Paint is more than just a pigment and its influence extends beyond the visual. Our walls express a mood, influencing our energy and establishing the mood of a space. And as with anything aesthetically significant, how we choose to experience our home – in terms of color – is subject to the ebb and flow of taste. What attracts us, whether it is a waterfall kitchen islanda sentimentalist reading corner, or any flourishing creation, is a reflection of our world. Both with attention to the present and an appreciation of the past. Paint is powerful and the 2024 paint color trends express just that.
Featured image of Kate Arends’ house by Suruchi Avasthi.
Paint Color Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2024
In the year ahead, designers anticipate sophistication and warmth conveyed by deep browns, unexpected purples and basic pairings for Pantone’s Peach Fuzz. Ready to see what the year has in store? Ahead, designers share their insights on 2024 paint color trends.
Rich browns
“The days of bright whites and dark grays are over as people continue to look towards hues that bring warmth and character in 2024,” says Samantha Stathis-Lynch of Samantha Item Designs. The designer predicts that “rich, mud-like browns” will influence our living spaces. Ware calls this choice charming and sophisticated, citing London Clay from Farrow and Ball as her favorite incarnation of the trend.
This is a change from last year. dopaminergic decor, who favored everything bold and bright. But as homeowners seek to cultivate a peaceful haven, subdued shades are a priority. Brad Ramsey, director and founder of Brad Ramsey Interiors agrees, noting that our collective penchant for caffeine will rule our design choices. “Think about coffee, cappuccino and lattes and how those warm colors are on point, just like your afternoon Starbucks fix. » Does this sound comfortable to you? Ramsey loves Sherwin Williams Iced Mocha 9092 to bring the trend to life.
Cozy, warm earth tones
While the hype behind Chocolate Brown’s influence is a trend in itself, the shift from brown is the new black to pink Barbiecore draws us into the expansive world of earth tones. Charity Buchika from Teasel wood design opts for these organic shades when seeking to design “a luxurious canvas and add depth to create an inviting atmosphere.” It’s a trend we’ve seen gain momentum over the past few years, and interiors will continue to rely on these versatile shades. Clinton Brown by Benjamin Moore is the designer’s favorite, noting that it “complements lighter tones nicely by introducing striking contrasts.”
Deep purples
Joshua Smith, director and founder of Joshua Smith Inc. is pleased to welcome a surprising new color family into the design zeitgeist: purple. But it’s not the jarring pigment of poppy that first comes to mind. “Think deeper shades like plum and amethyst, even magenta,” says Smith. If cultivating inner peace is on your 2024 vision board, purple is your color of the year. “From a psychological point of view,” notes the designer, “purple promotes harmony of the mind and emotions. This contributes to mental balance and stability, calming the nerves. Smith loves the trend so much that he painted the front door of his Vermont studio Farrow and Ball skin.
If you’re not ready to spring for the trendy hue, Stathis-Lynch loves purple as an accent, simultaneously spanning the spectrum of emotions to capture a vibe that’s both eclectic and moody. With its subtle red tint, it recommends Brinjal by Farrow and Ball.
Shades inspired by nature
A common consensus among the designers we interviewed is that natural influence will rule paint color trends in 2024. Shelagh Conway, director and founder of Triple-core design in Austin, predicts the year will be defined by a “mix of soft neutrals and rich earthy colors.” Think morning light at sunrise, soft, dreamy pastels and the drama of the night sky. Colors will continue to draw inspiration from the calm and peace inherent in nature.
Eddie Maestri, principal architect and owner of Studio Maestri in Dallas, is currently launching a deep reflection on “biophilic design”. Ginger Curtis, CEO and Founder of Urbanology designs agrees with the terminology, predicting that “shades of taupe and beige will infuse spaces with a sense of timeless elegance and a palette that evokes the comforting warmth of sunny landscapes.”
The nod to organic will also be featured in our exteriors. But due to exposure to the elements, exterior paints promote preservation and longevity through more muted tones, says Nastassja Bowman of Kristen Elizabeth Design. There is also a desire to harmoniously integrate a construction into the surrounding environment. “Drawing colors from nature is a great way to bring color without detracting from the outdoor landscape,” says Bowman.
Interior decorator Kathrain Rhudy loves the mix of this trend with the passing of the year towards a timeless appeal. “Rather than choosing a stark white, opt for something a little more subtle and combine it with dark gray green for a dramatic and sophisticated look.”
Accessible whites
Achromatic and neutral, white is often considered an afterthought: the default hue chosen by designers without considering a room’s actual needs. But this year, we’ll see white contribute to our penchant for comfort and stability in our spaces. Matthieu Blondand of Studio MMB capture the trend using Dunn Edwards DEW380loving its warmth and versatility “for an art-filled interior with parquet flooring”.
Eleanor Trepte, lead designer of Decay and Tate predicts a similar role for whites in 2024: a balm to soothe and control other hues. She calls The White Dove by Benjamin Moore an “easy” white, citing its ability to pick up and play well with other tones. Melinda Tremor Rincon R.d also love this off-white, pairing White Dove with Natural Cream on the topping of a recent project. A follower of the trend, she loves Swiss Coffee as a universal tint and the creamy warmth of Mascarpone on the cabinets.
Fishing plush
It’s no surprise: any shade that Pantone names Color of the Year is bound to end up on our walls. Designer Laura Chappetto Flynn of Element Design Network loves peach for the “happy, playful vibe” it brings to any space, encouraging homeowners to experiment with the hue as an optimistic accent color. To prevent the retro hue from overwhelming a room, she recommends pairing it with a background color: “rich navy blue, dark green and chocolate brown are our favorites.” Two trendy paint colors in one? We are there for that.
And if you’re hesitant to turn to the ubiquitous shade of the year, Chappetto Flynn suggests opting for wallpaper that incorporates color into its design. Complete the look by painting the ceiling for an “unexpected accent.” The designer loves using this trend in a powder or mud room.
Bright and accentuated exteriors
Amber Guyton from Blessed little bungalow suggests opting for vibrant shades beyond peach in 2024, with blues and greens making an appearance outdoors. “Exterior doors are also a great way to add a pop of warm color like brick red, orange or yellow.”
And while Bowman likes the look of muted tones used in large areas on an exterior, she agrees that bright, bold colors can work well on trim if used in a glossy finish.
It’s proof that no matter how much inspiration we draw from the natural world, color, when used thoughtfully, will always be present.
