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Colour drenching is a powerful interior design technique that brings cohesion, mood, and drama to a space by enveloping it in a single colour or a pair of harmonious tones. From walls and ceilings to furniture and textiles, each surface is thoughtfully layered in colour to create a fully immersive, cocooning effect.
After gaining popularity in 2024, this trend continues to evolve in 2025. Designers are now embracing techniques such as double drenching, where two related shades are used for a striking, tonal effect, and material drenching, which introduces coloured woods, tiles, and finishes to deepen texture and visual interest. These layered approaches bring warmth and sophistication to both modern and traditional interiors.
Photo Sources: Amy Studebaker Design & Architectural Digest
Photo Sources: Amy Studebaker Design & Architectural DigestWhy Colour Drenching Works
A Seamless, Sophisticated Look
Using one continuous hue across walls, trims, ceilings, and furnishings creates a fluid visual effect. This can make small rooms feel expansive and large rooms feel more intimate and grounded.
Visual Depth Through Finish
Maintaining a single colour while playing with different finishes—such as matte walls paired with satin trim or gloss cabinetry—adds subtle dimension and tactile richness.
Mood and Emotion
Colour sets the tone of your space. Lighter tones create a sense of calm and spaciousness, while deeper hues bring drama, comfort, and depth.
Design Tip: Start small. A powder room, hallway, or reading nook is the perfect place to try colour drenching in a way that feels bold yet approachable.
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Photo Source: Farrow and Ball and SchumacherCurated Colour Drenching Collections
Colour continues to influence not just how a space looks, but how it makes us feel. In 2025, the most inspiring interior palettes—forecast by WGSN and Coloro—embrace emotion-led design and colour psychology. Our Curated Colour-Themed Collections help you bring these tones home with ease.
Use the Filter tab on the left-hand side of our online shop to browse by colour and discover beautiful pieces designed to help you layer tone, texture, and material into your space.
Green:
from sage to olive, green promotes calm, renewal, and connection to nature. A timeless choice for kitchens, bedrooms, and entryways.
Earth Tones:
Terracotta, clay, and sunbaked ochre bring warmth and rustic elegance. Ideal for grounding neutral schemes or Mediterranean-inspired spaces.
White:
Clean, timeless, and endlessly versatile, white enhances natural light and pairs beautifully with layers of texture.
Black:
Bold and elegant, black adds contrast and definition. Use it in tonal schemes for a dramatic, design-led finish.
Blue:
From dusty sky tones to deep navy, blue evokes calm and clarity. A perfect choice for coastal, classic, or serene interiors.
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Rich tones like chocolate and walnut create a grounded, cosy feel. Perfect for adding warmth through timber, textiles, and decor.
Warm Neutrals:
Think chalky whites, soft beige, and warm greige. These shades offer a calm foundation that complements both minimal and collected interiors.
Pink:
From soft blush to muted rose, pink brings a sense of warmth, charm, and elegance. Ideal for bedrooms, powder rooms, or as a gentle accent in neutral spaces.
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Photo Source: via Elle DecorEmerging Trends: Drenching with Pattern, Texture, and Material
Colour drenching no longer stops at paint. Designers are now embracing the full potential of pattern and material to deepen the impact of a tone-on-tone space.
Pattern Drenching
Layer printed or woven textiles—such as cushions, rugs, and curtains—in the same colour family. Subtle variations in pattern or texture keep the look rich and dynamic.
Material Drenching
Extend your colour palette through furniture, cabinetry, ceramics, and architectural features. Painted timber, stone, rattan, and stained finishes can echo your wall colour while adding a grounded, tactile feel.
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Photo Source: Mark D. Sikes
