It is the time of the year where we look at color trends. Each paint maker made their own predictions but we can always see some common elements within their color palettes. This year, “greyed down” colours are in vogue. Except for the earth toned Artisan trend, the other palettes proposed by Benjamin Moore bring a subtle punch of colours to the neutral grey interiors.
The Artisan color palette gives you tips on how to update your grey walls. It is my favorite one! My main floor is painted in two shades of grey and a rich, muted golden yellow.
Color of the Year 2013 and The Coastal Trend
At Benjamin Moore, the color of 2013 is Lemon Sorbet (2019-60). I like its softness. They described it as
the perfect transitional colour between the mid-tones and saturated colours seen in today’s home furnishings and the softer, lighter pastels which are emerging for 2013.
photo credits: Benjamin Moore
You can see its soothing effect in this home office designed around a coastal theme. You could use the same palette to design a calm nursery.
Urbanite Color Trend
Instead of the traditional black-and-white color scheme, mix a rich golden yellow with luscious navy. Marblehead gold is gorgeous. Or for a more subtle decor, update your kitchen white cabinets by pairing them with sophisticated neutral colours.
photo credits: Benjamin Moore
New Traditional Color Trend
A dark blue wall creates a nice backdrop for a bedroom. The key here is to keep the rest light. You can never go wrong with a chevron motif. The bedding used for this traditional bedroom is from West Elm but I wasn’t able to find it online.
photo credits: Benjamin Moore
Elly May
November 13, 2012 at 20:23I think I just found inspiration for EVERY room in my new house! I move in a couple month and am painting everything and will probably use every one of these palettes!