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New Haymes Paint hues celebrate beauty in imperfection

'Slow Life' palette
'Slow Life' palette

Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-sabi (the celebration of beauty in the imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete), comes ‘Flow’ the latest from Haymes Paint. “This volume is one that resonates with my philosophy of finding beauty in fragility, vulnerability and the stories behind objects and pieces that we own,” says Haymes Paint colour and concept manager Wendy Rennie.

“I was lucky enough to visit Japan a few months ago and saw the Wabi-sabi concept brought to life in many different environments. Central to Flow is embracing what is and has been without trying to change it or make it perfect. It’s about keeping us balanced and seeing the beauty in simple palettes and objects,” says Wendy.

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‘Deep Calm’ palette. Paint colour: Haymes Paint Artisan RenderCoat in White Stone

Comprised of four palettes, the paint colours are designed to provide a sense of flow in our homes by imbuing them with tranquillity and comfort. ‘Deep Calm’ is all about imperfect minimalism achieved through texture, materials and natural light. “The focus is less on colour and more on tonal shifts that graduate throughout the interior space, which is peaceful and practical, showing how beautiful simplicity can be,” says Wendy.

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‘In Balance’ palette. Paint colours: Haymes Paint Olive Drab and Ironstone

‘In Balance’ is full of much deeper, moodier tones. “A sense of balance is evoked through this ethereal colour palette where the saturation in the deep green sits in harmony with the pink,” says Wendy.

'Free Flow' palette
‘Free Flow’ palette. Paint colour: Haymes Paint Mortar Rolled Straw

‘Free Flow’ is full of warm, organic tones designed to be used in transitional spaces that are free flowing and flexible. “This palette recognises that our personal style and belongings creates an authenticity in our homes that is multi-layered, providing a connection to our history and passions too,” says Wendy.

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‘Slow Life’ palette. Paint colour: Haymes Paint Real Iron Brushed Rust

‘Slow Life’ has a much more rustic feel with its copper and rust shades. “This palette focuses on exploring the soul of our home, and how important it is to feel a sense of our true self in this space. This is a raw, organic, exposed and textural theme that feels both comforting and secure.”

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Pitter patter: Latest Dulux colour trend perfect for a nursery

While autumn colour trends often rely on the usual suspects of burnt orange, mustard and deep brown, the Dulux 2017 autumn colour trend is a much more serene, muted affair with light and mid-tones dominating alongside greige. And while it’s a look that suits just about any space, we think it’s the perfect complement to a gender-neutral nursery.

Ceiling & upper wall colour: Dulux Beige Mystery. Lower walls, skirting & trim: Dulux Parchment Paper. Chimney breast: Dulux Suede Effect in Eco Chic.

“We’re seeing soft colours used more often in children’s spaces now, it’s less about traditional colours such as pinks and blues and these autumn hues are perfect if you’re painting before you know your baby’s gender. Any of these colours would look beautiful in either a boy’s or girl’s nursery as they are the epitome 
of gender neutral,” says Dulux colour expert Andrea Lucena-Orr.

She explains the importance of carefully considering the choice of colour in a baby’s space. “Aim to reduce stimulating or strong contrasting colours and intense patterns in a child’s nursery or bedroom to create a calming ambience. Pacifying palettes of soft muted hues are best for a nursery as the subtle undertones within many of these colours can help a baby to relax and may hopefully encourage sleep.” You can add in a warm colour such as Dulux Pinkham if the room feels a little too neutral.

Dulux creative consultant and stylist Bree Leech, explains that layers of texture also help to create a sense of intimacy and warmth. “Tactile materials are also an important feature in spaces for small children as they develop their sense of touch.” She loves the softy, dreamy matte texture that the Dulux Suede Effects paint has (seen here on the fireplace in ‘Eco Chic’). “You can use them to create the perfect finish for the whole room or just a feature such as the chimney breast or alcove,” says Bree.

Children’s rooms aside, the Dulux autumn palette is a truly versatile one that could be used anywhere in the home. “If you’re looking to create a tranquil and calm environment, try any of these colours – they definitely should not be restricted to nursery use only. This palette could be used in an older child’s bedroom, a playroom, a quiet sitting room or casual living space and even a master bedroom,” says Andrea.

Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Bree Leech & Heather Nette King for Dulux Colour Trends 2017

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2017 Haymes Paint colour forecast celebrates earthy hues

Introduced earlier this year, the Haymes Paint Colour Library is a new tool that allows the Australian paint brand to showcase its latest colour collections with a particular eye on interior trends. The most recent addition to the library, ‘Volume 8,’ sees 27 on-trend paint colours categorised into three themes – ‘Stark Beauty, ‘Strata’ and ‘Pitch Dark’ run the gamut from vibrant green to moody nudes, subtle whites and rich reds.

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Haymes Interior Expressions low sheen acrylic in Pond Moss (part of the ‘Stark Beauty’ collection)

“Volume 8 covers the diverse collection of colour and design directions we see influencing the market globally. We’ve presented this volume in three distinct colour stories that we believe will work well across interiors, particularly in Australia,” says Wendy Rennie, colour and concept manager at Haymes Paint.

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Haymes Interior Expressions low sheen acrylic in Keystone (part of the ‘Strata’ collection)

“There is no one-size-fits all approach and often it’s the blend of external factors like culture, arts, politics and commerce that influence our trends and colour palettes,” says Wendy of the brand’s colour forecasting strategy.

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Haymes Interior Expressions low sheen acrylic in Marble Mist (part of the ‘Stark Beauty’ collection)

‘Stark Beauty’ pairs fresh, grassy green with subtle white tones to conjure what the brand calls an ‘almost Japanese aesthetic and sensibility,’ that embraces soft minimalism. The green shade is a particularly vibrant one that is perfect for energising tired spaces.

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Haymes Interior Expressions low sheen acrylic in Deep Buff (part of the ‘Strata’ collection)

As its name would suggest, ‘Strata,’ pays homage to the rich colours found in the layers of the earth. From ruddy tans and browns to lush deep green and sea blue, ‘Strata’ is an earthy palette that is ideal for pairing with the ever-popular tribal trend.

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Haymes Interior Expressions low sheen acrylic in Coal Mine (part of the ‘Pitch Dark’ collection)

The most diverse palette, ‘Pitch Dark,’ is big on dark hues and features strong blacks and dark charcoals combined with rich reds. A moody nude lightens the look, as does an injection of deep blue.

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Haymes Interior Expressions low sheen acrylic in Ironstone (part of the ‘Pitch Dark’ collection)

Photography: Martina Gemmola | Styling: Ruth Welsby

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Paint trend: Embrace dark shades this winter with Dulux

With deep eggplant and teal tones dominating, the Winter 2016 Dulux colour collection plunges into the dark side of the colour wheel this season, with dramatic results.

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Walls painted in Dulux Odyssey & Dulux Plush

“We have seen a shift towards darker colours being used in the home over the past few years. Darker hues are increasingly being featured as inspiration in magazines, Instagram and blogs as well as retail stores, as they add a particular mood and a sense of drama,” says Andrea Lucena-Orr, Dulux colour expert.

Traditionally, people have shied from dark paint colours for fear that they will make a space feel smaller. But used as a feature wall or accent tone, the results can be stunning. Deeper shades are ideal for a home cinema room (the darker backdrop accentuates the viewing experience) or bedrooms as they are mostly used at night.

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“Don’t feel afraid to use darker colours in the home. Darker colours can create an ambience that can’t be achieved with lighter hues. You can add vibrant accessories against the darker backdrop if you feel it needs a little more brightness,” says Andrea.

And for those unwilling to take the complete plunge, you can incorporate the look on a smaller scale. “Try painting canvases in the winter colours to hang against neutral backdrops and accessorise with metallics and darker, dramatic colours with smaller highlights in bright accents,” says Andrea.

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Photography by Mike Baker | Styling by Bree Leech and Heather Nette King