As luxe design trends continue to rise, Plascon introduces a bold new palette for 2025. The Dark Family brings rich, dramatic tones inspired by Roman opulence and South Africa’s evolving design sensibilities.
These hues balance classic heritage with modern elegance, inviting homeowners to embrace a contemporary “Regency reboot” that’s both sophisticated and deeply connected to history.
Part of Plascon’s broader 2025 Colour Forecast, the Dark palette is one of four distinct families, alongside Bright, Natural, and Neutral. The overarching theme of hybridity encourages personal expression through curated combinations.
A Palette of Neo Noir Sophistication
The Dark Family draws inspiration from the mystique of film noir while reinterpreting it for the modern home. Think rich, shadowy tones with jewel-like depth and textural warmth.
- Black Bean (71): A softer, cooler alternative to pure black, with earthy brown undertones.
- Black Beard (B7-E1-1): Midnight purple inflections for a luxurious focal point.
- Rhine Castle (54): A grey-brown shade, subtler than millennial grey, adding understated elegance.
- Mother Earth (Y1-E1-1): A grounded deep khaki, sophisticated yet organic.
- Beautiful Brown Eyes (R3-E1-1): A leather-like brown, evoking masculine refinement.
- Showstopper (102): A striking garnet-ruby red hybrid, rich and dramatic.
- Mystic Copper (03-C1-1): A moody carnelian orange with gemstone intensity.
Each shade is nuanced and versatile, working as either tone-on-tone sophistication or grounding accents within eclectic palettes.
The “Bold Money” Aesthetic
The collection aligns with a growing interior design movement Plascon calls “bold money” – a modern take on the old-money aesthetic. These colours embody richness and refinement but with an edge, blending heritage-inspired tones with contemporary jewel accents.
“Whether used as subtle details or as statement-making wall-to-wall colour, the Dark Family infuses any space with an opulent allure,” says Kristel Dreyer, Brand Marketing Manager at Kansai Plascon.
Design Possibilities
- Accent Walls: Use Black Beard or Showstopper for dramatic features in living rooms or dining spaces.
- Whole-Room Immersion: Black Bean and Mother Earth create depth and intimacy when used across walls and ceilings.
- Luxury Touches: Mystic Copper and Beautiful Brown Eyes add warmth and refinement to furniture or cabinetry.
The collection allows homeowners to layer history and modernity, offering versatility for both bold maximalist interiors and timeless, understated spaces.
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The Dark Family proves that dark doesn’t have to mean flat or oppressive. Instead, it represents nuanced sophistication — the perfect harmony of past and present.
For full details on the Plascon Colour Forecast 2025, visit www.plasconcolour.co.za.
