Transforming Spaces with Espresso Beans

A modern dining room with dark brown walls.
Wall: Espresso Beans

The rise of the brown in home decor reflects the desire for warmer, more welcoming spaces. Behr’s Espresso Beans PPU5-01 is a caffeinated dark brown that is bold and beautiful with a dash of mystery.

Espresso Beans embodies the essence of mindful choices, grounding us in a sense of calm and serenity that many are seeking in the new year. This rich colour tone offers a perfect balance of warmth and elegance, making it an ideal choice for those looking to transform their home into a nurturing and stylish space.

The top view of an open paint can with brown paint, there is a half-dipped paint brush leaning on top of the can.

Espresso Beans offers a timeless appeal that can adapt to many room types. For kitchens, try it on both walls and cabinetry to create a sophisticated feel. Pairing it with lighter colours or whites and stainless-steel appliances creates a contemporary and balanced look.

A large traditional kitchen with white upper cabinets and brown lower cabinets and island.
Walls: Polar Bear, Upper Cabinets: Swiss Coffee, Lower Cabinets: Espresso Beans

When used in smaller proportions such as accents, trim, or baseboards, Espresso Beans can add depth and sophistication to transitioning dining room-to-living room spaces.

Alternatively, using it as a colour drench can transform a dining room into an elegant area.

A modern farmhouse style dining room with two tone walls. A contemporary and elegant dining room with a dark brown colour drench application on the walls.
Walls: Riviera Beach & Creamy Mushroom, Trim: Espresso Beans  |  Walls: Espresso Beans

Beyond creating visual interest, this dark brown colour accentuates the wall design and architectural details of moulding by adding depth and dimension to the walls.

A contemporary living room with panelling details and a dark brown paint colour application.
Wall & Baseboard: Espresso Beans

Espresso Beans can create a cozy and inviting atmosphere as a living room accent colour. When painting a tall fireplace, this dark brown draws the eye up and creates a wonderful backdrop for art. 

A casual living room with a fireplace featuring a dark brown accent colour. The furniture and are (is) well coordinated with natural and neutral tones.
Fireplace: Espresso Beans

This almost black-brown tone can evoke a sense of calm and relaxation in a bedroom. Complementing it with lighter neutral wood tones, soft bedding and metallic accents adds a touch of elegance.

An urban style modern bedroom with an accent wall painted with a beautiful dark brown colour called Espresso Beans.
Walls: Smoky White, Accent Wall: Espresso Beans

In bathrooms, this rich brown can be used as an accent wall. It adds a focal point and luxurious feel, especially when combined with light paint colours and natural light wood tones.

A spacious modern Organic style bathroom with a spa feel.  There is an accent colour feature above the vanity is called Espresso Beans.
Walls: Even Better Beige, Accent Wall: Espresso Beans, Trim & Door: Blank Canvas

Espresso Beans on walls brings a touch of modern elegance to a home office. When paired with sleek, contemporary furniture and decor, the result is a stylish and sophisticated space. This colour can also help reduce distractions and promote a sense of focus and tranquility.

A home office with a fireplace feature and dark brown colour on the walls, the dark tone nicely blends with the view to the outdoors.
Walls: Espresso Beans, Fireplace/Trim: Smoky White, Doors: Park Avenue

As we move forward, let’s embrace the warmth and character that this tone brings, creating spaces that are not only beautiful but also comforting and full of life. Here’s to a year of thoughtful design, with Espresso Beans leading the way.

Colourfully yours,

Diana

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