A new year and a new you have ushered in some fantastic interior design trends 2022. After all, 2020 and 2021 have been anything but stable. But, in 2022, we’re a bit optimistic, aren’t we? And since colour trends reflect collective consciousness, we believe bright, empowering, soothing, cheerful and optimistic shades will dominate the 2022 colour scape.
For instance, colour-maker Dulux has named it’s ‘Bright Skies’ shade – a light shade of airy blue – the Colour of the Year! And the reason behind this choice, as said by Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director of Dulux UK, was: "Right now, people want to feel revitalised and enjoy the freedoms that are returning to them, to look out and bring in new ideas."
Eight Interior Design Colour Trends to Look Out for in 2022
So, keeping new you, new beginnings and optimism in mind, let's proceed with eight interior design colour trends 2020 for your next paint job!
1. Make it the new yellow – Babouche
Babouche – a cheerful yellow tone. It’s cheerful brightness is said to intensify when used in large areas. Experts suggest parking the colour with railings for a dapper look.
Warmer colours, which indicate a return to the status quo, will be welcomed in 2022. Babouche, a bright and creamy yellow, is ideal for embodying this gradual return to normal; while vibrant, this never seems obnoxious or dominating.
This hue of yellow is regarded as subdued sunlight, after the characteristic colour of the leather footwear donned by Moroccan men. Although Babouche has a brilliant tone, it isn't excessively vibrant or overwhelming, making it ideal for a bigger space where its cheeriness would be amplified. When it comes to décor, it is always recommended to go for more minimalist partners like simple line designs or subtle brilliant colours.
This shade of yellow may assist to lighten a place with little ambient daylight, and when looking at the colour wheel, it goes nicely with a soft blue, as shown in some of the projects of companies like Hipcouch.
2. Create a peaceful environment – opt muted tones
Every house should include a quiet room, where everyone can retire to digest their hardworking days and replenish their internal batteries. With 2022 looking like a year of hybrid working, the major facilitator distinguishing a house and an office could be this room of peace.
Colours like muted or off white, pale (or other light) green, mild purple, mint, spiced honey, among other timeless shades could do wonders to create a peaceful environment. Moreover, if your other rooms have contrasting tones like the Babouche, the contrast would be fancy.
Therefore, this silent chamber of subtleness will surely keep people grounded and operating at their very best. Just set up a space where you may read, sketch, sew, or merely sit motionlessly and reflect calm and breathe at ease.
3. A playful blend of old and new - bold shades
Glorify and magnify your house by combining more refurbished or new antique treasures and historical furnishings and sync your colour scheme with it.
Look for flamboyant furnishings, including minor touches like cabinet hardware and ornate trimmings to add a wow sense to your beautiful home.
For the colour part, opt for bolder schemes (even contrasting), and patterns that complement the furnishings. Like, if you have a lot of intricately carved and mahogany-coloured furniture, opt for cream or pale yellow walls.
4. Natural neutrals, a forever favourite – greens
Calming and neutral colours have been around for years and they are always favourites.
People would want to return or go to places that reflect cleanliness and nature; and bright colours and tones like green or blue shades which reflect nature.
In the broad spectrum of natural neutrals, sandy tones of all shades and colours have resurfaced as the clan leader. Put particular focus on green tones, which will bring the healing powers of nature inside with a fresh forest feel. Materials ranging from grasscloth to wood are combined with canvas, wool and hemp to deliver the perfect design trend for your place in 2022.
5. Browns hues for everyday blues
People are tired of seeing the same dull shades of grey ranging from light to dark grey plus more grey interiors around every curve. The use of lighter camel colours for their interiors and deep chocolate browns can be a change of colour trend that you would want.
Why? Because these warmer tones react to the oversaturation of the shade of greys and invite a more welcoming feeling.
Adding to this colour design trend, you must consider including furniture which has major influences from historic and stately homes. These go the best with camel and dark brown shades, thus, adding to a classic home decor feel.
6. Redo the kitchens’ colours
With the natural glow of granites, marbles, and quartzites, your kitchen can look nothing but perfect. But adding matte and somewhat grainy textures can transform the entire look and feel of what a kitchen means.
The colour choice for your kitchen must serve the purpose to create a peaceful haven. Muted green infusions and some soft-organic tones like blue and light violet can serve as a soft comforter in your kitchen. Also, try to promote creativity and self-expression with a modern touch by including a naturally joyous hue.
7. A mixed colour palette
Add dramatic hues; get rid of the boring and glaring whites. To create a warm setting, use taupe, beige, and cream. Similarly, a subtle and cold experience can be attained using aubergine, hunter green, and black.
These shades add a more expressive feel to your existing furniture. Other than that, new hues and colour trends like these never fail to deliver an unquestionably cosier experience.
8. Happiness in the extra-ordinary
The interiors of mudrooms, laundry rooms, and sculleries are locations where valued items display a more mellow experience. These unexplored trends can excite a new joyousness, from evoking a straightforward experience to kicking you back to the good days.
Choosing one colour created from natural materials is crucial because they're softer and chalkier in tone. Here, the brownish and crimson colour tone conveys a serene yet solemn message.
Technological advancements in your house and Interior design trends 2022 have affected one another and will, of course, mirror optimistic changes.
Try the various visualisation programmes by Hipcouch and get the feel of the finest looks, feel, and walkthrough for your space before you solidify any plan.
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