2009 Color Trends

2009 Color Trends

The influence of the Green Movement on color and design.



The Green Movement is being broadcast from every angle from fashion to home decor; food to automobiles, and for many it has become, the new way of life. This trend is leading us toward a new outlook on our core values and the ways we express ourselves.

Among the social trends considered in evaluating the effects of the green movement on colors and styles, we see 3 major influencing ideas ---

1) The idea of beauty and its new meaning
Beauty, in our quest for quality of life, is not only an aesthetic concept but also an expression of moral value. The world of design resonates well with that new attitude, bringing forward an expression that caters to sensory well-being, preoccupation for sustainability and ethical practices.

2) The idea of recycling in remixing and reviewing the past
A strong symbolism is captured by objects of the past. They represent a visual and cultural history that connects us to others with similar experiences and conjures up emotions of times and places we collectively cherished. As for the gree perspective, the recycling of objects has a direct impact on the limitation of our waste.

3) The idea of creativity as key to a greener future
An optimisitc approach to the future and a strong belief in the capacity for the human minds to create solutions is the necessary base for opening the door to a greener life through innovations. In our lifetime, being able to integrate change is a key quality in enjoying our accelerated pace of living.

Vintage



Vintage is a trend inspired by authenticity and sensibility. It mixes personal memories, the noble palette of time and a love for the beautiful things of the past. The colors are soft, played more in nuances than in strong opposition. They are reminiscent of a nostalgic charm.

These inlcude:
315-6 Timber Beam
513-2 Adobe White
552-2 Artemesia
528-3 Tepee Beige
418-4 Happy Trails

Eco Techno



The overall tone of this trend is optimistic and modern. Aligned with the concepts of simplicity and innovation, the colors and style of Eco Techno are measured, well-balanced, and efficient.

These include:
518-4 Flagstone
310-7 Oakmoss
331-7 Autumn Ridge
512-1 Winter Mood
416-2 Gravel

Fair Trade



Deeply attached to the respect for nature and for fundamental human values, our Fair Trade trend emphasizes the necessity of socially responsible actions in design and sustainability. Colors are warm, natural, and organic.

These include:
329-7 Baked Bean
456-4 Frosty Glade
312-5 Pineapple Sage
313-3 Soft Suede
436-7 Red Red Wine

Eco Loco

      

Eco Loco is the current trend that speaks of freedom and new possibilities. Eco Loco is audacious, humorous and exuberant at heart. It combines glamour and eccentricity and revisits the classics with irreverence.

These include:
501-5 Scarborough
235-6 Bunchberry
130-7 Crossfire
418-1 Sugar Soap
211-7 Pollination


Pure Performance

Pittsburgh Paints Pure Performance paints offers a paint that delivers superior performance while being environmentally responsible. Pure Performance contains zero VOCs (volatile organic compounds) that eliminates detrimental impact on air quality; has very low odor so you can paint today and occupy the room that night, and provides a durable, high-hiding, washable finish.

Technological advances make it possible for Pittsburgh Paints to offer even our most premium residential products in low VOC formulations. These best in class products deliver the durability and beauty of a premium paint while meeting the market demands for environmentally gentle products.