The Top 3 Interior Color Trends For 2020
Now that we have started a new year and decade, our attention has once again turned to color. Each January, the top paint manufacturers hand-pick a single color (or palette) that epitomizes the year to come. These inspired selections serve as an aspirational foundation for interior styling, whether you are bathing your walls in a subtle hue or adding bold and vibrant designer fabrics to your space. While you can never go wrong with a neutral foundation of white, beige or gray, sometimes you need a little color in your life. With that said, here are the top interior color trends for 2020.
Pretty In Pink
When it comes to pink, it’s wise to tread lightly, lest you end up with a saccharine interior that is more suited to a child’s bedroom than a sophisticated living space. First Light, Benjamin Moore’s 2020 Color of the Year, is one of those rare pinks that offer a subtle hint of warmth and color for walls without being garish. According to Architectural Digest, First Light captures the optimism of a new decade and is a “soft, not-too-sweet pink that is flattering and fun.” When using pink to accessorize, vivid shades can be quite lovely when added deliberately and sparingly. For example, this Ritz condo remodel features art and designer fabrics with the perfect pop of hot pink to compliment an otherwise cool interior.
True Blues
If you happened to read our recent blog devoted to Classic Blue, Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2020, you know that blue is a perennial favorite and a mainstay in interior styling. While truly a timeless choice, current shades of blue lean towards rich, dark hues, such as Naval, the Sherwin Williams Color of the Year for 2020. As an accent, teal and bright shades of blue can also be found in designer fabrics and other aesthetic elements. Versatile by nature, blue pairs beautifully with neutrals, such as gray, beige, and white. According to the color experts at Pantone, blue “brings a sense of peace and tranquility to the human spirit,” and is a dependable and enduring choice for the home as we move forward into a new era.
Go Green
Green is an Earthy, organic color that adds a natural touch to interior styling. Today’s green hues are soft and serene, such as Back To Nature, Behr’s 2020 Color of the Year. In fact, Farrow and Ball’s Key Colors for 2020 are comprised of various shades of luxurious green and gray with green undertones. When used as a foundation for walls, such as this stunning Signature Stella Delancey Street design, green can serve as a neutral that pairs beautifully with designer fabrics in sumptuous colors. This home layers shades of green, from Chartreuse to Emerald, paired with bright pops of blue and yellow, for a nuanced and dramatic aesthetic.
Are you inspired to incorporate one of these timeless yet trending color palettes into your home? We specialize in high-end residential design in the Philadelphia area and can help you achieve the on-point look you desire for the new decade.
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