Global Color Trend Forecast - Antron

2017/18

Global Color Trend Forecast

Overview

Exploration is a key theme for 2017/18, continuing to drive and influence consumer trends. With a confident approach, we embrace the latest discoveries which will shape our future. What impact will these changes have on design and color on a global scale?

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GLOBAL COLOR TREND FORECAST 2017/18

Seasonal Overview

New discoveries are made as we further explore lesser known parts of our planet

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Seasonal Overview

Technological innovation brings us new materials for a heightened visual and tactile experience

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Corner light by Johanna Grawunder, image courtesy of the Carpenters Workshop Gallery


Seasonal Overview

Classicism in design helps provide a sense of stability and comfort in turbulent times

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Areaware www.areaware.com


Seasonal Overview

Immersed into a super digital world, we celebrate data, information and digital interferences

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Heitor Magno www.flickr.com/photos/heitorm


Seasonal Overview

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Aquatic Voyage

Infinite Shadow

Classic Allure

Coded Canvas


Trends Overview

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Trend One: Aquatic Voyage

Aquatic Voyage We explore the unknown capacity of our oceans Distortion and magnifications contribute to the celebration of this aquatic mood We discover strange and surreal material combinations

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Introduction


From the Sea Deep sea creatures provide color and material inspiration Glossy finishes and watery effects are key for surface treatments

Raimondo Fernandez Diez www.livinguw.com

Marinuse - (wild)life / Alamy

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ClassiCon www.classicon.com


Mood


Aqueous Atmospheres

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Mood

Oceanic Blues & Greens Dark Depths Luminescent Accents

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Colors


Glowing Brights Tonal Combinations Unexpected Contrasts

Jane Gould / Alamy

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Miguel A. Muñoz / Alamy


Combinations


Textural Elements Man-made and natural materials fuse to create unexpected surfaces

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Gloss and matt contrasts inform the depth of color and provide a luxurious edge

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Surfaces


Flowing Color Like inks bleeding through water, surfaces adopt gradient effects Slick liquids and glowing fibrous forms merge for a mystifying new aesthetic

"THE WIRE SEAT" by Alberto Biagetti, photo © Jonathan Frantini Courtesy of Memphis Milano www.memphis-milano.com

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Translations

Infinite Shadow 15


Trend Two: Infinite Shadow

Infinite Shadow Stripping back the excess, focus is placed on essential form and core structure Multiple opacities and layers are encouraged, with subtle metallics to reflect light

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Introduction


Pure & Weightless This story references microscopic imagery, x-ray visuals, delicate botanical anatomy and cellular motifs

Scott Camazine / Alamy

The feel is minimal, with a clean and scientific aesthetic allowing for a quiet moment of respite

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David Spriggs www.davidspriggs.com


Mood


Transparent Layers

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Mood

Cool Palette Intense Contrasts Anonymous Combinations

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Colors


Metallic Accents Light vs. Dark Harmonious Possibilities

David Spriggs www.davidspriggs.com

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Libby Stanion cargocollective.com/lrsdesign


Combinations


Shadows & Transparencies © Colour Hive

Mesh and woven thread structures give an ethereal mood Light and shadows are key in communicating this super lightweight and ‘barely-there’ feel

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Surfaces


Dimensional Structures Layering materials allows for multiple levels of transparency Smoky colors with green and purple undertones unite in this predominantly cool palette

UUfie www.uufie.com

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Translations

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Trend Three: Classic Allure

Classic Allure As we look for stability in turbulent times, a new form of classicism emerges Atmospheric and luxurious, this trend is key for home environments

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Introduction


New Classicism Architectural structures that stand the test of time are juxtaposed with organic inspiration such as fruits and vegetables Tom Dixon Bone Bowl, Trivet & Napkin Ring Image courtesy of Tom Dixon www.tomdixon.net

Tradition meets modernity in this intimate and sensual trend

James Tolich www.jamestolich.com

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Mood


Structural Elements

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Muller Van Severen www.mullervanseveren.be


Mood

Rich & Warm Elegant Combinations Organic Palette

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Colors


Long-lasting vs. Ephemeral Soft Pairings Natural Tones

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Combinations


Organic & Classic The natural skins of fruits and vegetables inspire rich color and soft textures

Lola Lely www.lolalelystudio.com

Highly skilled craftsmanship is appreciated once again through rich embroideries, textile weaves and parquets details

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Surfaces


Ordered & Sensual Aged materials and patina are encouraged, telling the story of time Regularity and structure are key, warm browns and rich purples combine with the brighter tones for rich contrasts

Miho Unexpected things www.mihounexpected.it photo © Colour Hive

James Tolich www.jamestolich.com

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Translations

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Trend Four: Coded Canvas

Coded Canvas We learn to embrace our super digital world of data and information overload with positivity Using interruptions and mistakes, we build landscapes in colored code

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Introduction


Celebrating Data Pixelated shapes and over-lapping layers give illusory depth to flat surfaces Manipulations and errors are encouraged in the making process, adding character and individuality

People's architecture www.peoples-architecture.com

Eric Forey www. kalaphoto.fr

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Mood

Illusory Depths

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Eleonore Delisse www.eleonoredelisse.com



Mood

Saturated Brights Energising Palette Playful Feel

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Colors


Dynamic Colors Gradient Effects Vibrant Contrasts

Priyanka Shah www.priyankashah.co.uk

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Germans Ermics www.germansermics.com


Combinations


Pixels & Microprints Suspended threads and woven grids direct form and pattern Layered mesh creates moiré effects, another physical interpretation of interrupted computer code

SHIMMER low table, design Patricia Urquiola, production GLAS ITALIA www.glasitalia.com

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Surfaces


Digital contrasts A blue-green spectrum, these saturated and bright hues retain a sophisticated feel, grounded with brown and navy New interrupted color bleeds and layering effect allows for transitional schemes © Colour Hive

Charlotte Kidger www.cargocollective.com/charlottekidger

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Translations

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Color Overview

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Color Overview

Yellows

Yellows gain in acidity and sharpness, illustrating the fresh feel of this forecast

2015/16

Daring and unexpected, these tones bring excitement and vibrancy to the overall palette

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Retroflow

Reds & Oranges

The earthy orange tones of 2015/16 are stripped away, making way for bolder tones

2015/16

Highly saturated and rich, these truer reds represent enthusiasm and passion

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2017/18


Retroflow

Pinks & Purples

Cool statement purples see a significant growth for 2017/18

2015/16

The softer tones provide a calming base, whilst the darker hues inspire imagination and help us look to the future with positivity

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2017/18


Retroflow

Blues

Bright and confident, the lighter and saturated blues of the forecast are reassuring, reminding us of the sky and the sea

2015/16

The darker tones however bring a intriguing and more intense depth to the palette

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2017/18


Retroflow

Greens

Pale greens provide a new alternative to neutrals giving a sense of quiet with an organic feel

2015/16

Ranging from turquoise to khaki, the rest of the green palette gains in saturation and remains key for 2017/18

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2017/18


Retroflow

Cool Neutrals

Cool neutrals remain important to anchor the brighter tones

2015/16

From almost-black navy through to mid-grey, these tones gain blue colored undertones for added depth

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2017/18


Retroflow

Warm Neutrals

The regained confidence in brighter colors sees this group decrease compared to 2015/16

2015/16

The warm neutrals take a darker and more saturated route for the future

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2017/18


Retroflow

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