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2009 Color Trends
Authentic and Traditional Paint Hues Refresh and Excite the Senses
Color style for 2009 draws inspiration from both nature and nurture. With increasing numbers of homeowners remaining in place, many are searching for options to refresh and reinvigorate their living spaces. By the simple change of paint color, any room is a reinvention candidate.
Debbie Zimmer from the Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute says, “Key drivers for 2009 color choice include aspirations to create a comfortable, tranquil home environment coupled with a return to authentic and sustainable materials. In contrast, lively color use and bold patterns will find their place as an alternative to more sedate living areas.”
Zimmer shares the 2009 paint hue directions along with potential rooms for incorporation and decorative effects reflective of each.
Color Recommendations:
Grey, Navy Blue, Brown and Black
Decorative Effects:
Argyle, Herringbone, Pinstripes
Color Recommendations:
Dusty purple, deep blue, bronze metallics and rosy red
Decorative Effects:
Large, dramatic geometric patterns incorporating metallic finishes
Color Recommendations:
Citrus Green, Mango, Apple Red, Lemon Yellow, Pumpkin Orange
Decorative Effects:
Black as an accent color on trim or doors provides an interesting and unexpected frame for the What’s in Bloom color palette.
“Weather or Not”
Our eco-consciousness continues to expand and “Weather or Not!” glances upward for inspiration. This palette takes a cue from the continually changing skies, provides the homeowner with colors represented by sunrise or sunset resulting in a shift from the more expected botanical hues.
While suitable for all areas of the home, these combinations are an especially good choice for bathrooms, bedrooms and family living spaces.
“Menswear”
Like a warm argyle or paisley sweater, consumers
increased yearning for artisanship, authentic materials
and design motivates “Menswear”. Menswear allows for
a more traditional use of hues than recently seen such as
navy blue, leather-like brown and rich grey.
Texture-like finishes and decorative techniques are also important to this palette. Incorporating herringbone and
argyle paint patterns provides a focal point in living and
family rooms.
“What's in Bloom?”
Consumers increased desire for healthy and sustainable locally grown fruits and vegetables provides fresh inspiration for “What’s in Bloom?”. Another twist on the “green” movement, this palette is inspired by fresh hues including citrus green, mango and lemon yellow.
Not just a one season offering, “What’s in Bloom” also derives inspiration from fresh fall produce such as pumpkin orange and apple red.
“What’s in Bloom” is ripe for use in a child’s bedroom, playroom and kitchens. Use in closets and pantry areas to provide an unanticipated pop of color.
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