Update Your Space Using One Of Joanna Gaines' Timeless Go-To Paint Colors
When speaking about curating the Castle Collection of paint shades for the Magnolia Home line with KILZ, design expert Joanna Gaines said that she thinks of the story she wants to tell in a space. "Paint is always the first thing that I have to decide, because that is what really sets the palette. It sets the mood for each space, and I wanted to be really intentional with the color," she said (via Better Homes & Gardens). Green, blue, and white are classic and versatile colors that have stood the test of time in interior design. They never seem to go out of style and provide a sense of elegance that can adapt to various design trends. According to Gaines, whites, greens, and blues are the types of shades you can always lean on.
White is a go-to neutral paint color because it's much more muted than bright white and therefore a perfect backdrop. Botanical greens, which are the more natural-looking shades, add some freshness and life to any wall they cover. Bold blues are on the darker and cooler side but are great for a sophisticated look. These colors can easily blend with different schemes, from traditional to modern and minimalistic to eclectic, and serve as excellent foundation shades to build your design around.
What these colors represent
Before you update your space using one of these timeless go-to paint colors, you need to know what they mean as that determines where they work best. White always evokes a sense of purity, cleanliness, and sophistication. It can make a space feel more open, airy, and spacious, which is why it is often used in smaller rooms or spaces with limited natural light. When choosing neutral whites, Joanna Gaines suggests a creamy, toned-down shade.
Natural shades of greens and blues have a calming effect. Their connection to nature brings a sense of harmony and balance into indoor spaces, promoting a more rejuvenating atmosphere. This association with relaxation and well-being makes them popular choices for bedrooms, bathrooms, and other safe havens in the home. Gaines thinks depth is the way to go with these two colors, from deep green shades for a natural effect to dark blues for a modern look. She also sees deep blue as a great color to experiment with when decorating. When talking about one of her blue paint shades, Gaines told Country Living, "Bedrooms are a great place to take a risk and use a little more color."
What you can do with these colors
Shades of neutral white, botanical green, and bold blue can be used on any wall because they are easy on the eye and effortless to combine with anything else in the room. If you want to create a palette of colors found in nature using natural green or neutral white, you have all the shades of yellows, reds, and browns at your disposal. If you want to maintain the serious nature of dark blue, you can use it as your main color and layer on simple neutrals like gray shades to maintain elegance.
You can also think beyond color. The versatility of these shades makes them great bases for varying textures and patterns, which allows you to experiment with lines, shapes, and fabrics. Even if you stick to one color, you can create an interesting space this way. Bring in the stripes, geometric patterns, furs, and velvets! Because these colors are great bases, they also make it easy to switch up the room often, letting you hop on any trends you want to incorporate.
Finally, when designing your room around these colors, don't be afraid to do something different. In fact, Joanna Gaines has noticed color tastes shift towards more personalization and experimentation. "I'm seeing more individuality and uniqueness in styles. I think people are kind of tired of that cookie cutter or doing what everyone else is doing," she told PureWow.