Dulux has released its Colour Forecast for 2022, presenting three palettes that respond to these uncertain times with “authenticity, empowerment and hope.”
The annual Dulux Colour Forecast derives from a detailed and collaborative research effort. Dulux colour and communication manager Andrea Lucena-Orr said that this year the process was necessarily different, but the depth and breadth of analysis was just as comprehensive. Along with colour forecaster and stylist Bree Leech and the Dulux Colour Marketing Group, Lucena-Orr engaged in an extensive process of scrutinizing virtual forecasting workshops and design seminars and analysing the multitude of related factors currently influencing the direction and use of colour in design and architecture.
“The impact of the pandemic is undeniable; it is the predominant influence on everything, from global trends to domestic concerns,” said Lucena-Orr. “Naturally, it has impacted the Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 too, and the resultant palettes highlight the colours we need as a collective community and as individuals: calm, optimism and empowerment.”
Distilling these qualities into an expressive array of curated colours, the team has defined three distinct palettes: Restore, Flourish and Wonder. Together, they provide a vision for designers and architects to adopt and adapt as they craft our spaces.
Lucena-Orr noted that the pressure on our home environments to now seamlessly support and accommodate our work and education, in addition to our personal and family activities, has driven a vigorous investment in renewal and remodelling. A key factor in redefining and enhancing these spaces is colour and the three 2022 palettes offer distinct solutions:
Wonder is whimsical and playful, though equally celebratory. It draws upon nature to express optimism and a joyful approach towards regeneration and renewal. “Expressing our reconnection with the natural world and the sheer joy of Spring and Summer, of light and warmth, the Wonder palette is uplifting and hopeful,” says Lucena-Orr. “It sees the inclusion of pastels, such as Dulux Pinkham, Ice Lemon and Celery Green, all of which complement the Flourish and Restore palettes, as well as providing highlight opportunities.”
Flourish represents empowerment through freedom of expression and choice.
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Dulux Colour Forecaster and Stylist: Bree Leech. Photographer: Mike Baker.
Flourish represents empowerment through freedom of expression and choice. It emerges from our human capacity to master uncertainty and channel its potential power into creative outlets. “The decadence and richness of the Flourish palette will unleash some of the predominant colours for 2022,” said Lucena-Orr. “Harnessing the deep blue of Dulux Kenepuru Sound, the grounding of Dulux Basic Coral or the warmth of Red Terra, will all make a dramatic statement. These colours can reflect that uncertainty doesn’t always equate to a loss of power when it comes to our ability to celebrate life.”
Restore is inspired by the innate need for authentic connection.
Restore is inspired by the innate need for authentic connection. Its natural tonal palette, with deep earthy hues, such as Dulux Natural Flora and Dulux New Penny, is calming and highlights textural play against natural materials. “Interiors have become our cocoon and a place where we can practise wellness and self-care rituals,” said Lucena-Orr. “We seek comfort above all else, are choosing less however making better choices, driving our appreciation of the power of simplicity. Minimal but meaningful.”
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Source: Architecture - architectureau
