Colour can affect us all in different ways, both physically and emotionally. It can relax us, uplift us and even connect us to nature. It can bring stillness and tranquillity, both powerful remedies for the stress and anxiety of modern life.
Wattyl has long been a proponent of the psychological role colour can have to our well-being and in our quest for calm and security. Every year Wattyl releases their annual Colour Forecast, with this year’s picks focusing on colours as the antidote to these stresses.
Adding fresh colour to your walls allows you to set the scene and create a new look to your home. Scroll down below and be inspired by Wattyl’s 2021 Colour Forecast.
Nourishing Earth Tones
Warm and nourishing plant based colours help us to reconnect with nature and the outdoors.
Both timeless and natural, earth tones are the perfect solution for a space that needs grounding, creating a mood of warmth and cosiness.
Try incorporating Wattyl’s Brandy Snap or Moccacino into your entertaining spaces to create a sense of warmth and security.
Uplifting Lights
Gentle pale colours add tactility to minimalist spaces which provides optimism and playfulness.
A tip when working with pastel colours is to work with colours that have the same tonal value in order to maintain the energy.
Try incorporating Wattyl’s Cave or China Mauve into your bedroom to create a rejuvenating space.
Shadowy Darks
Tinted blacks and saturated darks create a cocoon, shielding us from the outside world. Dark colours with a matt finish feel luxurious and introduce quiet.
To create a timeless retreat, mix deep-sea blues and forest greens with antique reds and matt gold.
Try incorporating Wattyl’s Dark Dream or Seductress into your dining space to create a timeworn and enveloping atmosphere.
Humble Whites
Whites are warm and comforting and when combined with natural materials create a calming, restorative space perfect for the minimalist.
Layering a monochromatic palette of warm whites with textured and organic materials creates an atmosphere of calm.
Try incorporating Wattyl’s Ice volcano and Confetti Shower into your living room to create a calm space perfect for unwinding.
To see Wattyl’s full 2021 Colour Forecast click here.