At Paintr®, we love helping homeowners bring their spaces to life with colour. Modern decorating isn’t just about choosing what looks good today — it’s about selecting colours that feel fresh, timeless, and perfectly suited to the way you live.
Our modern colour palette advice for painting and decorating helps you create stylish, cohesive interiors that feel bright, balanced, and beautifully updated.
Whether you live in a Georgian townhouse in Bathwick, a Victorian terrace in Widcombe, or a modern apartment in Bath Riverside, contemporary colour schemes can transform your home. Today’s modern palettes are all about calm, comfort, and character — with shades that work effortlessly across different rooms and architectural styles.
What Makes a Colour Palette “Modern”?
Modern colour palettes focus on simplicity, harmony, and natural inspiration. They’re designed to make your home feel clean, calm, and effortlessly stylish. Unlike older trends that relied on bold contrasts or heavy tones, modern palettes lean toward soft, layered colours that create a sense of flow.
Modern palettes typically include:
- Soft, warm neutrals
- Muted greens and earthy tones
- Gentle blues and greys
- Warm whites and off‑whites
- Deep, moody accent colours
- Natural, nature‑inspired shades
These colours work beautifully with stone, period features, and contemporary interiors alike.
Warm Neutrals – The Heart of Modern Decorating
Warm neutrals are the backbone of most modern homes. They create a calm, inviting atmosphere and pair well with almost any décor style.
Popular modern neutrals include:
- Soft beige and taupe
- Warm greige (grey‑beige blends)
- Creamy off‑whites
- Subtle stone tones
These shades are perfect for living rooms, hallways, and open‑plan spaces where you want a clean, cohesive look.
Nature‑Inspired Greens & Earthy Tones
Modern decorating has embraced nature in a big way. Greens, browns, and earthy tones bring warmth and tranquillity into your home — ideal for characterful properties.
Great choices include:
- Sage and olive greens
- Warm clay and terracotta
- Soft moss tones
- Muted forest greens
These colours work beautifully in kitchens, bedrooms, and period homes with natural woodwork.
Soft Blues & Modern Greys
Blues and greys remain popular, but today’s versions are softer, warmer, and more versatile than ever.
Modern favourites include:
- Dusty blues
- Warm grey‑blues
- Soft charcoal
- Misty grey tones
These shades are perfect for bathrooms, bedrooms, and contemporary living spaces.
Bold Accent Colours for Modern Contrast
Modern palettes aren’t all soft and subtle — a well‑chosen accent colour can elevate your entire home. Deep, moody tones add drama without overwhelming the space.
Popular modern accents include:
- Charcoal black
- Deep navy
- Forest green
- Rich burgundy
- Warm chocolate brown
These work beautifully on feature walls, woodwork, or built‑in cabinetry.
A Tailored Approach for Every Home
Local architecture is wonderfully varied, and modern palettes can be adapted to suit any property.
Period homes often benefit from warm neutrals and earthy tones that complement original features, while modern builds look fantastic with clean whites, soft greys, and bold accents.
Whatever your style, we help you choose colours that feel fresh, balanced, and beautifully modern.
Why Homeowners Choose Paintr®
People choose Paintr® because we’re reliable, detail‑driven, and genuinely passionate about creating beautiful spaces.
We help you choose modern colours that suit your home, prepare your surfaces with care, and deliver a finish that feels clean, contemporary, and professionally crafted.