Walls and window frames painted in Resene SpaceCote Flat in Resene Rebel. Floor in Resene Walk-on tinted to Resene Tua Tua

Meet the understated new colour trend that has us embracing the darker side of life

art direction — Amber Armitage/ Marigold
Photography — Wendy Fenwick/ Flash Studios

Adding depth, contrast, and an unexpected hint of warmth to our interiors, deep, rich, chocolate brown hues are dominating the colour sphere this year — offering a novel take on neutral that’s anything but ordinary.

Walls painted in Resene SpaceCote Flat in Resene Rebel

The versatility of this particular shade allows for endless possibilities, and, as always, it’s to the experts at Resene that we turn for advice and inspiration. Here, the colour professionals suggest pairing opulent cocoa tones like Yogi and Scoria with plush furnishings and textiles to create a sophisticated scene, bringing an elevated ambience into living spaces.


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Walls painted in Resene SpaceCote Flat in Resene Rebel. Floor in Resene Walk-on tinted to Resene Tua Tua

Or, if it’s a more contemporary and pared-back vibe you’re looking to cultivate, look to the dark chocolate shades of Sambuca and Chocolate Brownie, perfectly complemented by earthy accents such as wood and stone to create a cosy, organic feel.

The office wall is painted in Resene SpaceCote Flat in Resene Yogi. Floor in Resene Walk-on tinted to Resene Tua Tua

And while chocolate browns can be used to striking effect in lounges and dining spaces, the deep tones are particularly perfect for giving bedrooms a comforting, intimate edge.

Resene
Colours To Try
Sambuca from Resene
Scoria from Resene
Brown Sugar from Resene
Triple Tea from Resene

Get The Look


Foscarini gregg grande alta table lamp from ECC
Francois Halard 3: A New Vision from Tessuti
B&B Italia Tortello Sofa from Matisse
CLYDE LOW TABLE from Ligne Roset
The wool shed by Sean Beldon from The Frame
Knoll Wassily Lounge Chair from Studio Italia
Female XI by Natasha Wright from Sanderson Contemporary
PASSE PASSE COAT RACK Ligne Roset
vase 1968 from ECC
Graypants Moon Table Lamp from ECC
Shoreline Sand Floor Rug from Baya
Le Sud: Recipes from Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur from Tessuti
Unearthed by Julie Cromwell from Sanderson Contemporary
ClassiCon Bibendum Armchair from Matisse
Astier de Villatte
Peggy Bonbonnière from Tessuti
Tom Dixon Beat Brass Floor Light from ECC
KASCHKASCH VASE from Ligne Roset

resene.co.nz/colorshops

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