How can you bring in the colour of the year in your décor?

Merino Laminates, February 12, 2025

Did you know that every year design gurus and experts in the industry predict that there will be one colour that will rule based on the trends that have been observed in the previous year? For the year 2025, coffee mousse brown or mocha mousse is predicted to rule across different segments like fashion, lifestyle and decor. From the past few years, we have been observing a shift in the preferences where people started using colours inspired by nature, colours like olive green, midnight blue, terracotta red etc., and now we see that brown is here to make a statement.

In the past year, we saw how people loved their coffees, their trench coats and linens in brown and also sought spaces that were calm, relaxing and gave their mind a detox away from the vibrance of the digital world that they are constantly connected to. We are excited to see how this unique shade of brown will be incorporated into all things decor and fashion and if you too are thinking of upgrading your space with the latest trends then here are some ways in which you can include the colour of the year in your decor:

1. You can opt for a classic wardrobe finish in the shades of brown and mocha mousse brown with a backdrop of off white or beige walls and off white or beige upholstery and a hint of colour in the form of plants or unique artwork or sculptures that will compliment your aesthetic. This will help you create a serene and relaxing bedroom that is elegant and timeless while simultaneously showcasing the latest trend.

2. You can continue to have walls that are painted in mute shades of cream or beige and pair it with wall panels in browns. Wall panels and creating niches was another massive trend seen across the globe and we continue to see it as a favourite design element in this year too. You can go for plain laminates, wooden textured ones or even the options with patterns. You can find all these and more at Merino Laminates where we have over 500 designs in varied finishes and colours.

3. Another great way to add the colour of the year to your home is by using it as a theme for your kitchen. A brown themed kitchen will forever be in vogue! You can use shades of brown either as a monochromatic theme or in combination to create a classic, opulent and beautiful kitchen that is also easy to clean and maintain.

4. Shades of brown are a great choice for home offices, library or study rooms and a formal living room too. As mentioned above, you can use shades and finishes to create furniture like TV units, storage units or wall panels as discussed above. A luxurious looking ceiling detail can also be created using laminates with classic wooden grains.

5. While the aforementioned options can range between a partial or complete makeover and can come at a heavy price and effort, you can also look at some simpler ways to incorporate this colour without burning a hole in your pocket. You can choose to revamp standalone furniture pieces like chest of drawers, chairs or tables with this gorgeous colour. This not only helps in giving your space a new look, but it can also help improve the life of the product that you are revamping. You can also look at changing your upholstery like your curtains, cushions etc to incorporate the magic of browns in your home to keep it trendy and classy. This is an economical and efficient way to give your home a makeover without spending too much money or making permanent changes in your home.

While every colour sure comes with its pros and cons, the best part about mocha mousse is that it is elegant, timeless and can be used to create varied kinds of spaces. Be it a formal living room or a living room inspired by nature and the sea, be it a bedroom that is romantic to a bedroom that is calm, relaxing and elegant- the right usage and application of the colour can help you get the desired outcome. As brown is also associated with textures like wood, leather and mud- you can also create a multisensory experience by using brown in different ways. It is one colour that is classic, timeless and can very well evoke a sense of nostalgia while also creating a space that is modern and sleek.

We hope that you now have enough ideas to get started on your journey to create a trendy and beautiful space using the versatility and charm of brown!