The modern neutral is so versatile that the ways to describe it are, well, Limitless. PPG's 2024 Color of the Year is Limitless, a fresh warm hue that holds both the power of a primary color and the essence of a neutral.
Beige: The Warm Neutral Taking Over
This modern take on beige offers a perfect blend of warmth and flexibility, allowing it to suit a wide range of styles and preferences. One of the reasons beige is replacing gray is its ability to bring warmth to a room.
Sweet Embrace™
For over 20 years, our colour experts have been translating global trends into a Colour of the Year that captures the mood of the moment. Sweet Embrace™ is a kind, delicate tone that brings a feeling of positivity to our lives.
In 2024, even light pink can bring you down to earth as long as you have the right hue such as X417 Pavillion or Tikkurila Color of the Year 2024 Nude in Nizza. Shades of brown or beige can be your answer in case you are looking for more traditional earthy tones.
Colour trend forecasters drew from global culture and design trends to anticipate the upcoming colour palettes, revealing a bolder landscape for 2024. Adventurous colour choices will reign supreme, with vibrant pinks, playful aquas, and luxurious browns leading the way.
Living Room Paint Ideas to Inspire You
For that cozy and inviting feel, consider a deep brown neutral like Anonymous or a warm green-gray like Sweater Weather (available only in our premium Designer Color Collection paint). Brighten a dimly lit space with a bright, warm white like Dover White.
Gray: Gray has become a popular neutral recently, and for a good reason. It's a sophisticated color that can work with various decor styles. Whether you choose a light or dark gray, it's a timeless color that will never go out of style.
I'm ready for some variations to take the reign from gray as the trusted neutral color. Well, it just so happens that there's a movement toward beige and colors on the warmer side of the color wheel. Beige colors are primed to make big waves in the interior/exterior design world in 2024, and I support it.
Instead, “recent and prospective homebuyers are willing to offer more money for a home painted in dark, moody colors,” Pendleton said. In fact, dark gray is associated with higher offer prices than white in every room of the home that Zillow studied: the kitchen, living room, bathroom and bedroom.
Grey kitchen cabinets are not out of style. Just because grey isn't in the top trends for 2024, doesn't mean it's out of style. Gray is a nice neutral that can be styled in a variety of ways. Talented kitchen designers are still using grey for their clients to create modern spaces.
Earth tones are dominating the Colour palette for sofas in 2024. These Colours bring a sense of calm and connection to nature into your home. Shades like terracotta, olive green, and taupe are not only stylish but also versatile, blending well with various interior styles.
2024: Peach Fuzz
Peach Fuzz is a light, delicate shade between pink and orange. The soft, heartfelt hue expresses the desire to nurture kindness, compassion, and connection. All of this helps foster a peaceful future and everlasting coziness.
More than one-third (36%) of the homeowners indicated that they would select white windows if they were to replace or update their windows in 2024. Rounding out the top six window color choices were gray (11%), beige/clay (10%), light wood (10%), black (9%), and dark wood (9%).
Beige is a warmer alternative to gray, making it a great choice for designers who want to create a more cozy and welcoming space.
Light Yellow for Happiness
There's a reason yellow is associated with cheeriness. "This yellow has a subtle, luminous quality that feels like warm sun rays and awakens all five senses," Kim says. "Yellow is a natural source of positive energy and sparks feelings of happiness."
What's the most popular color for living rooms? The most popular living room color is green—particularly greens inspired by the colors of nature. Designers love it because it is a soothing color that pairs well with soft neutrals, crisp whites, and a bevy of earthy greys, browns, and blues.
This year's trend forecast features earth tones like terra-cotta and moody forestcore-inspired picks that include a rich deep green. We're also seeing an influx of coastal-inspired blues, from light pastels to bold teals.
Warm, light brown will replace gray as a neutral of choice in the new year.
In a broader sense, grey is only partially out for 2024, but its role in interior design is changing. 2024 is marked by a shift toward colors that evoke warmth, nature, and comfort. While grey can complement these trends, it is no longer the centrepiece.
2024 Paint Color Trend to Try: Moody Blue
Bold and striking colors are stealing the spotlight in 2024. Picture rich jewel tones like emerald green, sapphire blue, and amethyst purple. These hues add depth and drama to any room, creating an atmosphere that is both captivating and enlivening.
About the NYFW Spring 2024 Color Palette
Rooibos Tea, a full bodied red imbued with rich, woody notes. Watercress, a refreshing peppery green with a sprightly presence. Chambray Blue, a brightened denim blue infused with an easy vitality.
About the NYFW Autumn/Winter 2024/2025 Color Palette:
Tomato Cream, a nourishing toasty hue that warms the soul. Scarlet Smile, a glamourous and decadent red that captures our desire. Golden Palm, a new expression of eco color both surprising and familiar. Aventurine, a mineral based tone imbued with a hidden richness.