Hello design and decor fans! It is that time of year when the paint companies start announcing their Colour of the Year (COTY) together with a coordinating, complementary palette. Are you aware of the research and analysis that goes into these decisions? A number of factors are researched, analyzed and considered including: architecture, culture, technology, exploration/science, fashion, socio-economic, political and environmental conditions. The trend across all of the paint companies is toward colours that are calm, relaxing, soothing and comfortable which is no surprise.

So, this week and for the next few weeks I am going to share mood boards that will provide ideas for how to use some of the COTY for your next design and decor project. This week I used Sherwin-Williams COTY Urbane Bronze along with Modern Gray (SW 7632) a warm neutral that works well in a minimalist design and Messenger Bag (SW 7740) a rich, bold green that is an earthy neutral. Check out the collection here:

https://www.sherwin-williams.com/architects-specifiers-designers/inspiration/color-forecast/2021-color-forecast/2021-color-of-the-year-urbane-bronze

I used these three colours along with Positive Red (SW 6871) as the inspiration for creating a contemporary living room. The walls could be painted in Modern Gray with either Urbane Bronze or Messenger Bag as an accent wall. Either colour could also be used to highlight an architectural feature such as a fireplace, columns or book cases. The red adds energy and a splash of colour to the design and is perfect for accessories such as in the plush velvet throw cushions and artwork.

The design was completed with trending wood and metal side tables. The geometrically shaped metal lamps and area rug hit all the design and decor marks and of course no room is complete without texture which is found in the large floor vase, velvet and faux fur throw pillows and fiddle leaf tree which also brings some life to the space.

This week’s mood board is just one example and style of the many possibilities that can be realized using the 2021 Sherwin-Williams colour palette. What is your style and how would you use the in your updates Let me know - I love to see what you are working on!

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