CELEBRATING RICH COLOUR INSPIRED BY NATURAL DYES COMBINED WITH CLEVER COLOUR JUXTAPOSITIONS TO FRAME VIEWS WITHIN THE HOME
Graphenstone Brunswick and Nakijima on the walls with furniture from The Conran Shop and Merchant & Found vintage pieces
Graphenstone, the world's most certified eco paint, has launched its Autumn Winter 2022 colour edit combining six key complimentary colours in a celebration of sophisticated darker shades to create a warm atmospheric home. The palette of inky blues, grounding greens, and rich reds is inspired by natural dyes and the clever use of colour juxtaposition, curated by Betsy Smith, colour consultant for Graphenstone.
“Low-level lighting in winter does not mean a room needs to feel flat and dull. In fact, it's the perfect time to celebrate rich colour to create a warm atmospheric environment using Graphenstone eco paint, which combines CO2 absorption, air purification, extreme durability and washability.
“Our edit focuses on sophisticated darker shades – Blues: Cerulean and Indigo, Greens: Brunswick and Chateaux and Reds: Carnelian, Bordeaux, mixed with a touch of Miso brown.
“All these colours can take on multiple personalities; intriguing and mysterious - everchanging with differing lighting conditions. Painted in our rich mat finish, they have a luxurious velvet-like appearance due to the high concentration of natural pigment. This edit of colours will glisten gloriously in a winter ray of sunshine or flickering candlelight.” Betsy Smith, colour consultant, Graphenstone.
GRAPHENSTONE AW COLOUR JUXTAPOSITION 1: RED AND PINK WITH CERULEAN BLUE
Graphenstone Old Lilac on the ceiling and top architrave and Carnelian red on the walls and door frame. Cerulean Blue is shown in the living room. Furniture and lighting from The Conran Shop and Merchant and Found.
Colour: Earthy grown-up reds are intrinsically welcoming and reassuring – Graphenstone Carnelian, Tuscan Red and Old Lilac tonally blend with each other. Juxtapose with Cerulean – this vivid shade of turquoise will make red sing. Layer with plenty of pattern and texture to dilute this bold and characterful colour into a more liveable hue. For a softer look, pale blues such as soft smoke or porpoise also balance well with reds & brown for a timeless, elegant combination.
Lighting recommendations: Pool light onto matt walls and enjoy the sumptuous graduation of tones these hues transmit.
Which area of the house: A small accent of Cerulean is the key – the inside of a cupboard or back of the door, so you get a 'pop' of colour momentarily when the two meet or a painted piece of furniture.
GRAPHENSTONE AW COLOUR JUXTAPOSITION 2 – INDIGO BLUE AND MISO YELLOW
Shown above: Graphenstone Indigo on the walls with Miso acccents. Furniture by The Conran Shop and Merchant & Found chairs. Rug from Christopher Farr.
Colour: Indigo and Miso brown
Indigo can add definition and is particularly striking when combined with sculptural furniture silhouettes.
With its undertones of red, Indigo is an inky shade that feels effortless & meditative. It is a great companion to brighter accent colours such as golden mustard shades, Miso or Bengal yellow. It will create the perfect backdrop, elevating art and textiles.
Lighting:
Avoid strong artificial sources as they will bleach the colour; instead, highlight art with picture lights and use lamps to create focal points of interest, accentuating natural surfaces such as wood and marble.
Reflective light fixtures will add shimmer and animation to dark matt walls.
Which area of the house
Indigo hallways create a sense of drama; transitioning from a commanding hallway will make adjacent rooms feel brighter and act like a spine, connecting rooms.
Indigo also works well in small awkward spaces as it fuses boundaries making the walls recede so it can make rooms feel bigger.
GRAPHENSTONE AW COLOUR JUXTAPOSITION 3 – RED AND GREEN SHOULD ALWAYS BE SEEN
Shown above left: Graphenstone Bordeaux red with Brunswick Green; chairs Merchant & Found; furniture and floor light The Conran Shop. On the right: Floor light and furniture The Conran Shop; small overhead light Merchant & Found.
Colour: Graphenstone Brunswick is reminiscent of a deep forest woodland that has a mysterious quality. Juxtaposing with Bordeaux, its complimentary adds an innate richness that feels sophisticated and luxurious. The success of this combination lies in the dept of shade, with both hues containing black undertones. They should not be used in equal quantities; one needs to be immersive and the other a well-placed accent.
Lighting: Bordeaux red comes to life in candlelight, intensifying the richness of the colour. Soft ambient lighting on Brunswick will retain its intrigue and makes a timeless, elegant pairing.
Which areas of the house: Bordeaux sets an intimate and dynamic mood, perfect for stimulating dining room conversations.
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