5 min readBefore you roll a fresh paint color onto your walls, you may want to hear what designers have to say about the color trends for 2027. Experts agree that both warm neutrals (beyond basic eggshell white) and bold, expressive hues are here to stay. Many designers also point to paint’s growing role in connecting our homes to the great outdoors, with a variety of trending shades inspired by hues found in nature.
“We’re still seeing people gravitate toward grounded, mineral-inspired colors like dusty oxblood, clay browns, and softened terra cottas,” says Ansley Majit, founding principal of Lark + Palm. “These colors create warmth and feel connected to nature, which is something our clients really love. What feels new, though, is the need to stay within this palette. Instead, our clients are really responding to unexpected color pairings, like a dusty clay tone with a vibrant cobalt blue or an earthy brown paired with a sharp green. The trend feels less about a single trending color or colors and more about creating tension and personality through contrast.”
As “invisible wellness” continues to shape how homeowners reimagine their spaces, it’s no surprise the design world and its favored hues are evolving alongside it. Here are all of the shades that designers say will shape the color palette of 2027.
Dusty Pink
According to interior designer Marea Clark, blush-toned neutrals will be everywhere next year.
“Think soft mauves, dusty pinks, and warm undertones that read subtle, not sweet,” she says. “This color can bring a sense of colorful maturity to a room as it adds warmth and personality without being too crazy, offering a soothing, timeless addition,” designer Juliette Byrne adds. To get the look, try Sakura from House of Hackney or Farrow & Ball’s Setting Plaster as seen in the closet above.
Optimistic Yellow
We could all use and appreciate a sense of optimism these days, which makes this feel-good shade so powerful in the home.
“There’s a return to optimistic color yellows, like Farrow & Ball’s Babouche, that feel grounded rather than sharp and juvenile. These tones bring energy and warmth, especially in spaces meant to feel playful or communal,” designer Annie Downing says. “Color is being used more intentionally, often across entire rooms, to create warmth, depth, and a sense of lived-in comfort. I think there is a move toward historical colors and interiors that are very much inspired by British design.”
Grassy Green
Thankfully, no one seems to want to part with earthy tones, including all the variations of green.
“These colors are inspired by nature and help create a relaxing environment. With the growing focus on well-being, people want colors that feel peaceful and natural,” Byrne says, citing Sage Green by Little Greene and Lick’s Green 05 Rome House to try. “I consider many shades of green to be neutrals, perfect for layering. What I love to see is a dark, dusty green paired with vibrant blues, citron, or even neon yellows. It adds so much energy, feels completely unexpected, and is effortlessly cool,” Majit adds.
In the project above, Samantha Feuer, founder of Norris Studio, used Farrow & Ball’s Green Smoke on the walls and millwork, while the trim and baseboards were bathed in Farrow & Ball Studio Green. “The subtle shift in color depth frames the room, finishes the space, and provides a polish that elevates the overall impact. The difference is not something you would typically notice when you walk into a room and is almost imperceptible to the eye, but it makes a huge difference in how the space feels.”
Nuanced Gray
Grays can feel intriguing and beautiful when done well.
“I’m finding myself drawn back to more nuanced grays: tones with subtle blue or green undertones that feel both enveloping and refined,” Clark shares. “Shades like Sherwin-Williams’s Morning Fog or Portola Paints’s Narrows offer a cool, quiet depth, while Farrow & Ball’s French Gray brings in a softer, earthier warmth. What I love most is how these colors strike a balance—they’re moody and cocooning, yet still crisp, fresh, and incredibly livable.”
Deep Blue
Blue can act like a neutral, especially in deep, rich shades.
“They are more nuanced, less coastal, and more tailored. I think these shades work beautifully in bedrooms, offices, and other quieter spaces where you want a sense of calm without defaulting to a neutral or white,” Downing says.
“For a long time, it felt like every house had a room in a soft sage tone or a pale, classic blue. I think we are going to see less and less of that as people seek out deeper, more playful colors in their spaces [like] Benjamin Moore’s Dark Harbor,” Olivia Snow, founder of Mother’s Daughter, adds.
Vintage Red
Nostalgia will continue to be a key color theme in 2027, so vintage reds (think the color of your favorite aged vino) that harken back to the Art Deco era will be popular, according to Ashley Wilkins, founder of Islyn Studio.
“We are using a lot of colors with a sort of vintage, nostalgic feel. Portola Paints Meritage is a perfect example: a brick red softened with mauve that feels worn-in and timeless, yet still warm, inviting, and completely livable,” Wilkins says.
“Use rich colors in unexpected places, like in a dirty kitchen,” designer Brittny Button adds. “Go for a claret-like burgundy.” Her pick? Farrow & Ball’s Incarnadine.
Limewash Beige
Colormaxxing may be the 2026 interior term du jour, so for those seeking a quieter shade in 2027, go with warmer neutrals—think oat milk or a limewash beige—which give your walls a textural look, making them feel less boring. “[A] limewash beige paint shade adds balance to the space,” Button says. “The effect is a luxurious coziness done in an understated manner. Ultimately, there’s a real richness that this kind of textured wall creates.”
“After years of cool whites and grays, we think warmer neutrals will keep gaining momentum into 2027,” Jordan Slocum, cofounder of the Brownstone Boys, says. “They’re still versatile and easy to live with, but they have more dimension than a standard white wall. They also work especially well with natural materials like wood, stone, plaster, and unlacquered metals.” Try BEHR PRO’s French Beige or Color Atelier’s Wabi.
“Warm organic beige is less ‘soft’ and more quietly confident, which feels very appropriate for the moment for those who don't want to stand out but still have a point of view,” Alex Alonso, founder of Mr Alex Tate, says.
Blackberry
Designers predict rich berry tones will be the next juicy color trend from clients.
“I’ve been loving all shades of purple, but something about a punchier, vibrant tone with a hint of pink feels right. Think the color left by a blackberry stain,” says Snow. “Colors that I’m loving in this palette are Bordeaux Red by Benjamin Moore and a personal favorite called Love Affair also by Benjamin Moore that we just spec’d for a home office that we are excited about.”
Wild Oat
It’s no surprise that with both yellow and green shades on the “to-watch list” for next year, the next logical color conclusion is to have a combo of these in the home. Think: a paint that reads as bright yet neutral.
“A yellow-green, like Sherwin-Williams’s Rice Paddy, and a bold festival fuchsia are my ones to watch [for 2027],” says Alonso. “It brings this spontaneous, joyful energy that I think people are genuinely craving right now. A little more light-hearted and bolder for those with a lot to say, but nothing to prove.”
