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Dulux paint: 2020 Colour Awards finalists announced

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When it comes to our mood, the transformative power of colour is well documented. And while we’re all searching for little pick-me-ups (to escape the unfolding horror), the arrival of the 2020 Dulux Colour Awards finalists is a welcome distraction indeed. Currently in its 34th year, the 107 finalists span a variety of categories, but it’s the residential ones that interest us the most. From suede effects to bold coloured joinery, there’s an abundance of inspiration to be found.

Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. St Kilda Residence by Doherty Design Studio. Photographer: Derek Swalwell
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. St Kilda Residence by Doherty Design Studio. Photographer: Derek Swalwell

“Architects and designers have set a new precedent with this year’s awards program submissions. They have exhibited original and masterful use of both colour and texture in their design approach, creating sophisticated interior and exterior spaces,” says Andrea Lucena- Orr, Dulux Colour planning and communications manager.

Suede effects
No longer a 1990s’ relic, suede effect walls appear to be back on trend, though interpreted through a modern lens.  “We have seen the emergence of textures, such as concrete effects, patinas, French ash and Suede Effects in both commercial and residential spaces. Repetition of these textures paired with unexpected tones was apparent, such as yellow, red and coral in the form of accent walls, cabinetry, doors, skylights and trims,” says Andrea.

Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Perfect Storm by Green Anvil Co, Killing Matt Woods, Set for Art. Photographer: Kat Lu.
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Perfect Storm by Green Anvil Co, Killing Matt Woods, Set for Art. Photographer: Kat Lu
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Orchard House by Chelsea Hing. Photographer: Rhiannon Taylor.
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Orchard House by Chelsea Hing. Photographer: Rhiannon Taylor
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Budge Over Dover by Amber Road. Photographer: Prue Ruscoe.
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Budge Over Dover by Amber Road. Photographer: Prue Ruscoe

Coloured cabinetry
From emerald green to coral and a variety of blue shades, there’s barely a white cabinet to be found in the finalist list. Statement making, we think these bold shades are a fabulous alternative to run-of-the-mill, neutral tones.

Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Malvern Residence by Doherty Design Studio. Photographer: Derek Swalwell
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Malvern Residence by Doherty Design Studio. Photographer: Derek Swalwell
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Orchard House by Chelsea Hing. Photographer: Rhiannon Taylor
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Orchard House by Chelsea Hing. Photographer: Rhiannon Taylor
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Centennial Park House by Balmoral Blue House by Esoteriko Interior Architecture.Photographer: David Wheeler.
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Centennial Park House by Balmoral Blue House by Esoteriko Interior Architecture.Photographer: David Wheeler
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Brunswick Residence by Lucy Bock Studio Photographer: Derek Swalwell.
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Brunswick Residence by Lucy Bock Studio Photographer: Derek Swalwell
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Ruckers Hill House by Studio Bright. Photographer: Rory Gardiner
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Ruckers Hill House by Studio Bright. Photographer: Rory Gardiner
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Bourke Street Apartment by Fowler and Ward. Photographer: Tom Blachford.
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Bourke Street Apartment by Fowler and Ward. Photographer: Tom Blachford

Green & timber
Our obsession with the outdoors continues with many of the projects using tranquil green tones alongside timber in all its forms. “Many briefs discussed the need for the space to be conducive for rest and a connection to nature, which translated to the employment of botanicals and natural materials, such as timber in both interiors and exteriors,” says Andrea.

Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Concrete Blonde by Carter Williamson. Photographer: Katherine Lu.
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Concrete Blonde by Carter Williamson. Photographer: Katherine Lu
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Gillies Hall by Jackson Clements Burrows. Photographer: Peter Clarke.
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Gillies Hall by Jackson Clements Burrows. Photographer: Peter Clarke
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Angophora Pavillion by Ava Shirley Architect. Photographer: Michael Nicholson and James Deck
Dulux Colour Awards 2020 – Residential Interior. Angophora Pavillion by Ava Shirley Architect.
Photographer: Michael Nicholson and James Deck

The judging panel will select winners and commended projects across the six categories. The Australian Grand Prix title is also up for grabs with a $5000 AUD prize in Australia, and $5000 NZD on offer in New Zealand.

The judging panel includes Adele Winteridge, Director of Foolscap Studio; Jean-Pierre Biasol, Director of Biasol Design Studio; Jonathan Richards, Director of Richards Stanisich Architecture; Kathryn Robson, Director of Robson Rak Architects & Interiors; and Toni Brandso, Director of New Zealand’s Material Creative.

Winners will be announced in the coming months.

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  1. AvatarJason Myopic says

    March 27, 2020 at 9:04 am

    Great post! The colors are beautiful. I can see them being used both inside and outside. They would look gorgeous on a front door!

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  2. AvatarTam Tran says

    October 27, 2020 at 8:07 am

    I would like to know the paint colours that the award winners used. Without that, it’s pointless to call this article a Dulux competition.

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