The Morning Journal (Lorain, OH)

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Over the past year, architectu­ral design saw a surge in natureinsp­ired, earth tones, such as calming shades of blue and green. Homeowners can expect this trend to continue into the coming months, but with warmer, richer colors.

This ongoing interest in warm neutrals with earthy undertones and pink and blush shades is likely to be increasing­ly popular in 2023 as homeowners become more adventurou­s with their color choices as a form of creative expression.

Trending Colors

Selecting the right colors for your home project is often influenced by both your personal preference­s and the latest design trends. Some contempora­ry options to consider include

■ Earth Tones: Warmer, naturalloo­king earth tones are versatile, working seamlessly with just about any design or architectu­ral style of home. Some trending hues include muted terracotta, green, yellow and plum.

■ Warm Neutrals: Although they’re not typically used as statement colors, warm neutrals bring a sense of comfort while also offering an inviting, blank canvas to let individual­ity flow freely. Ontrend options include shades of dark brown, caramel, tan or offwhite.

■ Rich, Dark Colors: These deep, saturated hues can make a house stand out and look more modern while still offering a nod to warmer hues. Chocolate brown, brick red or dark jade are popular choices for those who prefer rich hues.

Pink and Blush Shades: Various shades of pink, rose and blush will be increasing­ly popular choices for homeowners exuding a greater sense of selfexpres­sion. ,In home design, look for these colors to appear in coral, pink, redorange, raspberry or blush tones.

■ Sweet Pastels: There are signs homeowners are ready to bring colors back into their homes. Expect to see sweet pastel shades like soft pink, mint green and light purple in furniture, decor and accessorie­s.

Materials with Texture

With warm neutrals and earth tones dominating the color palette, both interior and exterior design will depend heavily on texture to add definition. More design choices will move away from faux finishes and instead focus on natural and authentic looks, many of which can be achieved through brick and stone.

Brick and stone give designers options for adding depth and dimension, integratin­g a play on light and shadows with a variety of textural elements.

Brick carries a sense of tradition, character and timelessne­ss while also serving as a popular choice for homeowners due to its design flexibilit­y. Qualities such as lowmainten­ance, resilience, durability, sustainabi­lity and beauty make brick an option that allows homeowners to balance function with appearance.

Homeowners can find more than 600 brick and stone products with GlenGery’s extensive product line that offers endless design possibilit­ies and timeless beauty. )rom handmade to glazed bricks and everything in between, these building products come in a diverse array of colors, textures and sizes, making it easy to personaliz­e living spaces with the latest design and color trends.

Try a virtual design tool like Picture Perfect, which can help you visualize projects, or find other style inspiratio­n at glengery.com.

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