Trend Forecast: 2024 Colors and Palettes

Tone-on-Tone Themes

Tone-on-tone color palettes are about to take over homes inside and outside. “Spaces that play with colors within one family look sophisticated and effortlessly chic,” says Greg Voorhis, executive design director at Sunbrella. “Tone-on-tone layering through texture, patterns, and materiality is an approachable style for those who may not feel experienced in interior design but are looking to elevate their homes.”

Shades of Green

“Adjacent to the sustainability trend, we anticipate shades of green being very popular in 2024,” say Amanda Gunawan and Joel Wong of OWIU Design. “Depending on the shade, green can be used as a base neutral. A really dark forest green can read black. A light mint green could read white depending on the lighting and what colors you pair next to them.”

Bold Hues as Neutrals

Green isn’t the only color we’ll see add intrigue in place of expected neutrals. “Bold hues that can act as neutrals throughout a home will be making a comeback. Deep greens, khakis, marigold, and rich purples like eggplant and plum can all act as a neutral. “I can see my clients wanting to use these statement hues in entrance spaces or in smaller spaces.” says Jodi Berger of JLA Designs.

Warm, Earthy Color Palettes

Many designers are seeing continued interest in earthy colors that create warmth.

“Trends have continued to shift away from cooler gray tones toward warmer color palettes found in nature,” adds designer Lisa Schwert of Innate Studio. “I love a palette that changes with natural light; you’re never sure what color it is.”

Moody Blacks

Designers will favor shades of black over lighter neutrals as the dominant color in interiors. “Small bathrooms and kitchens are going to start using this strong accent color as the main hue for a space,” says Linda Hayslett of LH.Designs. “Homeowners are embracing this dark color because moodiness is more appealing to people for their homes in 2024.”

Alluring Pinks

Prepare to see sophisticated shades of pink used in less traditional ways. “Pink is making its way into the realm of contemporary style, and 2024 will take it there,” Hayslett adds. “Gone are the days that it’s a girly color. It’s more interesting today with soft mauve hues and medium tones that have hints of brown in it.”

Soothing Blues

While there’s a collective yearning for warmth in color, don’t discount cool, calm blues. “Blue is timeless and never really goes out of style but will be especially popular since Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams, and Valspar all named different shades of blue as their 2024 color,” says Molly Torres Portnof of DATE Interiors. “I love how blue rooms are both serene and energized.”