Why This Bold Design Trend Is Taking Over Interiors
If you’ve been scrolling through design inspo or visiting the latest home showcases, you’ve likely noticed one striking trend making waves: color drenching.
Far from the minimalist whites and neutral palettes of the past decade, color drenching is about embracing bold, rich tones — and committing to them completely. But what exactly is it, and how can you use it to create unforgettable spaces in your home or commercial project?
What Is Color Drenching?
Color drenching means choosing a single color and applying it across an entire room — walls, trim, ceiling, furniture, even decor.
Rather than breaking up a space with contrasting tones or accent walls, you fully immerse the room in one hue.
This technique creates a cohesive, dramatic, and often luxurious feel. It can make a space feel:
- Larger, by eliminating visual breaks
- Cozy, with deep, moody colors
- Fresh and vibrant, with light or bright tones
- Sophisticated and modern, depending on your color and finish choices
Why Is Color Drenching Trending?
Designers are moving away from all-white everything toward more layered, dynamic looks.
Personality and boldness are back in interiors — homeowners want spaces that feel curated and expressive.
Rich colors evoke mood — from calm to energetic — making them a perfect tool for creating atmosphere.
Paint technology has improved — today’s paints offer stunning depth, durability, and versatility.
Where Can You Use It?
Anywhere!
But color drenching works especially well in:
Commercial spaces (boutiques, salons, cafes), to instantly brand and differentiate your environment
Small rooms (like powder rooms, reading nooks) to create jewel-box effects
Bedrooms, for ultimate coziness
Living rooms with high ceilings, for drama and intimacy
How To Do It Right
Mind the Lighting:
Light dramatically impacts how your color reads. Test swatches in different lighting and be strategic with your lighting plan.
Choose the Right Color:
Consider the mood you want. Deep navy? Lush olive? Warm terracotta? Ethereal lavender? Your color will set the tone.
Commit to It:
Paint everything: walls, baseboards, crown molding, ceiling, even radiators and doors if you dare. For furniture and textiles, stay in the same tone family or go tone-on-tone.
Balance With Texture:
To avoid flatness, layer in varied textures — velvet, wood, metal, matte and gloss finishes.
Is Color Drenching Right for You?
If you’re ready to move past safe neutrals and make a style statement, color drenching is a fantastic technique to explore. It’s versatile, striking, and highly customizable to your personal taste or brand aesthetic.
And best of all — paint is reversible. You can experiment without permanent commitment.
Looking to try color drenching in your home or business?
As an interior designer in Deltona, Florida, I’d love to help you create a bold space that reflects your style. Contact me today for a consultation! Sweet and Sapp Designs is here for all of you needs!