Decorating Color Color Schemes 9 Designer Color Palettes By Caitlin Sole Caitlin Sole Caitlin Sole is the senior home editor at BHG. She is a writer and editor with nearly a decade of interior design expertise. She has vast experience with digital media, including SEO, photo shoot production, video production, eCommerce content, print collaboration, and custom sales content. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on August 14, 2022 Trending Videos Close this video player Are you craving a colorful new look but are stumped about where to start? We asked a handful of designers to share the color palettes they're using now to give rooms a refresh. (We've given the paint match for each color so you can use the paint chips to coordinate fabric, furniture, and more.) 01 of 12 Ann Fox's Juicy Citrus Ann says: This is a palette that just makes a person happy—it's great for a room that has no rules, such as a home office. Try it with white-washed furniture. Walls: Benjamin Moore Sweet Pear 389 Accent wall or painted furniture: Benjamin Moore Tuscan Coral 005 Fabric accent: Benjamin Moore Florida Pink 1320 Accent furniture: Benjamin Moore Sweet Vibrations 391 02 of 12 BONUS: Must-Know Rules for Using Color Watch and learn how to use color like a pro. 03 of 12 Katie Lydon's New Pink Katie says: This is a rich gray that looks great with white trim. You can change the accent colors and therefore, the whole feel of the room without a huge expense. Walls: Benjamin Moore Smoke Embers AC-28 Upholstery: Benjamin Moore Natural Cream OC-14 Painted coffee table or other accent: Benjamin Moore Van Buren Brown HC-70 Pillows: Benjamin Moore Rose Silk 2104-60 Small accents: Metallic silver Visit Katie Lydon's site 04 of 12 Mimi McMakin's Brights Mimi says: This combination of colors would bring the memory of summer days, year-round: a soft turquoise-y blue ceiling, light citrusy green walls, bright white trim, pale yellow chintz fabric on the furniture, with some bright pops of pink on pillows or accessories. Walls: Benjamin Moore Lemon Freeze 2025-50 Ceiling: Benjamin Moore Innocence 2055-70 Upholstery: Benjamin Moore Lemonade 2024-60 Small accents: Benjamin Moore Hot Lips 2077-30 Visit Mimi McMakin's site 05 of 12 Gunkelman's Updated Classic Tom Gunkelman says: This is a classic palette but has a fresh overall feeling with the two accent colors: steel blue and yellow. Soft green walls make a perfect backdrop; it's nature's color. Walls: Benjamin Moore Hampton Green 2150-50 Ceiling and trim: Benjamin Moore Cloud White 967 Large accent color: Benjamin Moore Charlotte Slate AC-24 Upholstered furniture: Benjamin Moore Bleeker Beige HC-80 Small accent (pillows): Benjamin Moore Yellow Rain Coat 2020-40 06 of 12 Ann Fox's Warm Seaglass Ann says: Being a native Texan, I can't get enough of cool beach glass tones. This scheme is a bit of a twist (and maybe a bit more livable) than the usual beach room. It's not quite as icy. Walls: Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace OC-65 Ceiling: Benjamin Moore Seabrook 750 Upholstery (sofa): Benjamin Moore Sweet Daphne 529 Accents: Benjamin Moore Seaside Blue 2054-50 Accents: Benjamin Moore Beverly Hills 180 07 of 12 Constance Ramos' Seaside Constance says: My go-to color right now is blue. It reminds me of the sea and the sky—and endless opportunities. Walls: Valspar Seaside Villa SR204 Drapes, wall textiles, sofa: Valspar Dockside Haze SR206 Large accent: Valspar Thunder Gray SR210 Trim and painted pieces: Valspar Fishnet SR310 Accent: Benjamin Moore Sweet Butter 171 Accent: Metallic silver 08 of 12 Patrice Cowan Bevans' Rich Elegance Patrice Cowan Bevans created a palette for everyone with a brown sofa. The pale green beautiful contrasts dark upholstery; a dose of red energizes it. Walls: Benjamin Moore Spring Dust 2150-40 Ceiling: Benjamin Moore Rainforest Dew 2146-50 Upholstery: Benjamin Moore Bittersweet Chocolate 2114-10 Trim: Benjamin Moore Linen White 912 Painted accent or fabric: Benjamin Moore Pinata 007 Visit Patrice Cowan Bevans' site 09 of 12 Kishani Perera's Poppy Kishani says: This palette is bold yet no one color is overpowering. However, you do need high-impact white and black accents—a sofa, chair, rug, or cabinetry, for example—for a visual break. Walls: Benjamin Moore Old Claret 2083-30 Painted piece: Benjamin Moore Purple Easter Egg 2073-50 Accent: Benjamin Moore Butterscotch 2157-30 Accent: Benjamin Moore Butter 2023-60 Visit Kishani's site 10 of 12 Liz Levin's Fresh Neutrals Liz says: Neutral color schemes are elegant and timeless—so calming at times they can put you to sleep. But not this one! A bold jolt of color (fuchsia) is refreshing in an energizing way; it gives a neutral room a shot in the arm. Walls: Benjamin Moore Manchester Tan HC-81 Accent wall color: Benjamin Moore Jamesboro Gold HC-88 Furniture or large accent: Benjamin Moore Falcon Brown 1238 Upholstered chair or pillows: Benjamin Moore Night Flower 1344 Small accent: Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17 Visit Liz's site 11 of 12 More Palettes Browse more designer color palettes. Get started! 12 of 12 BONUS: Our 2015 Color Palette of the Year Take a bold color adventure with our Color Palette of the Year. See the colors in action. Was this page helpful? 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