{"id":616290,"date":"2026-04-19T03:07:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-19T03:07:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/616290\/"},"modified":"2026-04-19T03:07:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T03:07:14","slug":"nostalgia-shapes-winter-interiors-bellarine-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/616290\/","title":{"rendered":"Nostalgia shapes winter interiors – Bellarine Times"},"content":{"rendered":"

Richer, more nostalgic interiors are emerging as a defining trend this winter, as colour palettes move away from summer\u2019s brightness and into deeper, more expressive territory.<\/p>\n

According to Dulux\u2019s 2026 Colour Forecast, the shift reflects a growing appetite for warmer, more personalised spaces, with homeowners embracing layered tones, texture and a sense of comfort as the cooler months set in.<\/p>\n

Among the palettes gaining attention is Dulux\u2019s Evoke range, built around blush pinks, burnt orange, warm golds and deeper, moodier tones.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe palette is perfectly suited to autumn, creating a cocooning atmosphere that mirrors the season\u2019s comfort, reflection and retreat,\u201d Lauren Treloar, Dulux colour and design manager, said.<\/p>\n

\"\"The bedrooms lean further into deeper tones, creating more enclosed and restful spaces. Photo: Lisa Cohen. Styling by Bree Banfield.<\/p>\n

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The look taps into a growing appetite for maximalism and individuality, with cottage-inspired details and a return to \u201cnana chic\u201d \u2013 nostalgic, character-filled spaces that favour layering over restraint.<\/p>\n

It also provides an easy entry point for adding warmth as the temperature drops.<\/p>\n

Treloar said the approach allows for both subtle and bolder applications of colour.<\/p>\n

A recent project shows how the palette can be applied, with stylist Bree Banfield working alongside the Dulux colour team to rework a modern family home.<\/p>\n

Drawing on influences from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, the design layered colour, texture and vintage-inspired elements to bring warmth and personality into what had been a minimal, light-filled space.<\/p>\n

\"\"Layering earthy neutrals with richer tones can make a space feel welcoming, conversational and full of character. Photo: Lisa Cohen. Styling by Bree Banfield.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWhat immediately struck us about the home was the sense of openness. It was a modern blank canvas, offering clean lines and generous natural light but in need of an injection of warmth and personality that better reflected the family residing within it,\u201d Treloar said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe space is primarily used as a central living and gathering area for the family, so our design approach was to layer colour and thoughtful styling to transform it from a neutral and understated room into a welcoming, character-filled environment.\u201d<\/p>\n

In the dining area, warmer tones anchor the space, complemented by softer surrounding shades and layered decor that blends vintage, handcrafted and contemporary pieces.<\/p>\n

Banfield said proportion was key when working with stronger colours. She recommends choosing one or two mid-tone colours as a foundation and layering deeper hues to create smaller, but impactful moments.<\/p>\n

\"\"Stylist Bree Banfield believes you shouldn\u2019t be afraid to include something unexpected in your spaces, like a vintage find, a sculptural lamp or patterned upholstery. Photo: Lisa Cohen. Styling by Bree Banfield.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWork with texture in the same way,\u201d she said. \u201cVelvet, glass, mid-tone timbers and handcrafted pieces help emphasise the eclectic spirit of the palette.<\/p>\n

\u201cDon\u2019t be afraid to include something unexpected \u2013 a vintage find, a sculptural lamp or patterned upholstery.<\/p>\n

\u201cDulux Evoke is all about individuality and emotional warmth, not about matching everything perfectly.\u201d<\/p>\n

The bedrooms, meanwhile, lean further into deeper tones, creating more enclosed and restful spaces. Rich browns, soft neutrals and tactile materials add warmth and depth.<\/p>\n

Treloar said the transformation highlights how colour can influence how a home feels and functions.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy layering earthy neutrals with richer tones, the space now feels welcoming, conversational and full of character,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\"\"In the dining area, warmer tones anchor the space, complemented by softer surrounding shades and layered decor that blends vintage, handcrafted and contemporary pieces. Photo: Lisa Cohen. Styling by Bree Banfield.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe colours create a cocooning atmosphere that encourages connection and comfort, transforming the home into a place where people naturally want to gather and spend time together.\u201d<\/p>\n

Texture also plays a central role, with materials such as velvet, marble, glass and darker timbers helping soften stronger colour choices.<\/p>\n

\u201cLeaning into tactile materials will enhance the mood,\u201d Banfield said. \u201cVelvet, faux fur, marble, glass and mid-tone or darker timbers all pair beautifully with this palette.<\/p>\n

\u201cCurved or sculptural shapes help soften the depth of colour and keep the room feeling warm and inviting rather than heavy.<\/p>\n

\u201cAnd don\u2019t shy away from mixing eras or styles \u2013 the blend of vintage, handcrafted and contemporary pieces is part of what gives Dulux Evoke its eclectic and expressive personality.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Richer, more nostalgic interiors are emerging as a defining trend this winter, as colour palettes move away from…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":616291,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[64,63,105],"class_list":{"0":"post-616290","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-technology","8":"tag-au","9":"tag-australia","10":"tag-technology"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/616290","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=616290"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/616290\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/616291"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=616290"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=616290"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=616290"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}