Paint colours are the most picked up and
implemented trends throughout in Interior Design. From 1860s, different schemes
have been adopted throughout the decade’s most running across 10 years. However
from the year 2000, a regular change can be observed every year. These colours
are influenced by fields such as photography, graphic and fashion design. 2017
was an experimental year with deeper colours being adopted as the main colours.
Designers have moved from the greys, beige and “Greige” and have picked up dark
orchid, teal and sea grass tones.
Colour psychologists have come up with theories
about colour and how it influences the human senses. Green colour for example represents freshness
and balance. It alludes to wealth and growth. Blue colour represents loyalty
and calmness and alludes to dependability. Purple colour represents creativity
and royalty. It evokes serenity and artistry.
Other design elements implemented in smaller
scales are fabric type and patterns, metals, wood tones and stone finishes.
1. SHERYN WILLIAMS ; COLOUR OF THE YEAR – POISED TAUPE
Poised Taupe is a neutral colour with a very
earthy base. It’s an effortless mix of brown and grey which makes it easy to
pair. This colour is timeless and fits in both classic and modern templates.
Due to its base colours, Poised taupe can be paired with a very wide variety of
colours such and deep blues, purple and burgundy. Used sparingly, mustard can
also pair well with taupe. For lovers of neutral schemes, off whites with cream
bases will give that elegant look.
3. DULUX
; COLOUR OF THE YEAR – DENIM DRIFT
Denim drift seems to be the colour that was adversely used in 2017. However, the darker
shade of it; Midnight show has become more popular. This colour works well with neutral, wood and
natural stone look in bathrooms. When used with white doors and architraves,
cornices and also skirtings, this colour stand out. Midnight snow can be used
on kitchen cabinetry, internal and external doors and also externally at the
entry porch.
3. BEHR
; COLOUR OF THE YEAR – GREEN AGATE
This colour has mostly been used in Kitchen cabinetry.
In a two toned kitchen, the upper cabinets can be left as white or off white while the lower cabinets as Green agate. Designers have got even more creative
and used gold and brass accessories as accents. Green being a colour that aludes to freshness, this colour has been
used in bedrooms and lounge areas as the main colour.
Below is a video to inspire you on other 2017 design trends as per House and Home .Also check out other articles published by Elle Decor and House Beautiful .
