Both Primary and Secondary Colors books of Theroux are great reads. The author digs deep into the history of a color, it's use in ancient to contemporary cultures, symbolism, as well as the physiological and emotional affect color has on us. He discusses how advertising and marketing corporations employ color, and religious and spiritual institutions employ color.
This is a must read for artists and designers, poets, and students of such disciplines. And lastly, perhaps these books will help if simply want to paint your kitchen.