The world of interior design is embracing the styles and shades of the past to create spaces that are comforting, familiar, and fresh.

While we can’t easily pick a favorite, some colors speak more loudly to us than others. See what design and color experts consider to be their “signature” shades.

From blissful, barely-there tints to dramatic, dark-as-night deeps, we’re showcasing a beautiful spectrum of hues that soothe.

Explore the new frontiers of mixed reality, advanced tech, digital renderings, and designing remotely in a fully phygital world.

Capture the essence of well-styled simplicity with Iron Ore SW 7069 (251-C7), our inky charcoal-gray March Color of the Month.

Modern kitchens are the ideal place to add a little design flavor and a pinch of positivity.

Explore the many ways that workspitality design invites the WFH world back into the office.

Welcome soft simplicity with the watery blue of February’s Color of the Month, Aleutian SW 6241.

From home gyms to spa-inspired spaces to zen zones—take a closer look at the trends that give new meaning to the phrase “well designed.”

We’re spotlighting 6 companies that are transforming waste materials into beautiful and inventive products to serve modern spaces.

Weʼre embracing a time of new beginnings with the calm and cozy hue of Evergreen Fog SW 9130, Januaryʼs nature-inspired Color of the Month.

From new (super!) formulas to favorites for indoors and out, we’re counting down some of our highlights from 2021.

Take a deeper dive into how this year unfolded in 12 beautiful trending hues as we get ready for a colorful 2022.

Introducing 6 unique color collections within the Commercial Colormix^® Forecast 2022 — hand-selected for commercial settings everywhere.

December’s Color of the Month, Copen Blue SW 0068, is a fresh-air shade of palest sapphire, at once calming and invigorating in any space.

Color allows us to create connections in new ways, and we have loved sharing those connections with our STIR readers. As 2021 winds down, take a look back at your top four posts of the year.

Our 2022 Color of the Year breathes organic, restorative calm into any space. Let’s look closer at the fresh, cool shade of Evergreen Fog SW 9130 and it’s place within the growing trend of biophilic design.

Go inside textile artist Helena Hernmarck’s Connecticut studio and see how she puts color to magnificent use.

Discover designer Jean Stoffer’s secrets for creating a fresh, elegant look in this newly renovated home.

Discover the balance between the familiar and the fantastical, between seeking sun and rooting deeply in Evergreen Fog SW 9130 (215-C4), the 2022 Sherwin-Williams Color of the Year.

Evergreen Fog’s simple sophistication provides just the right restorative touch. Learn about the influences from Director of Color Marketing Sue Wadden.

See what paint colors, wood tones, metal finishes and other materials coordinate best with the 2022 Color of the Year.

The calm and composed quality of Evergreen Fog is rooted in the refreshing nature of the forest — a beautiful way to bring a new beginning to your designs.

Get inspired by media and interactive sculptor Jen Lewin’s inventive use of light, color and sound to draw people in to her works of art.

See how designers are tapping current color trends to create warm and welcoming dining spaces.

How will color preferences shift in the coming year? We tapped Sue Wadden, Sherwin-Williams director of color marketing, and her team for their top insights.

Sherwin-Williams color experts share how Colormix connects to commercial design, wood tones and a range of products.

Learn how our top bright neutrals picked by Sherwin-Williams Director of Color Marketing Sue Wadden, along with soft greens like Cornwall Slate SW 9131 (216-C4), help make kitchens feel light and breezy.

See how fellow designers are using trends like maximalism, grandmillennial character and joyful colors to elevate home offices.

The design team behind a luxury multi-family retirement community in Oregon explains how they used natural materials and neutral paint colors to convey a warm, homelike feeling.

Designers from California to South Carolina use color to bring character and a sense of sanctuary to screen porches, patios and more.

July’s Color of the Month, Jovial SW 6611 (117-C2), brings a free-spirited bohemian air into indoor/outdoor spaces, creating a pretty canvas for vintage and botanical touches.

Architects Harold Somarriba and John Curran describe how sustainable features shine in the design for the newly reimagined St. Pete Pier in St. Petersburg, Florida.

A palette largely inspired by the colors of the coast breathes new life into a renovated North Carolina home.

Get a designer-exclusive sneak peek now of the Sherwin-Williams 2022 Colormix Forecast, coming in August.

June’s Color of the Month, Commodore SW 6524 (185-C7), conveys a timeless, thought-provoking sense of calm that harmonizes with wood, black and brass finishes.

Architect Tyler Zagryn brings a crisp coastal look to a modern farmhouse in part by painting it Alabaster SW 7008 (255-C2) inside and out.

See how other designers give spaces a bright look that’s beautiful all year long.

Explore how color, nature and coatings technology come together to influence wellness in our new on-demand course.

May’s Color of the Month, Messenger Bag SW 7740 (297-C7), delivers the panache of an alluring neutral that works effortlessly with wood, stone and other natural textures.

Using wire, paper and paint, artist Ann Wood creates flowers and other plants that mirror colors from the garden.

See how Mariella Cruzado, a designer originally from Peru, takes cues from her clients’ rich Brazilian and South African roots in the dramatic transformation of a rowhouse near Washington, D.C.

Join Sherwin-Williams for virtual webinars from our color and coatings experts. Explore the latest color trends, specifying the right product for your next project, and more.

April’s Color of the Month, Carnelian SW 7580 (276-C6), brings sophisticated balance to the vintage modern look, working brilliantly with a wide range of complementary colors, patterns and periods.

Get the inside story on what’s influencing the trends for every palette of the 2021 Colormix^® Forecast Commercial color collection — and what it means for multi-family, new residential, healthcare and other markets.

See how Mariella Cruzado, a designer originally from Peru, takes cues from her clients’ rich Brazilian and South African roots in the dramatic transformation of a rowhouse near Washington, D.C.

Join Sherwin-Williams for virtual webinars from our color and coatings experts. Explore the latest color trends, specifying the right product for your next project, and more.

March’s Color of the Month, Alexandrite SW 0060, enlivens everyday spaces such as mudrooms and home offices with a feeling of pure joy.

A soothing color palette, seamless indoor/outdoor connections and host of sustainability features all contribute to the well-being benefits and beauty of a hotel in a groundbreaking new neighborhood.

From a serene sitting area to a dramatic ceiling, see how designers are incorporating the natural beauty of Urbane Bronze SW 7048 (245-C7) into their projects.

Dive into our latest collaboration with Rejuvenation for a collection of calming hues curated to coordinate with the company’s light fixtures and hardware.

Innovation and inspiration come together in our paint formulas with sanitizing and air-purifying technologies — curated in 11 Living Well palettes.

Color has a significant impact on well-being and keeping our lives in balance. Sue Wadden, director of color marketing, discusses that impact, including how color’s influence on mood informed the Living Well collection palettes.

Rick Watson, director of product information and technical services, answers questions about the key benefits and performance of SuperPaint^® with Sanitizing Technology and SuperPaint^® with Air Purifying Technology.

Balance, focus and other elements of well-being come to life in 11 palettes of handpicked colors, all beautifully revealed via downloadable brochures.

Urbane Bronze SW 7048 (245-C7), embodies the earth’s richness to forge a grounded, serene feeling. Combine it with coordinating colors also rooted in nature for a bold take on modern and traditional style.

See how colors such as Tricorn Black SW 6258 (251-C1) convey a sense of warmth and personal style that feels particularly welcoming during the holidays.

Stay on top of color trends for multifamily, new residential, healthcare and more with our latest forecast.

From the simplicity of Snowbound SW 7004 (256-C2) to the energy of Knockout Orange SW 6885 (116-C3), our latest collaboration with West Elm is designed to suit a range of comfortable, modern styles.

Explore our brightest whites and other outstanding neutrals in our new Emerald^® Designer Edition™ paint.

December’s Color of the Month, Pewter Green SW 6208 (217-C6), has a calming, centering quality ideal for kitchens, baths and other rooms designed to rejuvenate.

The iconic San Francisco Ferry Building gets a facelift with help from a custom paint color Sherwin-Williams named in its honor — Ferry Building Gray.

Sunrooms tend to be painted pale colors. But in this New York home, the walls, windows and trim painted black beautifully recede, letting views to nature steal the show.

Act now before the year is up: Check out more than a dozen courses in the Sherwin-Williams Learning Center and earn AIA, IDCEC and GBCI credits.

November’s Color of the Month, Canyon Clay SW 6054 (194-C6), pulls influences from nature to set a modern-rustic tone that is welcoming and relaxed.

Designers with a knack for historic preservation bring new life to an 18th-century home — with brilliant results.

See how paint and other coatings help create durable conditions for Brown University's new engineering research building.

Gain a better understanding of solutions addressing specialized design needs in the CEU "Paint 201: High-Performance Coatings for Commercial Spaces."

October's Color of the Month, Mystical Shade SW 6276 (226-C3), provides an organic modern foundation for creating a mood that's light, bright and right at home with elements of nature.

Announcing the 2021 Color of the Year, Urbane Bronze SW 7048 (245-C7). Let a color inspired by essential elements of the earth — stone, metal and wood — provide you with a sense of calm, stability and warmth.

Download our shareable Color of the Year photos and post them on Instagram or Twitter with #2021COTYGiveaway for your chance to win a COTY Sanctuary Gift Box.

As a color prolific in nature, our 2021 Color of the Year lends itself to multiple styles, including the warm, comfortable minimalism of Scandinavian design.

See what paint colors, wood tones, metal finishes and other materials Director of Color Marketing Sue Wadden suggests as the perfect complements to the 2021 Color of the Year.

September’s Color of the Month, Rock Candy SW 6231 (257-C6), brings a breath of fresh air to any space.

Paper purveyor G. F Smith has witnessed change from a unique standpoint since its founding in 1885. See how staying on the pulse of color has helped the London company soar.

Just as the classic black dress is a women’s wardrobe staple, Iron Ore SW 7069 (251-C7) provides an elegant foundation for a Chicago family’s home.

Our color experts have chosen 40 trend hues — split between four distinctive palettes — designed to bring beautiful rhythm to your work.

August’s Color of the Month, Perle Noir SW 9154 (226-C7), projects a Victorian sensibility of detail and drama — with a modern twist.

Rhythm is the secret to how the natural world stays in step. That same sense of balance applies to how we live and design - and it takes shape in 40 exquisite trend colors.

Dive into the design influences that guided the four Colormix 2021 palettes through stunning room photos in our detailed, downloadable brochure.

From the benefits of biophilia to the beauty of artisan craft, Director of Color Marketing Sue Wadden examines the macro-trends that informed our forecast.

Colorful moments - from a dining room painted Still Water SW 6223 (219-C7) to a bedroom with an accept stripe of Arugula SW 6446 (157-C6) - give the modern farmhouse style a fun update.

Formulated to be self-cleaning by shedding dirt upon rain or water contact, our new Emerald^® Rain Refresh^™ Exterior Acrylic Latex Paint is now available.

The next generation of designers wowed our judges with relevant and colorful takes on residential and commercial design. From hundreds of exceptional entries, here's what rose to the top.

We've taken our best-in-class Emerald^® paint to the next level. Formulated to deliver a flawless finish and our best hide yet, Emerald Designer Edition is available in 200 exclusive new colors, including our brightest, cleanest whites.

You'll love the Emerald Designer Edition color tools ‐ including beautiful palette brochures ‐ we've created to help design pros like you gather inspiration and deliver stunning results.

July's Color of the Month, Touch of Sand SW 9085 (199-C1), provides a refreshing neutral alternative to gray.

June's Color of the Month, Coral Clay SW 9005 (114-C4), embodies an individualistic spirit that can lean more energetic or more muted.

See how Emerald Designer Edition came together ‐ from developing its ultra-white base to deciding which colors to include ‐ from Sue Wadden, Sherwin-Williams director of color marketing.

Warm neutrals, cool neutrals, blues, greens and more: Get to know the collection's five distinctive palettes.

From homes we cherish to healthcare facilities put to the test, our work matters. Director of Color Marketing Sue Wadden reflects on design during these times, including our commitment to provide tools, training and inspiration for your continued success.

Take part in virtual events and CEU sessions ‐ from the comfort of home ‐ and stay current on everything from our latest Colormix^® Color Forecast to innovations in coatings for commercial spaces.

This online resource center is dedicated to providing you with the most up-to-date information, including relevant industry news and valuable business insights to help you navigate these challenging circumstances.

Order fan decks, catalogs and oversized color samples to help you stay on top of projects while working from home.

May's Color of the Month, Stardew SW 9138 (221-C3), conveys a sense of calm and effortless charm.

April's Color of the Month, Verde Marrón SW 9124 (209-C6), provides a rustic warmth perfect for creating an engaging, welcoming space.

The latest Sherwin-Williams Market Colors focus on different ways to nurture wellness and happiness.

Learn about the history, symbolism and pigments behind nine key colors — and how colors affect mood, perception and decision-making — in this new CEU.

Our March Color of the Month, Extra White SW 7006 (257-C1), is an eclectic, modern hue that provides the perfect foundation for a design mixing eras and styles.

Exhibition designers from four art museums share their secrets for choosing paint colors to make artwork shine.

Naval plays a starring role in a trio of stunning projects, from a clubby restaurant to a refined farmhouse kitchen.

Learn the latest on improving the quality of your clients' homes, including the use of breakthrough paint and coating technologies.

February's Color of the Month, Glamour SW 6031 (192-C3), is a fresh neutral with a classic feel. Rooted in nature, it provides a softer, warmer alternative to gray.

Vibrant renovation enlivens historic hotel in Richmond, Virginia.

Tips on using the Colormix^® Forecast 2020 palettes in the commercial market.

Check out the dramatic reinvention of a former Elks Temple into a colorful hotel and entertainment destination.

Attention, interior design students and educators: Our professional competition with top prizes of $2,500 is coming soon.

January's Color of the Month and our 2020 Color of the Year, Naval SW 6244 (253-C6), is a serene shade with a hint of opulence that works well with polished marble, gleaming metals, soft leather and sophisticated patterns.

Take a visual trip across the globe and get inspired by places that embrace color to the fullest.

Peek inside a stylish closet and dressing space renovation in a long-neglected 1920s Tudor.

See how a Sherwin-Williams palette fosters wellness and complements West Elm furnishings and holiday décor in this New York City condo.

December's Color of the Month, Black Bean SW 6006 (252-C2), is a warm and rustic hue that offers visual depth and richness to spaces, helping it layer well with other colors.

See how color helped transform a 1906 Gothic Revival church in Philadelphia into a boutique hotel.

Get a closer look at how pigment influences Japanese culture through the eyes of this museum-style shop's knowledgeable director.

Learn about color history, color's effect on mood and how to ensure the coatings you choose are the right ones for the job in this fun course.

Cozy up to November's Color of the Month, Caramelized SW 9186 (291-C4). It's a warm, youthful hue that's perfect for creating a comfy nook in an urban setting.

See how interior designer Marc Thee took his signature luxe look to new heights in his own home and ended up using our 2020 Color of the Year inside and out.

ColorSnap^® Match provides advanced color-scanning technology in a hand-held tool, allowing you to match paint color, furniture, textiles and more. It's a must-have for any designer's work kit.

Dard Hunter Green SW 0041 is a lush hue with a refined quality that takes its cue from conservatories and greenhouses. Use it in kitchens and living rooms to bring the richness of nature indoors.

Thrill your clients by specifying Loxon^® Self-Cleaning Acrylic Coating. It's formulated to be self-cleaning for exterior masonry and concrete.

Evoke a quiet mood or strike a lively one with our Finest Whites collection. Choose from an array of cool and warm whites to find the perfect match for any project.

We're always on the lookout for color inspiration. These color and design influencers have social feeds you just don't want to miss.

Get inspired with Shiitake SW 9173.

Lay the foundation for refined design by using the right paint for your project.

Design pros share how they're inspired by the five new palettes.

Get Inspired with Primavera SW 9031.

Sue Wadden shares key insights on design trends at ICFF in New York.

Put on your rose-colored glasses and rethink pink.

Get Inspired with Positive Red SW 6871.

Three ways to earn points for a LEED sustainable building.

Making a place for more play in your design process.

Get Inspired with Celestial SW 6808.

Improving your specifications by better understanding paint composition.

New paint formulations allow architects and commercial designers to meet green-building guidelines without sacrificing performance.

Delicious insights about dining design from commercial designers across the country.

Get inspired with Delightful SW 6289.

Get great tips for avoiding color-palette burnout.

Burnished metallics wrap a cavernous master bedroom into a warm, cozy embrace.

Get inspired with Blue Sky SW 0063.

Author Kassia St. Clair dishes on the historical twists and turns that continue to shape our charged relationship to color.

Get Inspired with Distance.

Discover how color rules are evolving in the industrial and home furnishing marketplaces with this lively discussion with Sue Wadden and team.

Learn about the three different types of color samples — digital, paper and "wet" — so you know which to use in different scenarios.

Fall in love with Eros Pink, February's Color of the Month. With its deep rose hues, this pink lends an air of happiness and a pop of colorful power to featured walls and furniture finishings.

From colorful fanny packs and outrageous dad sneakers on the runway to animal prints and bold colors in interiors, the maximalist aesthetic has become big business.

This colorful educational facility was designed from the ground up to provide a fresh start for an entire school district in Pennsylvania.

From hospitality to multi-family, Sherwin-Williams 2019 market segment color collections provide plenty of project inspiration for any industry.

Whether your client is going for a mid-century or more contemporary look, Functional Gray acts as the perfect pairing for saturated pops of color in any space.

Increasingly popular coworking spaces foster productivity and collaboration for businesses and entrepreneurs. STIR^® got the scoop from designers on what makes these spaces special and how to apply color strategies from them to any project.

Architect Rory Reynolds's LEED Platinum "The Live Oak House" in St. Augustine, Florida, stars Mother Nature.

Bring Bohemian style to life with the eclectic flair of Rojo Dust, the November Color of the Month.

From baby-blue ball pits to a rosy-hued dance floor, the Color Factory NYC offers immersive color experiences.

Explore three new healthcare palettes designed to bring the latest color trends to your projects.

Traditional and cozy — the October Color of the Month will provide timeless style for any client space. Get design ideas and pairings now.

Forged by sun. Fired by desert. Introducing Cavern Clay SW 7701, the 2019 Sherwin-Williams Color of the Year.

We asked savvy design pros how they plan to use the Colormix Forecast 2019 palettes. Here are some of their best ideas — plus tips from our own Sue Wadden and her color team.

What was once the mainstay of paint design on World War I warships has transformed into an interior design trend that can add a punch of bold, modern elements to your next client project.

This soft blush color will add a cozy yet sophisticated vibe to your next client project. Get design ideas and palette pairings now.

Expand your palette with this Japanese technique of charring wood surfaces.

Meet the super talented winners of our 2018 Student Design Challenge — their renderings push the definition of excellence.

Summer vibes are in full swing with July's Color of the Month — get pairings and design ideas for this timeless, bold blue.

See how designer Tiffany Hanken gave a kitchen a distinctive pop of color with bold, saturated cabinets made possible with new Emerald.

Add organic vibes to your next design with Arugula, June’s Color of the Month. This earthy tone will bring a fresh mood to any space.

"Big, bold and beautiful" could be the catchphrase of maximalist design — a movement that doesn't shy away from busy prints and contrasting patterns. Pull off this "big" design with these paint palettes and design considerations.

Meet the designer panel giving back by transforming rooms, homes and entire communities across the country — and learn how you can get involved by starting your own project, too!

There’s no holding back with Exuberant Pink, May’s playful Color of the Month. Add this energetic hue to your next design with these inspirations.

We asked savvy design pros how they use high-gloss finishes, and here are some of their best ideas — plus product tips to pull off this lacquered effect.

A smart color palette was key to turning this century-old Minneapolis warehouse into a neighborhood-friendly boutique hotel.

Don't be afraid to go dark — Black Magic transforms ordinary rooms into extraordinary settings. Discover clever ways to use this bold hue now.

Sue Wadden shares her observations from Maison & Objet — and provides insight into what's to come in color and design.

Harvard Art Museums scientist Narayan Khandekar collects pigments and protects color's role in our artistic heritage.

This rich hue has a timeless, regal feel, and it pairs perfectly with warm or cool neutrals — explore the March Color of the Month's possibilities now.

How designing with colors that resist definition will add a new depth of intrigue to any project.

Nancy Fire and Vanessa Deleon are this year's fabulous judges. They tell us what makes their design minds tick.

This grayish green will be your new go-to for any space — explore the February Color of the Month now.

How colorful stains, dyes, marbling and effects can help you do more with exposed concrete flooring.

Your guide to gloss and sheen — and the outcomes different finishes deliver when all is done and dry.

Discover how designing with Oceanside can add a new depth of intrigue to any space.

How to achieve a highly crafted look with chalky, matte finishes.

How a designer incorporated her client's beachcombing inspirations into her seaside home.

From deep, dark jewel tones to geo-specific palettes, see what's happening in hospitality design.

Add a pop of bold to any room this winter with Radish SW 6861 (101-C4), the December Color of the Month.

Don’t be fooled by its name — millennial pink is a color that crosses age, gender and application boundaries.

Whether a client wants a perfect neutral, refreshed trim or a bold accent wall, the new West Elm paint palette has a hue for your next project.

Envelop rooms and offer respite with muted-yet-warm Casa Blanca SW 7571 (264-C4), the November Color of the Month.

Why promising color forecast colors got left behind this year — and why it’s still worth considering them for your designs.

The designers of the Hewing Hotel in Minneapolis transform an old warehouse into a hotel that pushes the boundaries of boutique design.

Get a taste of the West Coast with earthy, inviting Sierra Redwood SW 7598 (125-C7), October Color of the Month.

It’s a blue unlike any other — Oceanside SW 6496 (172-C7) offers all the intrigue of blue, but with added depth. Imagine the possibilities.

Forget “white cube” rooms — color experts share how to use color and bold elements in minimalist designs for residential and commercial spaces.

From citrus tones to soft pastels, discover the latest trends in healthcare design.

Craving more luxury? Then explore bold, rich Cascades SW 7623 (279-C1), September Color of the Month.

Inside the Sherwin-Williams color forecasting process, including how the forecast was narrowed down to three palettes for 2018.

Meet our Colormix^® Forecast team and get an exclusive peek inside their annual color forecast exploration meeting.

Simple tips to help you improve your understanding of color performance in the paint — ultimately allowing you to deliver more accurate, consistent hues to your clients' projects.

Go coastal with cool, fresh and calming, Stardew SW 9138 (221-C3), the August Color of the Month.

Spices and paint color - pigment - have an ancient, shared history. Understanding this relationship can help you make more inspired design decisions.

Karrie Hodge, Sherwin-Williams Senior Designer, reveals some color trends in the new residential market.

Rosy Outlook SW 6316 and other subdued shades of red continue to be favored as both a main and accent color for this upcoming season.

Explore our three new palettes: Sincerity, Unity, Connectivity. And discover the drivers influencing future color and design trends, while finding new inspiration for your designs.

How Boston University used Sherwin-Williams Paint Shield^® Microbicidal Paint to bring modern technology into the renovation of a historic institution.

This jewel-inspired blue with artisanal, rustic tones translates into finishes with a tactile, crafted feel. Explore Adriatic Sea, the June Color of the Month.

New paint technology is allowing designers to use matte black in ways they never have before.

Your clients are afraid of kitchen color, you say? Have no fear – these ideas will help you get cooking together.

With a little bit of gold and a little bit of bronze, our May Color of the Month, Cut the Mustard, can add just the right spice to your design.

We asked savvy design pros for the most inventive ways they use Sherwin-Williams color samples in their design process — here are some of the best ideas.

Experience desert vibes with Saguaro, the subdued yet livable color of the month.

Sue Wadden and other design experts offer illuminating advice for pairing paint colors with this retro light form.

Meet a former Student Design Challenge winner who is now a curator for the White House Historical Association.

A color rooted in nature's palette — see how Deep Forest Brown takes shape on walls.

Sue Wadden shares her expert advice on managing undertones to create perfect color palettes.

These new and enhanced tools help you meet green guidelines in sustainability and healthy-home-focused projects.

Whether spring, summer, fall or winter, there is no denying the luscious temptation of deep, berry hues — explore Mature Grape, February's Color of the Month.

After a devastating flood, Sherwin-Williams paint helps re-create a renowned cultural hub.

Maggie Austin creates colorful cakes for royalty and Hollywood stars. Learn how she constructs her delicate artworks before they fall to the fork.

Watch how Poised Taupe, Sherwin Williams 2017 Color of the Year, turns cold spaces into cozy sanctuaries.

Internationally renowned textile designer Lori Weitzner offers an immersive, engaging journey in the world of color as it applies to design, mood and culture in her new book.

Don’t let its elegant palette fool you — the kitchen in this newly constructed Williamsburg, Virginia, Colonial is designed to be lived in.

Get inspired with December's Color of the Month, Silverplate (SW 7649).

What is it about red and San Francisco? Its iconic status for the city starts with the International Orange of the Golden Gate Bridge — which was the inspiration for the remarkable revival of this seedy San Francisco movie palace.

We’re making it even easier to integrate coatings and colors into your design tools, including a new Sherwin-Williams and BIMSmith^® partnership.

Get inspired with November's Color of the Month, Double Latte (SW 9108).

DeafSpace design leverages the power of color to make interiors easier to navigate, safer and more welcoming to their inhabitants.

Color perception changes throughout the day. Here's what you need to know about the sun's changing influence.

Get inspired with October's Color of the Month, Autumn Orchid (SW 9157).

Get inspired with September's Color of the Month, Ravishing Coral (SW 6612).

A beautiful balance of warm and cool, Poised Taupe (SW 6039), the Sherwin-Williams 2017 Color of the Year, is set to be your new go-to neutral. Explore complementary palettes and get inspired now.

New technology allows for flat-finish paints that offer washable performance plus the sophisticated elegance of a shine-free finish.

The Grand Budapest Hotel won three Oscars for visual excellence. Jill Bogdanowicz made sure color expressed itself fully in every frame.

Learn more about our advanced ColorSnap^® Precision technology.

Iridescence exists everywhere in nature. Learn the science behind this structural color and ideas on how to incorporate it into design.

Get inspired with August’s Color of the Month, Surfin’ SW 9048

STIR^® sits down with Curb Appeal’s John Gidding for a look into what drives his designs and color choices.

Gain inspiration from the use of color throughout history in sports.

Get inspired with July’s Color of the Month, Rave Red SW 6608

We may not agree on color, but it turns out our brains are seeing the same thing. Scientists are trying to unravel why.

The state of color has never been more restless. Our 2017 colormix™ forecast reveals new spirituality, cultural flux, feisty self-expression and soulful nostalgia combining to paint an emerging portrait of our shared future.

Get inspired with June’s Color of the Month, Limón Fresco SW 9030

Equal parts exotic and familiar, indigo is a rich, worldly blue with an appeal that stretches back through centuries. Here’s a (re)introduction, plus tips from Sue Wadden on how to use indigo in any room.

Get inspired with May’s Color of the Month, Caviar SW 6990

STIR^® sits down with Sue Wadden, the new director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams, to find out what excites her most about her new job, design and, of course, her favorite Sherwin-Williams color.

Get inspired with March's Color of the Month, Parisian Patina SW 9041.

Jackie's Notebook: 2016 Color of the Year – Alabaster (SW 7008).

Anna and Nathan Bond talk color, design, and how they’ve built a booming stationery and lifestyle brand with Rifle Paper Co.

A designer’s most personal project yet comes to life when she combines the thrill of the flea market hunt with bold paint color.

Go behind the scenes with Sherwin-Williams Director of Color Marketing, Jackie Jordan, for an all-access look at the inspiration and influences behind our 2016 Colormix™ Color Forecast.

From real estate to fashion: How a broken shoelace launched a young entrepreneur into a boldly colorful new business.

Get all the angles on gloss and sheen in paint – and how both can affect everything from color to finish selection.

Move over, yellow gold and brass – the latest look in metallic finishes is pretty in pink.

Partners and parents Max and Johnna Holmgren are taking chalk beyond the playground, creating stylish artwork for corporations, events and well-dressed walls everywhere.

How one designer used Emerald® Interior Acrylic Latex and color to help create a LEED-certified and gorgeous apartment complex.

Come explore the Sherwin-Williams 2016 colormix™ color forecast! This year's hues celebrate indulging in the moment with the best of everything life has to offer.

Textile and fashion designer Natalie Chanin's color palette comes from the ground up in her sustainable clothing line

Archaeologists explore China's Terra-Cotta Warriors — and their surprising color story.

Most animals can't produce blue pigment, yet it's common among butterflies and birds. We uncover the science behind this phenomenon.

To help celebrate Sherwin-Williams National Painting Week, we surveyed design pros to learn the most effective ways to work with painting contractors.

May 2015 Color of the Month - SW 0046 White Hyacinth

How a Chicago digital textile design studio is creating new ways for designers to work with color.

Designers share their favorite ways to put a fresh, modern spin on traditional-style interiors.

April 2015 Color of the Month - SW 0007 Decorous Amber

Dramatic and glamorous, noir-inspired hues find a home in residential projects.

Author reveals the history and mystery behind paint colors in art.

Designer Bruce Rosenbaum puts a modern spin on Victoriana, reinventing gadgets and antiques into unique statements.

Jackie's Notebook: 2015 Color of the Year — Coral Reef (SW 6606)

Renovation devotee Nicole Curtis restores timeworn homes to their former glory.

Michigan's Mt. Brighton gets a lift, with vibrant color.

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