From vibrant to minimalistic, a diverse set of colour trends have been reshaping interior spaces across Australia in 2025, as seen in some of the latest design.
Whether you're designing a new home or renovating an existing space, choosing the right colours is crucial to creating a space that complements your lifestyle and reflects your personality.
It’s in the new builds market where we particularly see trends emerging, with interior designers reflecting the latest styles that are capturing attention.
Based on what they’re seeing from clients and customers, paint brands will also offer their insights, highlight trending shades to guide homeowners on how to infuse various spaces – be it living rooms, kitchens, or bedrooms – with personality and cohesion.
And so far, the trends reflect a desire to bring warmth, nostalgia, and modern vibrancy into our homes.
We explore four major colour trends that are defining interiors in 2025.
1. Warm neutrals
Often seen as the backbone of a room's colour palette, warm neutrals offer a sense of peace and understated elegance.
Wattyl refers to these as the "new neutral," with shades like Warm Sand that complement natural, raw, and organic materials. This versatility makes them perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces alike.
Dulux’s offerings, such as Mellow Beige and Clay Pipe are part of the brand’s Still palette, which is described as a collection of calming neutrals with a subtle warmth.
Wattyl's Warm Sand swatch. Picture: Fenton & Fenton
Complementing this trend, Haymes Paint champions natural tones inspired by the diverse landscapes of Australia.
Sand Haze, inspired by the Great Ocean Road, is described as a “neutral feel” but has a desaturated quality which gives it a calming effect.
Taubmans also contributes to the warm neutral palette with options like Manhattan Snow and Stowe White, highlighting the enduring appeal and adaptability of warm neutrals.
2. Earth shades
A growing emphasis on sustainability and biophilic design has brought earthy shades to the forefront of interior design.
Haymes’ Daintree colour palette is inspired by one of the world’s oldest rainforests. While the dominant colour is green, there are a range of swatches with deep greens, mossy hues and earthy browns.
For example, Contrast is a yellow/green colour reminiscent of the Eucalyptus flower.
The Terracotta colour scheme as part of Sarazin's Murcia Residences in Queensland. Picture: realestate.com.au
Dulux’s Clay Court, also part of its Still collection and Faded Terracotta, part of the Recollect palette, which reflects an eclectic style, are some earthy tones that possess a grounding quality, serving as a gentle reminder of the beauty and serenity found in the natural world.
Terracotta is also a popular choice in new build colour palettes, with Murcia Residences in Queensland, for example, offering it as one of two styling options.
Wattyl’s focus on desert landscapes also introduces rich terracottas like Terracotta Tone, which offer depth and a full-bodied presence that both contrasts and complements softer tones.
It’s also described as an ideal backdrop for artworks and furniture, working well with pink and lavender pastels and mustard yellow and deep burgundy reds.
3. Rustic reds
Speaking of red, rustic reds can bring vibrancy and nostalgia to interior space. These shades create lively atmospheres that pay homage to craftsmanship and heritage, offering unique expressions as focal points.
The Terracotta Tone swatch from Wattyl. Picture: Fenton & Fenton
Dulux’s Recollection palette includes Red Clown and Auburn Flair, reflecting a connection to craftsmanship and heritage, perfect for creating focal points that demand attention.
As part of its 2025 colour forecast, the brand also noted that rich burgundies and wine hues will become more prominent throughout residential interior design.
Haymes taps into landscapes inspired by Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania, with deep reds that bring drama and warmth to any room.
For example, Worn Red has soft orange undertones that works well for colour drenching.
Taubmans has a range of reds suitable for any area of the house. Rebel Wine was listed in the brand’s 2025 Colour Trends guide as an ideal colour for living and theatre areas.
4. Dynamic blues
Dynamic blues are emerging as a significant trend in 2025, offering a range of tones that infuse interiors with energy and a modern twist.
A blue shade from Sherridon Homes' Lakeport home design. Picture: realestate.com.au
Dulux’s Justice, part of the Emerge palette, a collection of soft and mid-tone hues, captures this trend with its contemporary feel, evoking a sense of serenity mixed with a bold statement.
Haymes Paint explores vibrant blues in its Colours of Australia collection, with hues like Mindful, inspired by the Fleurieu Peninsula, and Faded Blue, ideal for serene sleeping spaces.
Sherridon Homes also shows off how blue can make a room feel both modern and comfortable, using it to great effect in a recent display for its Lakeport home design.
These blues are enhanced by their ability to integrate into fresh architectural designs, providing well-lit spaces with cool and calming presence.
Are you interested in exploring the latest designs? Visit our New Homes section.
This article was originally published on 16 May 2025 at 11:17am but has been regularly updated to keep the information current.
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