Pantone Colour of the Year - How are homeowners best to use this?

Jo Trotman, Sales and Marketing Manager at The Residence Collection, gives homeowners advice on how to embrace Pantone’s Colour of the Year, Cloud Dancer, in their homes.

“The long-awaited announcement has finally arrived, and Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2026, Cloud Dancer, is set to redefine calm, comfort and timeless design within the home. A soft, airy, white neutral, Cloud Dancer celebrates simplicity and warmth, offering a versatile backdrop that works effortlessly across both contemporary and traditional interiors.

This gentle neutral aligns beautifully with The Residence Collection’s own colour palette, particularly shades for the all new entrance-door such as Clotted Cream, Clay and Grained White. These tones reflect the same sense of understated elegance, creating light-filled spaces that feel welcoming and refined. Grained White is extremely versatile and suits all homes, this is why it’s our most popular finish. Offering a traditional white painted timber look, it represents harmony and balance, while Clotted Cream introduces warmth without overpowering the design. For those looking to add subtle depth, Clay provides a warm and charming neutral, an earthy hue that pairs wonderfully with natural materials.

To introduce Cloud Dancer and complementary neutral tones into your home, start with impactful but considered choices such as window frames, doors and glazing. These architectural elements form the foundation of a space and can elevate the overall aesthetic when finished in soft, timeless shades. Layering in neutral soft furnishings, textured fabrics and natural wood accents will further enhance the calming effect.

By incorporating Cloud Dancer alongside The Residence Collection’s neutral palette, homeowners can create interiors that feel effortlessly stylish, enduringly on trend, and above all, calm and inviting.”