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IMPROVING
Glamour’s dreamy pastel Nutmeg Dust (O3-C2-2) with metallic décor ele-
ments and natural touches invite glamour and feminine sophistication.
building a signature palette. Adaptable
and contemporary, it’s perfect for the
classically decorated home as it pairs
with brights and pastels. Partnered
with whites and blonde wood tones,
it also invites a clean, clear and calm
Scandinavian aesthetic. Katlego says, “In
contrast to other cooler shades of grey,
Ravine (62) is a neutral hue that adds
warmth to space. We suggest painting
it in our premium Cashmere product
for an elegant transformation and a
luxuriously minimal look that anyone
will love.”
With restrained core neutrals such as
Nutmeg Dust (O3-C2-2) and Oyster
Catcher (Y2-B2-3), the Glamour story
is decidedly summery and appeals to
confident and creative souls. The use
of colour is indulgent and accessories
are treasured collector’s pieces gathered
Less is more
with the
Minimal
colour
story. This
bathroom
is a modern
sanctuary
treated in
Daiquiri
Cream
(G4-B2-3)
and Storm
(B4-E1-4).
over time. Katlego states, “Teamed with
feel-good modern pastels, bold pops of
colour, natural and metallic elements this
elegant colour story is for the globally
connected and extroverted individual
who enjoys considered opulent touches.”
Mature, dramatic and autumnal with
an emphasis on simple pleasures, the
Luxury colour story speaks to cocooning,
emotional intelligence and mindfulness.
Ravine (62) and Berry Good (P1-A2-
3) work well with Black Bean (71) and
Beeswax Candle (Y1-B1-1), for a look
that takes us back to a slower pace where
old world values take centre stage. “Slow
living takes centre stage here where
taking the time for simple pleasures like
taking a bath or reading a book are seen
as luxurious,” says Katlego.
The Colour Forecast’s wintry Urban
colour story speaks to the ultimate
Youthful primaries
such as Yellow
Jubilee (Y2-A1-1)
elevate industrial
Bovine (47) and
Silver (38) in the
Urban colour story
in this industri-
al-looking space
urban home, edited with clean lines
and no clutter. Cementitious Silver (38)
and gritty Bovine (47) are the neutrals
which are brought to life with rich blues,
reds and yellows such as Pristine Blue
(B4-A1-1), Red Flame (R7-A1-1) and
Yellow Jubilee (Y2-A1-1). The Minimal
colour story features bright futuristic
neutrals reminiscent of Spring. Daiquiri
Cream (G4-B2-3) and Meadow Yellow
(Y4-A2-2) teamed up with refined
shades such as Atlantic Ocean (B2-C1-
1) or sensorial Night’s Cloak (P1-C1-1)
set the scene for an upbeat colour story
that provides warmth in the absence of
‘stuff ’. About the Minimal and Urban
colour stories Katlego comments,
“Living in urban areas means we live in
smaller spaces and this is driving people
to embrace smaller homes that are
Warmth and introspection - deep
brown Black Bean (71) casts a
serious tone that is lifted with
textural elements that inspire
luxury and balance in the Luxury
colour story.
functionally designed to do more with
less. Ensuring your space is streamlined
and functional will be a major advantage
for buyers in the future.”
Utilising Plascon’s 2019 Colour
Forecast not only helps with choosing
colours for your space but also future
proofs your home to ensure an easy
sale when it’s time to move on. Katlego
sums it up: “Our colour stories were
formulated as a guide to help you create
beautiful homes where we feel confident
and happy. By selecting colours that are
on trend and suit general societal trends
it’s now easier than ever to future proof
your home for the next buyer as well.”
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