Palette cleanser: Aussie scrap minimalism for bold colour

Dulux Colour Forecast 2027’s Treasure palette featuring Dulux Murray Red (walls and ceiling) and Dulux Bone White (window trimming). Styling: Bree Banfield. Photo: Lisa Cohen Australian homes are expected to be awash in bright tones in 2027, with the Dulux Colour Forecast predicting calming blues, botanical greens and jewel-like shades will be on trend as stark minimalism continues to fade in popularity. The Dulux Colour Team’s 2027 forecast features greens, crimsons, browns and blues divided into three distinct palettes – Play, Treasure and Sensory. Dulux colour marketing lead, Lilybet Holt said each palette reflected a universal craving for authenticity, meaningful connections and the celebration of life’s spontaneous moments. “As we become increasingly technologically sophisticated, many of us are also feeling more socially disconnected,” she said. “In a world shaped by algorithms, endless content and digital noise, there is a growing sense of sameness and overstimulation. “The palettes reflect an urgent desire to create spaces that feel more personal, expressive and deeply human.” Dulux Colour Forecast 2027’s Play palette featuring Dulux Powder Blue Half (cabinetry), Dulux Albe...