The company notes that the Flourish, Restore and Wonder palettes “will reflect our desire to simplify our lives and boost our connection with nature and the people and experiences that matter most”. The colour predictions are led by a team including Dulux colour specialist, Davina Harper, in conjunction with colour forecaster and stylist, Bree Leech.

Harper says that the ups and downs of recent times have caused us to questions what is really important to us. “Living through a pandemic has made us feel even more connected to our homes. When it comes to future trends, comfort is key. We want our living spaces to calm and nurture us, so we can process everything we’ve experienced over the last year, and at the same time, help us rediscover our zest for life looking forward.”

The three palettes are “drawn from the landscape” and “feature warm tones, sensual, deep decadent hues and joyful, nature-inspired pastels”, according to Dulux.

Restore

“The Restore palette consists of gentle, earthy neutrals alongside more rugged, natural tones; buttercream, pumice, airy blue, clay, rich forest green, moss and purple-black. These colours speak of restrained minimalism, soothing our senses and providing the soft backdrop needed to adjust to constant changes in our lives,” Dulux says.

“This palette is inspired by our innate need for authentic connection and experience,” says Davina Harper. “Interiors have become our cocoon and a place where we can practice wellness and self-care rituals. We’re choosing less, however, focusing on more quality items that last and provide comfort above all else.”

Flourish

Dulux says, “With ripe, bolder colours such as petrol blue, desert red and dusty rose alongside pops of vintage gold, the Flourish palette captures our new-found sense of adventure and passion for life. Interiors are layered, expressive and unapologetically individual, with decadent fabrics such as velvet, silk and buttery-soft leather, paired with one-off vintage finds.

“It’s a look for those who want to re-write design rules,” says Harper. “As we move towards more freedoms, these colours enrich our feelings of empowerment and spark our imagination. With this comes unrestricted expression, inclusivity and a celebration of the diversity in our community.”

Wonder

“Wonder is a palette of unbridled joy,” the forecast reports, “featuring light pastels and playful, summery hues such as cornflower blue, lilac, lemon, green quartz and rose gold. Together, they evoke a cheerful and optimistic feel with a strikingly clear message: better days lie ahead.”

Harper notes, “These colours set the stage for regeneration and growth, with unexpected tones drawn from the natural world around us. As we add more colour to our interiors, our imaginations are rekindled.”

Find out more about the 2022 Dulux Colour forecast and explore the full palettes at dulux.co.nz.

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^{Top image credits: Left – Wall, Dulux Waiau Bay Half. Objects from left: Curved bench by Kristina Dam, In Good Company; Hay W&S Chamber Vase in light beige, DesignStuff; Handbuilt Sculptural Vessel 25, Deborah Sweeney; Book, Stylist. Right – Wall, Dulux Wigram. Objects from left: Turned Timber Bowl by Makiko Ryujin, Craft Vic; Slow sand Sculpture by Karlien Van Rooyen & Jarrah Pitcher Sculpture, Modern Times; “Night 1” Original Artwork by Phoebe Halpin, Studio Gallery.}