PANTONE recently announced Mocha Mousse as the 2025 Color of the Year, and this rich, warm hue simultaneously brings to mind both luxury and comfort. Along with giving us a craving for real mocha mousse, the PANTONE announcement offers us a chance to reflect on how we incorporate this color scheme into our designs as well as how this shade fits into what we are forecasting trends for 2025.
We love bursts of color at SHID, yet we often find ourselves anchoring rooms with neutral tones. There is something classic and soothing about creating a neutral palette by blending elements such as wood floors, paneling, and furniture. In order to create rooms that are intriguing visually and texturally, we juxtapose these grounding (and natural) components with crisp whites or patterns incorporating an array of shades.
Neutral tones allow for versatility in interior design, as you can easily incorporate them in a variety of unique designs. We use neutrals often in our designs, such as this powder room, and the open concept kitchen, and study below. While they differ quite a bit in purpose and aesthetics, all use neutrals as a strong and timeless base. Adding detail, texture, and color allows us to craft distinct spaces that reflect the personalities and sensibilities of the room’s inhabitants.
Warm neutrals like the Mocha Mousse palette imbue spaces with a cozy yet indulgent vibe. Pairing them with cooler neutrals (such as tans and creams) make spaces feel elegant and calm. However, incorporating these hues within a palette that includes floral shades creates a contrast that feels vibrant and playful without being oversaturated or distracting.
