Exploring the Colors of the Year: A Versatile Palette for Personal Style and Staging
This year, the color experts at Sherwin Williams, Benjamin Moore, and PANTONE have spoken, declaring their respective Colors of the Year. Sherwin Williams introduces the tranquil Upward SW 6239 (224-C1), often described as an icy blue. Benjamin Moore brings forth the captivating Blue Nova 825, and PANTONE warms up the palette with Peach Fuzz (13-1023). While these colors may not be an immediate personal choice for everyone, their versatility opens the door to
creative expression in both personal spaces and real estate staging.
Personal Style: Interior Design Inspirations
1. Feature Walls:
Consider incorporating any of the Colors of the Year as a feature wall. Whether it’s the icy blue Upward SW 6239, the captivating Blue Nova 825, or the warm Peach Fuzz (13-1023), using these shades as a focal point can set the tone for a room and make it unique to your personality. When you enter a room it should make you feel good. Personalizing a room with colors that speak to you does just that.
2. Furniture Accents:
Embrace the boldness of these colors by integrating them into furniture accents. Picture a statement sofa or chair in a bold hue. Complementing these pieces with some neutrals will allow the space to remain cohesive while making a striking impression. Feel free to experiment with different combinations of these on-trend colors.
3. Subtle Elegance in Accessories:
From pillows and throws, art and decorative accents, infuse the Colors of the Year in subtle touches throughout the space. Bookcases, coffee tables and kitchen counters are great spaces to incorporate color and to bring a new vibe into the room.
Strategic Appeal: Using Color in Home Staging
In the realm of property staging, the focus is on creating a universally appealing atmosphere that draws potential buyers in while leaving room for their imagination. Bold colors are typically not recommended for staging a home however there are ways to strategically bring them into a listing to stay on trend.
1. Welcoming Accents:
Use any of the Colors of the Year as accents in pillows and throws in a staged living room. These subtle touches evoke a sense of trendiness without overwhelming the space, allowing potential buyers to visualize their own style preferences.
2. Artistic Statements:
Elevate the visual appeal of a staged property by incorporating these on-trend colors in strategically placed artwork. Artwork can set the tone for a room especially if it is large in scale. Ensure that the surrounding decor complements the chosen color.
3. Subtle Kitchen and Bath Accents:
Introduce the Colors of the Year sparingly in the kitchen or bathroom through accessories like soaps, vases, or small art pieces. This approach allows potential buyers to appreciate the trendy colors without feeling confined by bold design choices.
**Reminder: The Colors of the Year are a Palette of Possibilities**
Just because the experts have chosen these colors doesn’t mean you need to use them as your main palette. Consider exploring complementary and contrasting colors to create a more dynamic and personalized space. Also, keep in mind that what they announce today might not see widespread adoption in mainstream design for 36-48 months. Meaning, in home staging, we don’t often incorporate these colors into our inventory until we know the mainstream would feel comfortable with them. Embrace these colors as a trend, but feel free to adapt them to your own timeline and preferences.
Ready to Transform Your Space? Contact Leslie Anderson Interiors!
Determining the perfect colors for your home, considering your style, personal preference, lighting, and existing fixtures, can be overwhelming. Allow Leslie Anderson Interiors to provide a tailored solution for your design and home staging palettes this year. Contact us at 703-973-8734 for a personalized consultation and turn your vision into a vibrant reality.