Colours for a new era

Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 palettes reflect our desire to simplify our lives and boost our connection with nature and the people who matter most

As we navigate through another disruptive year, we ask: What do we really need to live well and what could we happily live without?

Dulux conducts year-round research into the latest interior trends set to influence New Zealand’s design. Dulux colour specialist Davina Harper says future trends will involve surrounding ourselves with comfort and things that are not only beautiful but also enhance our wellbeing. The Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 comprises three exciting palettes:

1 Wonder

Wonder is a palette of unbridled joy, featuring light pastels and playful, summery hues such as cornflower blue, lilac, lemon, green quartz and rose gold. There’s an optimistic feeling that better days are ahead. Think quaint florals with eclectic colours and checks paired with sleek, contemporary furniture.

2 Restore

The Restore palette consists of gentle, earthy neutrals alongside more rugged, natural tones; butter cream, pumice, airy blue, clay and rich forest green. These colours speak of restrained minimalism and soothe our senses. Furniture is chunky and reassuring, with often imperfect shapes.

3 Flourish

With ripe, bolder colours such as petrol blue, desert red and dusty rose alongside pops of vintage gold, the Flourish palette captures adventure and passion for life. Interiors are layered and expressive with decadent fabrics such as velvet, silk and buttery-soft leather.