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2021 SW Color of The Year

It all begins with an idea.


Sherwin Williams - Urbane Bronze

Sherwin Williams - Urbane Bronze

We saw grey paint hit the trends a few years ago - every apartment, commercial building, retail store, etc. was painted a shade of grey as it was the new “classic”. I still dont think grey paint is out per-say, but this year, we are seeing a return to warmth. These neutrals that we have become accustomed to lack the warm under tones that helps a space feel balanced. Sherwin Williams caught onto this trend too and has announced their 2021 color of the year - Urbane Bronze.

This dark Bronze tone looks like a charcoal, near black, in space but when you look at it next to a true black, you realize just how warm it truly is. As human beings, we all crave warmth and comfort - its part of how we are hardwired. Whether we notice it or not, we naturally gravitate towards spaces that make us feel welcome, comforted and at home.

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Sources (top left to bottom right):

  1. Chair - And Tradition

  2. Pendant - Ross Gardam

  3. Swivel Chair - Horne

  4. Mirror - Lulu & Georgia

  5. Lamp -

  6. Sconce - Ross Gardam

  7. Ottoman - Lawson Fenning

  8. Side Table - Pfeifer Studio

  9. Rug - Linie Design

  10. Coffee Table - Hollis + Morris

  11. Planters - Design Milk

  12. Sofa - Hem

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