Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2021
Start the new year with a colorful burst of creativity. Every January, The Pantone Color Institute announces their choice for color of the year. The selection, undertaken after careful analysis of global trends, serves as an inspiration for interior designers, product manufacturers, photographers, and more.
The combination of Illuminating Yellow and Ultimate Grey is this year’s selection. Together, they symbolize hope and resilience. Illuminating Yellow channels the uplifting power of sunshine. Ultimate Grey is as sturdy and dependable as stone itself.
Pantone’s selection has always had great application in interior design. This kitchen above is a perfect example of this combo’s creative sparkle. The design is a well-engineered balance. The rooted-ness of the grey cabinets, with their steady and calm demeanor, have an active role when paired with the excitement and energy of the yellow.
Here’s a variation on the basic theme in a commercial space. The tones are a little different, but the effect is much the same. The power and energy of the yellow is seen in the dining space. The soothing neutral grey tone in the waitstaff area adds a necessary anchor. Notice also the stone elements in the garden outside. They perfectly echo the stabilizing wall in the front.
It’s not just activating the grey; it’s also about re-framing the yellow. If yellow gets you thinking of bananas, citrus fruits, and all sorts of nervous excitement, then notice how the Ultimate Grey brings out a different dimension for the color. When paired with the more neutral tone, yellow projects a soft warmth. This lovely sofa has an alluring and inviting aura in this cool grey room. The designers have created a neutral-toned decor that brings focus to the textures of the rug, as well as that comfortable-looking fabric upholstery.
But what if you are looking less for calm, and instead you want more excitement? That’s the beauty of of this versatile combination! When this combo captures the sunlight, they imbue spaces with a playful energy. Celebrate the joys of life and invite warmth and light into your home. When it comes to this power combo, we encourage you to think beyond just interiors. Try on the look yourself and channel great vibes for your 2021!
