COATINGS , SEALANTS & PAINTS
Preference Red No . 297 Modern Emulsion
Light Blue No . 22 Modern Emulsion and Green Smoke No . 47 Modern Eggshell
FARROW & BALL ’ S JOA STUDHOLME REVEALS THIS YEAR ’ S COLOUR TRENDS AND HOW TO USE THEM IN THE HOME
Now that we are spending more time in the home , we will be using colours that feel friendly and relatable .
Colours that are warm , welcoming , and easy to live with , and that make us proud of our design decisions . These thoughtful choices convey a sense of ease and familiarity and are a result of wanting to find calm within the chaos of our turbulent world . We want our homes to be places not just for rest and recovery , but also for rejuvenation and inspiration . Farrow & Ball colour curator Joa Studholme reveals how to use this year ’ s trend colours in the home .
RICH AND WARM
In challenging times , we crave warm tones that will enrich our homes and create cosy sanctuaries away from the outside world . Luxurious colours like Preference Red can be added to the most neutral of palettes by using them in rooms we use at the end of the day , when we most want to relax and be comforted . In 2021 we have moved away from dark charcoals and blues and towards the warmer tones of nature , like Deep Reddish Brown and Tanner ’ s Brown , which are strong and subdued but achingly fashionable . Incredibly chic by day and cosy by night , they bring a grounded but luxurious atmosphere that is thought-provoking as well as soothing , particularly when paired with other hues found in the natural world . All three of these chocolatey tones are particularly suited to bookshelves and library shelving when used in Modern Eggshell .
CLEAN AND TIMELESS BLUES
Th e blues best suited to anchoring our homes in 2021 are cleaner tones like lively Pitch Blue , fresh Ultra Marine Blue , and the darker , inkier Stiffkey Blue . Th ese uncomplicated shades feel familiar , like memories from our childhood , so have a soothing effect in the home despite their cooler undertones . For a simple but immersive colour experience , use the colour on both walls and woodwork , using Modern Eggshell and Modern Emulsion to create the perfect family environment that is wipeable and scuff -proof! If , however , you want a more formal and traditional feel , then team these blues with All White or Ammonite on the woodwork and they will sing even more , especially when used in well-lit spaces or on central kitchen islands . However , when used in areas deprived of light or in evening rooms lit by table lamps , they become much richer and more luxurious in feel .
NATURAL GREENS
Bringing the elements of the natural world into our interiors encourages personal growth as well as evoking a feeling of calm . All greens reinforce our connection to nature and create the perfect welcoming start to the journey through your home . This makes greens a particularly popular choice for use in hallways , where they cause the rooms off it to feel
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