Interior Décor Colour Trends: The 2020 – 2021 Transition

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How different are the incoming colour palettes predicted to set the tone for 2021 going to be from the interior décor colour trends of 2020? What are interior designers looking to leave behind in a year that saw millions of people across the globe spend more time in their homes than ever before? Well, it’s safe to say that after a tumultuous year like 2020, homeowners are ready for calmer interior décor colour trends, and top interior decorators are here to give the people what they want in 2021!

So, if you’re looking to transition your home interiors from a popular 2020 colour scheme to an incoming colour trend for the year, Luxe Mirrors Australia is here to help you understand what needs to stay, what needs to change, and how to bring it all together to meet those 2021 interior décor colour trend goals! Read on.

Deep Greens to Seafoam Green

Living Room with Sage Green Feature Wall and Tan CouchPhoto by Kara Eads on Unsplash

Jungle greens are dense, striking colours that evoke a feeling of vigor. In homes, they create depth and drama, however, the downside of deep, velvety greens in interior design lies in the fact that the colour palette can be all-consuming at a time when you want your home to exhibit peace and harmony. Enter seafoam green! The softness and calmness of seafoam green which is a combination of green, blue, and grey, is one of the top colour trends to look out for in 2021.

Living spaces that are dominated by avocado greens and balanced with light undertones can easily convert their interiors to a soft colour palette consisting of seafoam green as the base, along with earl greys, restful white tones, and pops of muddy browns to complement it. Much like aquamarine and teal, seafoam is a gorgeous colour to look at, only more subtle and gauzy in nature — perfect for creating a cocoon-like interior to come home to after the outside world has gotten to you!

White/Milky Tones to Nude Shades

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All-white, all-bright was great; it opened up the space, made it look light and airy with sudden pops of vibrant colour to break the monotony of dominant creamy walls and décor; however, we’re moving away from stark white in 2020 and transitioning to minimalist nude shades in 2021. By subtly introducing colour to predominantly white interiors in the form of a nude colour palette, the overall brightness of the room is maintained while adding layers and depth to the space. 

Some of the most popular interior décor colour trends predicted for 2021 seem to have one thing in common: doing away with dark colours and bringing in light shades. If you have heavy accent pieces and dark décor in the room, neutralise them by introducing pale pinks and beige tones to your luxe interiors or modern/contemporary home. Incorporate specific nude shades that will tie the pink undertones in the room to beige accent colours while leaving the dark colours to serve as pops. With this 70%-30% light and dark partnership, interior designers aim to create the perfect balance between modern architectural simplicity and contemporary-styled furnishings — something that is achievable with the help of a nude colour palette. 

Monochrome to California Cool

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Monochromatic interiors have a flair for drama. They use different tones of the same colour to decorate a room, and a few additional contrasting shades to complete the interior. Visually, monochromatic interior design is stunning; creatively, it’s rather one-dimensional. If you love a colour so much, there are clever, trendier ways to use it in 2021, leaving the monochromatic interior décor colour trend behind. How, you ask? Well, we’re talking about the versatility and many layers of California Cool interior design, of course! 

With a colour palette that mixes and matches light and dark wood; black and white; monochrome greys and minimal pops of deep hues such as blues and greens, the transition to California Cool brings more light, style, and diversity to home interiors. Inspired by four distinct interior design styles, i.e. Coastal, Boho, Mid-Century, and Scandinavian, homeowners are easily intrigued by the colour scheme because it blends a host of hues without looking overdone. As far as décor goes, picture Mid-Century mahogany tables, coastal-style upholstery, and oversized mirrors like a Boho-inspired leaner from Luxe Mirrors Australia; it’s where Old World charm meets trendy cool colours; textures and bold patterns are brought to life, and wooden accents have their day in the sun!

Pastels to Earthy Organic

Living Room with Neutral Colour PalettePhoto by Collov Home Design on Unsplash

Are pastel interiors passé? Well, as we move into 2021 and get a sense of what interior designers and homeowners alike are talking about, the answer leans more towards ‘yes’. The most sought-after colour palette of the year has everything to do with nature and earthy tones while pastel shades are being used sparingly to add subtle pops of colour to interior décor. The earthy organic colour palette creates a warm embrace in home interiors that also offers a relaxing calmness to the space. 

Encompassed by muddy browns and neutral shades, it is easy on the eyes, and soothing for the soul! The nature-inspired colour palette is completed by light leafy greens, rusty shades of orange, and pale red undertones. If you wish to incorporate pastel shades in the design, do so with minimal usage by adding pops of colour to your upholstery or furnishings. Remember, the key to achieving the perfect earthy organic interior décor in 2021 is to stick to matte finishes and avoid straying too far from each shade of the colour palette. 

Blue-Grey to Marble Colours

Two Gold Oval Mirrors Hanging On Marble Bathroom Wall above Bathroom SinksPhoto by Christian Mackie on Unsplash

Interior décor colour trends in 2021 are expected to include more texture while remaining grounded in nature. This is where marble stone colours and patterns will thrive! They possess the perfect textural blend of natural colours which are rich in pearly whites, light and charcoal greys, terracotta shades, black, nude pinks, and other earthy tones. Home interiors finished in marble shades and stone textures are great for neutralising existing colours such as blue-grey schemes, thus making it rather effortless to make the transition.

The material provides luxury to the room while the colour palette brings in some much needed zen. To add to that, virtually any hue on the colour spectrum wheel will complement marble interiors; of course, it’s all about keeping a natural tone with one or two pops of colours and dark accents to complete a modern industrial-style home. Interior design experts at Luxe Mirrors Australia advise keeping it simple and classy with your choice of wall mirrors so as to complement (and not upstage) the natural glaze of marble finishes.

Interior Décor Colour Trends 2021 – Main Factors

Here are the key takeaways to consider when decorating your home with the latest interior décor colour trends in 2021:

  • Earthy organic is in; all-consuming colour schemes are out
  • Transition to light and airy interiors with pops of colour and dark accents
  • Use neutral shades instead of pastels as a base colour
  • Flip the switch on monochromatic interiors and deep hues by selecting lighter tones on the same colour wavelength
  • Stark white and creamy-toned interiors can do with subtle colours in the form of nude shades
  • Choose an all-natural colour palette combined with modern/contemporary furnishing to complete a luxe interior design

If you’re looking to start the year off with a complete revamp of your home interiors, the lowdown on interior décor colour trends for 2021 from Luxe Mirrors Australia will surely keep you ahead of the game, and make it easy to transition from what was popular in 2020 to what’s new and soon to be trending in 2021!

Luxe Mirrors Australia is here to help you understand what needs to stay, what needs to change, and how to bring it all together to meet those 2021 interior décor colour trend goals!

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