Next year, home palettes will take on a more nostalgic direction, blending contemporary tones with classic inspiration. Neutrals will span the spectrum between light and dark, while bold, energetic hues take the lead in accent colours. Check out these moodboards highlighting the five 2022 key colours that you can implement in virtually any interior space at home.
DARK OAK
This key colour is dark in nature, but it also takes on a warm undertone so that it is versatile enough to blend with an array of hues along with decades of interior design styles. If you are using dark wood like oak or a tropical species such as teak or Merbau, the natural hues of these materials can infuse a warm and easy-going ambience to your spaces. Keep this powerful shade around you; it’s perfectly at home as a backdrop tone, harmonising any spaces instantly.
Design: Nu Infinity
CLASSIC CRÈME
A minimalist tone with a rich, creamy appearance, this key colour is reminiscent of a quiet paradise. As time slows down, life is experienced intensively, and easiness is found in unpolished textures, organic materials and handcrafted objects that turn homes into an essential piece of a mindful lifestyle. This is a must-have colour for the home as it is versatile in every material, soft in every shade, and elegant when paired with any tone.
Design: Metrics Global
ICY GREY
Grey has always been a timeless favourite. This year, it cools down to a light, icy tone to balance overwhelming palettes, infusing a breath of fresh air into spaces. Use it as a backdrop and even on smooth fabrics, coverings, and decorative objects. As an undertone or overtone, this colour casts a gentle spirit in any room.
Design: IQI Concept
OLIVE REVIVAL
This colour borrows a page from the 1960s, where velvet armchairs and shaggy rugs steal the limelight. Featuring a mixture of yellow and green, this colour is beautiful amid natural light. While it is ideal for large rooms with abundant materials such as glass, marble, and fabrics, its soothing tone is also perfect for bedrooms.
Design: Platinum Victory
RUBY WINE
An everlasting classic, the colour of red wine can fill your home with a classy sense of nostalgia. Modernise it with a reflective surface or a touch of shimmer, and it becomes the perfect hue for a dramatic aesthetic. Use it as a key accent especially in large and bright rooms or mix it with dark tones or light neutrals to create a stunning effect. You can also use it on a furniture piece – glossy or matte; it will stand out and add personality to your home.
Design: SQFT Space Design Management
Credits: Moodboards and inspiration text adapted from Hommes Studio’s “2022 The Future of Trends” ebook.
