, exchange. Spring changing to summer. The archetype of the jester.
Cancer
Cardinal water. The energy of close family ties and friendships, nurturing, deep feeling, nostalgia. The start of summer. The archetype of the caregiver.
Leo
Fixed fire. The energy of sunshine, vitality, confidence and charisma. Summer in its fullness. The archetype of the artist.
Virgo
Mutable earth. The energy of order, fastidiousness, service, being prepared, attention to detail. Summer changing to autumn. The archetype of the everyman.
Libra
Cardinal air. The energy of partnership, balance, belonging, and harmony, an appreciation for design, winsome charm. The beginning of autumn. The archetype of the innocent.
Scorpio
Fixed water. The energy of intuition, the unconscious, the allure of dark and hidden depths. Autumn in its fullness. The archetype of the magician.
Sagittarius
Mutable fire. The energy of exploration both physical and intellectual, freedom and travel and philosophical inquiry. Autumn changing into winter. The archetype of the explorer.
Capricorn
Cardinal earth. The energy of raw determination, discipline, achievement, tradition, and boundaries. The beginning of winter. The archetype of the ruler.
Aquarius
Fixed air. The energy of pure idealism and individualism, cool aloofness, being a maverick, pursuing innovation. Winter in its fullness. The archetype of the rebel.
Pisces
Mutable water. The energy of dissolution of boundaries, dreams and visions, waves of feeling, romanticism. Winter changing into spring. The archetype of the sage.
A very Gemini-coded living room with busy patterns and bright orange accents.
Your Sun Sign And Home Design: Color Schemes And Design Motifs
What's the 'sun sign'? When people ask “what’s your sign” this is the one they’re talking about. It’s the zodiac sign that the sun was in when you were born--determined by your birthday. Your sun sign governs self expression, identity, and your life’s destiny. It embodies the traits and characteristics you’re meant to develop or grow into over the course of your life.
What does this have to do with home design? Think of overall color schemes and visual motifs. Your sun sign can help you unify the overall feeling of your home by incorporating similar colors or design motifs throughout each room, even if just in small accents. If you live with a partner, combine elements of both sun signs to reach a happy medium.
Home Decor Colors For Your Sun Sign
- Aries: bold pops of red, color blocking in general
- Taurus: Earthy and soft neutrals or shades of emerald green or pink
- Gemini: bright and cheerful colors, including pink, green, and orange
- Cancer: oceanic blues, soft purples, vibrant white
- Leo: yellows, golds, other warm tones
- Virgo: tasteful neutrals—cream, beige, olive green. Or fastidiously shade-matched color-drenching
- Libra: a balance of neutrals and artfully deployed bold accents, like ultra-pale blue with burgundy
- Scorpio: moody autumnal hues, like midnight blue, forest green, oxblood red
- Sagittarius: cool-toned eclectic patterns, especially blue
- Capricorn: classic shades like navy, brick red, or black balanced with lighter neutrals
- Aquarius: unexpected color pairings that almost clash, like aquamarine and orange, or lilac purple with bright yellow
- Pisces: dreamy pastels, low-contrast pairings and soft tones.
Your Moon Sign: Influencing Private Spaces
This bedroom with its bohemian furniture and batik print pillows subtly evokes the explorer spirit of a Sagittarius moon.
In astrology, the moon governs emotions and dreams. (Which makes sense, since the moon is the celestial body that dominates the night sky.) The moon changes signs about every two days. Your moon sign influences your inner life—the ‘you’ that only your closest friends and family get to see, and your literal dream life and sleep. For this reason, your moon sign is ideal to incorporate in the private retreats of a home: bedrooms, main bathrooms, and walk-in closets, rather than more public areas. If you know your child's moon sign, use it to guide the design of their nursery or bedroom.
For instance, if your moon is in the sign of Pisces, you may gravitate to bohemian touches like a paisley bedspread, Turkish rugs, and cool, soft colors in your bedroom. But if your moon is in Leo, you may choose to paint the bedroom a warm, sunny tone like butter yellow, or get some leopard-print throw pillows (and your Leo Moon little one will probably love having a stuffed lion in his nursery). Incorporating your moon sign can be as subtle as you want it to be, with just decor or accent pieces.
Your Rising Sign: First Impressions And Your Home Facade
Your rising sign, also called the Ascendant, is the sign that was rising on the Eastern horizon at the time of your birth. The rising sign governs how you are perceived by others, the first impression you make. This is why your rising sign is a good guide for your home’s exterior—because it’s what everyone sees first. Making the facade fall in line with your rising sign will give your home an authentic energy, but people won’t be able to put their finger on why it seems that way.
This modern and minimalist front entryway has big Virgo rising energy.
Think of features like exterior paint, siding, window shutters, landscaping, and your entry door. For instance, if your Rising sign is in Capricorn, you may find that you prefer more traditional and practical touches like a Craftsman style Dutch door. Whereas an Aquarius rising will be drawn to an offbeat option like a round top door with a chevron panel. Read our complete guide to entry doors by astrological sign for more inspiration.
Your Venus Sign: What You Value Most In The Home
This cozy living room with organic floral pattern rug is ideal for a Taurus Venus.
Your Venus sign governs what you value and are attracted to. How does this relate to your home? Think of big important purchases and the pieces with the highest impact: furniture, artwork, or major upgrades like a new kitchen island countertop. If your Venus is in the sign of Taurus (an earth sign that loves relaxing and creature comforts) your bed will probably be more important to you than a state-of-the-art kitchen. Industrious, practical Virgo Venus on the other hand would love a luxury stovetop and gorgeous kitchen cabinets. If your Venus is in a water sign like Pisces, you'll see no problem in springing for the claw-foot tub or rain shower. And if your Venus is in playful, competitive Aries? You may find yourself irresistibly drawn to adding a billiards table to the family room.
Your Venus sign can also impact your taste in art. Here are some guidelines for art by zodiac sign.
Art For the Zodiac Signs
- Aries: boldness, whether in color, scale, or the drama of the subject. The color red. Art that features athleticism, or displays a sense of humor.
- Taurus: Lush landscapes. Natural motifs. Figure drawings, glamour photography. Opulent still life paintings of flowers.
- Gemini: geometric motifs or fractal patterns, an eclectic and maximalist gallery wall, art that features optical illusions, framed vintage advertisements
- Cancer: abstract canvases in oceanic colors, comforting or sentimental motifs of home and family, Norman Rockwell
- Leo: self portraits, neon signs, posters or stills from movies you admire
- Virgo: minimalist art. Anything Mid Century Modern. Typography. Woven textiles.
- Libra: Belle Epoque poster prints. Fashion or glamour photography, anything pre-Raphaelite
- Scorpio: moody landscapes, Caravaggio prints, anything vaguely spooky or dramatic
- Sagittarius: art from all the far-flung locales you’ve visited, different styles of art from around the world
- Capricorn: art that you can sell as an investment later, black and white photo prints
- Aquarius: anything purchased from someone you met at Burning Man. Surrealism. Carl Jung’s drawings from The Red Book. Picasso prints.
- Pisces: prints from French impressionists, watercolors
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