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Haymes Paint latest showcases delightful sorbet tones

‘Colour Conscience’ is the latest addition to the Haymes Paint colour library (Volume 11 to be exact) and it features three distinct palettes that bear distinctly un-paint-like names. ‘Cohabitate,’ ‘Contribute’ and ‘Comfort’ run the gamut from sweet pastel colours to masculine, monochromatic schemes.

Cohabitate
Cohabitate palette

Cohabitate is a fresh, uplifting, sorbet-hued palette and the most strongly feminine of the three. Think peachy pink (‘Streamwood’), warm grey (Greyology 3), a gorgeous pale blue (‘China Blue’) and the yellow-toned ‘Antique White’ which are all about creating spaces that nuture, foster togetherness, recharge and reinvigorate their inhabitants.

Cohabitate palette
Cohabitate palette

Haymes Paint suggests styling these colours with blonde woods, terrazzo inspired flooring and accessories, gloss and matte finishes and geometric shapes.

Cohabitate palette
Cohabitate palette

In contrast, Contribute is all about moody monochromatic colours – dark greys (‘Castlegate’), deep browns and mid-tone neutrals (‘Memory). So while there’s a distinct lack of colour variety to this palette, Haymes suggests it’s all about layering up mixed materials for a strong, textural feel.

Contribute palette
Contribute palette

Style this monochromatic palette back with natural materials such as marble, stone, travertine and wood alongside stainless steel, greenery and ceramic items for a moody, luxe vibe.

Contribute palette
Contribute palette

Comfort combines dark green (‘Black Olive’) and teal (‘Viking’) with two-tone reds (‘Berry Juice’ and ‘Nostalgia Rose’) for a sumptuous feel designed to cocoon.

Comfort palette
Comfort palette

Encouraging calm, these dark intense tones inspire rest and quiet and look fabulous paired with tactile materials such as velvet and rattan. Lush, dreamy bedding layers including textured throws and cushions finish off the look.

Comfort palette
Comfort palette

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The colours set to dominate interiors in 2018

2018 is creeping up on us. Did you know it’s 16 weeks to Christmas? Agh! So, as we look to the year ahead, Dulux has announced its colour trends for 2018. A collection of globally inspired hues, breezy neutrals and muted shades, the trends include four carefully curated themes: Essential, Kinship, Escapade and Reflect.

So how are 2018’s trends different from the past? Dulux colour expert Andrea Lucena-Orr explains: “Natural, earthy colours and textures will be coming to the fore and there will be even more of an appreciation for the splendour of imperfection. At the same time, we’ll also see an inspiring travel palette emerging filled with palm prints, happiness and visual delights.

“Soft, greenish-greys and neutral pinks are predicted to be popular in 2018 as they provide the perfect base to experiment with many of the bolder brights coming through. We’ll also continue to see darker colours and striking hues being used in small doses to add dashes of drama to the home.”

Essential

With its predominantly muted palette, Essential will create a soft and peaceful setting through warm shades of leather and putty with cool grey-green. “From the four palettes of 2018, I predict this one will dominate,” says Andrea. “As home enthusiasts will appreciate how easily these colours can transform and update a space.”

Essential
Essential

GET THE LOOK: For a subtle effect try a soft pink such as Mornington Half paired with a neutral grey-green such as Spanish Olive.

Kinship

Mixing subtle neutrals with bolder hues derived from nature, Kinship is an exciting and eclectic palette that will rejuvenate any interior. Think terracotta, burnished red and faded green.

Kinship
Kinship

GET THE LOOK: Make a small space pop with Very Terracotta or for a moodier feel consider a charcoal such as Ruski.

Escapade

Be on holiday every day with a collection of saturated, summery brights that make you think of tropical beaches and cocktails by the pool. “Escapade is all about fun and adventure,” explains Andrea. “It’s a great example of how the emotional impact of colour can create a playful retreat with an added zest for life.”

Escapade
Escapade

GET THE LOOK: For an exciting and unexpected combination combine a teal such as Bondi with a greenish-yellow hue such as Pale Mustard.

Reflect

Celebrating ’70s glamour and ’90s swagger in an understated and thoroughly contemporary way, Reflect is all about decadent green, greyish purple and burnt rose.

Reflect
Reflect

GET THE LOOK: Add a touch of drama and decadence to your home with deeper hues such as Biro Blue or Bruised Burgundy.

Photography by Lisa Cohen | Styling by Bree Leech