The bold rise of colour-drenched interiors
Teleisha Thomas
September 2025Move over feature walls, colour drenching is the new way to bring personality into your home.
As interior design continues to favour mood and materiality, this colour treatment has emerged as a considered approach to creating immersive, tonal spaces.
Defined by the application of a single hue across all walls, ceilings, doors, and trims, colour drenching offers a sense of cohesion that extends beyond aesthetics. By eliminating visual breaks and contrast points, this technique allows the eye to move freely across the space, creating a calm, enveloping effect. You don’t need to match every element perfectly; different tones of the same shade work just as well to build a rich, layered look.
Renowned Australian Designer David Flack is no stranger to this technique, as seen in his own Brunswick home, where yellow ochre paint, cabinetry and multi-faceted stone fashion a cheerful kitchen. While olive-toned walls and joinery create an inviting, earthy atmosphere in the bedroom.
Yellow kitchen and olive bedroom: 7 Howard Street, Brunswick, recently sold by Jellis Craig Northern
While colour drenching is often associated with bold shades, it works just as well in soft neutrals. Clay, stone, and grey tones are increasingly popular in bedrooms and smaller spaces. The result is cozy and intentionally quiet.
In bathrooms, the same rules apply. However, in these spaces the trend takes the form of a continuous material. A single stone, tile or hue, might be applied across walls, cabinetry, and even basins. The result is an immersive space, proving that even the most practical rooms can feel elevated and cohesive. Whether realised in muted travertine or high-impact marble, this approach draws focus to texture and creates a spa-like atmosphere. Dip your toes into the trend by starting with a small space such as a powder room.
Beyond aesthetics, colour drenching is refreshingly practical. If you’re painting yourself, it means less cutting in with small brushes and less time spent switching between colours. With one paint colour across walls, trims, and ceilings, the process is streamlined and accessible for DIY projects. The result is a space that feels cohesive and considered.
Burgundy bathroom: 35 Hutchinson Street, Brunswick, sold by Jellis Craig Northern
Creating an emotional connection with potential buyers is a key part of preparing your home for sale. Colour drenching helps make your home feel intentional and memorable, resonating with buyers who are drawn to spaces that feel unique and thoughtfully designed. By adding personality to just a few key areas, you can leave a lasting impression and elevate your home’s appeal in a competitive market.
Rust interiors: 24 Victoria Road, Northcote, recently sold by Jellis Craig Inner North
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