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I always get excited at this time of year because the paint companies start releasing their predictions for the following year. It sets the president for everything interiors, from wall colours to accessories and I love seeing how it develops over the year. From being a marmite choice to something everyone has embraced, colour is an integral part of our homes and I love the psychology and science behind the choices.
Dulux are one of the leading experts when it comes to all things colour and what our homes will look like in the coming year. 2020 - what can we say? No one expected what was to come and Brave Ground for 2021 is the perfect reaction to what can only be described as a shitty year!
Dulux Colour of The Year 2021
The experts at Dulux have identified the “warm and grounding neutral shade of Brave Ground as the colour that will enable people to draw upon the strength of nature to help them find the courage to embrace the future.”
The interesting thing about Brave Ground is that it flexes in tone depending on the time of day and setting, creating a subtly responsive environment so everyone’s rooms will have a different reaction.
The colour is warm and nurturing, evoking feelings of comfort and has endless colour palette opportunities.
Brave Ground by Dulux
Trust.
The Trust palette is probably my favourite palette of them all because it’s full of warm neutral greys and browns - and those deep terracotta’s which I’m always drawn to. According to Dulux “these colours complement each other and encourage connection, collaboration and a sense of harmony in the home.” And I couldn’t agree more.
Timeless.
Timeless is full of energizing shades against soft neutrals which combine to create a backdrop of old and new. The pops of ochre mean this palette is anything but boring, yet it holds on to the heritage feel of the past.
Earth.
This one is all about echoing the tones of the sea, the sky and the soil. The all important connection to the natural world. 2020 might have been the only year where a walk in the park or the privilege of a garden was the most important part of our day so bringing these outside shades into our homes will help bridge the connection and make us feel more grounded.
Expressive.
And finally the wild child. Expressive. Proving that Brave Ground is the most versatile colour, working hard across the spectrum and giving something to everyone. It means you can still instil your personality in your home and be as individual as you like.
So what do you think? Whilst I might not be using Brave Ground on all four walls of my room, I can definitely see it working as an accent colour. Gorgeous linen bedding perhaps, or stoneware bowls and vases? I would love to know your thoughts on this years Colour of The Year in the comments below - will you be trying it out in your home?