What Colours Will We Want in 2023? Maison & Objet Reveals All
Nuanced jade, soft pinks and beiges, and blocks of purples and oranges offer colourful salves to troubled times
Colour was at the heart of the new edition of the Maison & Object trade fair (held from 8 to 12 September 2022), which brings together professionals in interior design twice a year in Paris, France. “Today colour is a powerful antidote against the incessant waves of crises, but also against a tendency to standardise aesthetic codes internationally,” said trend forecaster Elizabeth Leriche in the introduction to ‘Colour Power’, her exhibition in this edition of the fair’s ‘What’s New’ space. Houzz editors explored this colourful environment to bring you the newest trends in the use of colours in interiors.
Air de Fête collection, Casamance, Maison & Objet 2022.
Leriche’s chosen palette comprises green, purple and mauve, highlighted by a touch of yellow ochre. This is a combination we also saw at the Casamance stand, for example in the hues of this nature-inspired wallpaper pattern.
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Leriche’s chosen palette comprises green, purple and mauve, highlighted by a touch of yellow ochre. This is a combination we also saw at the Casamance stand, for example in the hues of this nature-inspired wallpaper pattern.
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Jade nuances
Still sought-after and popular in interiors, greens appeared in elements of various collections presented at the fair. Trend forecaster François Bernard, who put together the ‘Kaleidoscope’ exhibit within the ‘What’s New’ space, nonetheless chose to foreground one particular hue: jade.
“Like celadon, jade comprises a very broad spectrum: it is more or less grey- or blue-tinged, and more or less green.” This shade is notably used in tableware, decorative glass or synthetic materials.
Still sought-after and popular in interiors, greens appeared in elements of various collections presented at the fair. Trend forecaster François Bernard, who put together the ‘Kaleidoscope’ exhibit within the ‘What’s New’ space, nonetheless chose to foreground one particular hue: jade.
“Like celadon, jade comprises a very broad spectrum: it is more or less grey- or blue-tinged, and more or less green.” This shade is notably used in tableware, decorative glass or synthetic materials.
From mauve to purple
We saw them appearing in small details in previous editions of Maison & Objet: mauves and purples are more and more present in the stands of various brands, whether in decor accessories, colour blocking on walls or contrasted with other bold colours.
We saw them appearing in small details in previous editions of Maison & Objet: mauves and purples are more and more present in the stands of various brands, whether in decor accessories, colour blocking on walls or contrasted with other bold colours.
Yellow ochre
Ochre-tinged yellows brighten this palette, bringing in lots of light without taking centrestage. They introduce the spectrum of oranges Bernard mentioned in an interview with Houzz.
Ochre-tinged yellows brighten this palette, bringing in lots of light without taking centrestage. They introduce the spectrum of oranges Bernard mentioned in an interview with Houzz.
From brick to burgundy
These are also more bold tones, going from lively and dynamic orange to brick. Relative newcomers on the scene this year, we saw brick and burgundy often in the stands of this September 2022 edition of the fair.
These are also more bold tones, going from lively and dynamic orange to brick. Relative newcomers on the scene this year, we saw brick and burgundy often in the stands of this September 2022 edition of the fair.
Soft pink
Following the monochrome trend that we’ve been observing for several years, brick and burgundy have found their counterparts in the lighter shades of soft, pale pinks. These pastel hues bring in the softness we are currently seeking in our interiors.
Following the monochrome trend that we’ve been observing for several years, brick and burgundy have found their counterparts in the lighter shades of soft, pale pinks. These pastel hues bring in the softness we are currently seeking in our interiors.
In this trend towards calmer decor, pinks are tending towards very light and barely pigmented, almost beige shades.
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New wallpaper collection from Papermint, presented at Maison Objet 2022.
All-out beige
Beige is making its big comeback to suit our desire for more and more pure and timeless interiors. For Bernard, beiges are very present alongside brown and “evoke the colours of the skin … We need these extensions of ourselves into our surroundings, placing the physical resonances of beige against the dematerialisation of the age,” he says.
All-out beige
Beige is making its big comeback to suit our desire for more and more pure and timeless interiors. For Bernard, beiges are very present alongside brown and “evoke the colours of the skin … We need these extensions of ourselves into our surroundings, placing the physical resonances of beige against the dematerialisation of the age,” he says.
Colour Power by Elizabeth Leriche, Maison & Objet 2022.
Blue contrasts
Here’s another colour we have yet to mention, but which nonetheless still has a place among interior decor and furniture this year: blue. “Another favourite combination associates geometric appliqué with undulatory curves in tones of electric blue, burgundy or light blue,” says Leriche, describing her exhibit.
Blue contrasts
Here’s another colour we have yet to mention, but which nonetheless still has a place among interior decor and furniture this year: blue. “Another favourite combination associates geometric appliqué with undulatory curves in tones of electric blue, burgundy or light blue,” says Leriche, describing her exhibit.
Diffused colours
To finish off, let us go back to another technique mentioned by Leriche. “Diffused colours are a must for this season. Their hues evoke daybreak and dawn, but also a rainbow palette, with halos of pleasant effects,” Leriche told Houzz in our interview with the two trend forecasters about the top colour trends for 2023.
Your turn
Which colours are your favourites for interiors? Tell us in the Comments, like this story, save the images, and join the conversation.
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If neutrals are more your thing, check out this story: How to Keep Your Home’s White Spaces Pristine
To finish off, let us go back to another technique mentioned by Leriche. “Diffused colours are a must for this season. Their hues evoke daybreak and dawn, but also a rainbow palette, with halos of pleasant effects,” Leriche told Houzz in our interview with the two trend forecasters about the top colour trends for 2023.
Your turn
Which colours are your favourites for interiors? Tell us in the Comments, like this story, save the images, and join the conversation.
More
If neutrals are more your thing, check out this story: How to Keep Your Home’s White Spaces Pristine
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Colour blocking
One of the techniques Leriche highlighted in her exhibition is colour blocking, the practice of juxtaposing blocks of contrasting colours for original and joyful interiors. Balancing these bold combinations, the trend forecaster also spoke of monotone or ombré palettes, which centre on softer transitions.