This week, Akzo Nobel unveiled their annual Colour of the Year 2026 – a forecast of which shades will shape our interiors in the coming year. The chosen hue is a deep blue called Free Groove, paired with a light and a dark supporting shade – Mellow Flow and Slow Swing. Blue is regarded as a base color for the popular browns that dominate today’s furniture and interiors. Together they form the Family of Blues, a palette that proves just how versatile and atmospheric blue can be. These colors act as an antidote to our hectic lives. News, notifications, and emails keep us constantly engaged day and night. Yet that relentless stream of information and connection also sparks another craving: the need for balance. We want to slow down, catch our breath, and create a place where we can recharge.
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