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New Year, New Color Trends

 
New Year, New Color Trends
Color of the Year 2026: Hazelnut Crunch
Photo from Ace Hardware Website
 
The Color of the Year for 2026 is Hazelnut Crunch, a warm, earthy brown that feels cozy, grounded, and effortlessly timeless. Even better for us locals? Hazelnuts are Oregon’s state nut (often called filberts), making this shade feel especially at home in Central Oregon interiors.
 
Unveiled by Ace Hardware as the 2026 Color of the Year for its Clark+Kensington paint line, Hazelnut Crunch reflects a growing desire for spaces that feel restorative, calm, and connected to nature. According to Ace, today’s homeowners are leaning into interiors that slow things down, embracing comfort, warmth, and materials that feel both familiar and grounding.
Why Hazelnut Crunch Is Trending for 2026
 
Selected in partnership with color forecasting experts at Colour Hive, Hazelnut Crunch was inspired by rising design movements like biophilic design, cozy minimalism, and nature-rooted living. It strikes a beautiful balance between bold and neutral, rich enough to add depth, yet versatile enough to work across a wide range of home styles.
How to Use Hazelnut Crunch for Home Staging
 
When it comes to staging, Hazelnut Crunch works best as an accent, not an overwhelm. Rather than painting every wall, consider using it strategically:
  • A single feature wall in a living room or bedroom
  • A kitchen island or built-in cabinetry
  • Layered through décor like pillows, ceramics, artwork, or wood accents
Used this way, Hazelnut Crunch adds warmth and visual interest while keeping spaces light, open, and easy for buyers to imagine themselves living in.
Colors that pair beautifully with Hazelnut Crunch
 
Instead of chasing exact shades, think in color families that naturally balance Hazelnut Crunch:
Warm whites & soft ivories – keep spaces light and balanced
Greige or light taupe – modern, clean, and very buyer-friendly
Soft sage or olive green – brings in an outdoor, Central Oregon feel
 
Muted clay or terracotta – adds subtle warmth without overpowering
You don’t need to repaint the whole house. Strategic touches of this rich, earthy tone paired with calm, complementary colors can elevate a home’s presentation and create that “this feels like home” moment buyers love.
 
As Ace puts it, whether you’re refreshing a single room or reimagining your entire home, this shade offers a versatile backdrop for relaxed, comfortable living and it’s one we expect to see throughout homes in 2026 and beyond.
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