Latest Dispatches

I’m Torlando. Back at the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design, we spent hours dissecting the emotional weight of a single pigment in a sterile studio. But academia doesn't prepare you for the brutal, unforgiving reality of the Florida sun.

We are seeing a profound shift in Interior Painting Trends. After a long, cool spell dominated by stark whites and chilly blue-grays, homeowners are craving warmth, texture, and authenticity. They want homes that feel grounded, not staged.

Trends come and go. We witnessed the era of Tuscan beige, followed immediately by the decade of stark, cool gray. But as we settle into a new era of design, we aren’t just looking for “what’s hot” — we are looking for what lasts.

In my line of work, navigating paint trends is less about following the crowd and more about understanding the psychology of color. When a shade consistently rises to the top of homeowner interest, as I’ve seen with Sherwin Williams Trending Colors, it’s usually reflecting a collective desire for a certain emotional state. Right now, in a world that moves too quickly, we are craving stillness and peace.

Hello Color Friends!

As the calendar year closes, and we settle into the deep, reflective comfort of the season, my eye is always drawn to colors that feel less like passing fads and more like anchors for the soul. This time of year calls for spaces that feel intentionally designed, cozy, and deeply restorative. The current trend I am most excited to see homeowners embrace is one that offers instant refinement and luxurious depth. I’m talking about Sherwin Williams Clove SW 9605.

Sometimes a story isn’t just about color; it’s about resilience. I was reminded of this recently during a consultation with a client, Kellie. She and her husband, Judd, are deeply committed to their community, owning the building that houses a sober living home for men in recovery. Kellie is heavily involved with the organization, so when a charcoal grill fire tragically burned that building down, the loss was immense. As if that wasn’t enough, this happened at the same time they were in the middle of building their own new personal home.

Walk into any Sherwin-Williams store, and the wall of options can be overwhelming. SuperPaint, Cashmere, Duration, Emerald… they all promise a beautiful finish, but they’re designed for different needs, budgets, and spaces. As a professional who has rolled, brushed, and sprayed gallons of each, I’m here to demystify the choices and help you select the perfect can for your project.

Every great home starts with a story. I recently had the honor of helping write a new chapter for Kylin and Talyah, a wonderful couple building their first home from the ground up in the quiet, expansive landscape of Holden, Utah. Their dream was clear: to create a warm, modern, and deeply personal space to put down roots and grow their future family.

As a color designer and painter, I’m always on the lookout for hues that strike the perfect balance between serenity and sophistication. Softened Green by Sherwin Williams (SW 6177) is one such color. It’s a shade of green that feels quiet rather than shouting out at you, making it incredibly versatile for various applications in your home.

In the vast spectrum of paint colors, certain hues possess an inherent gravity, an ability to anchor a space while simultaneously evoking a profound sense of mood and sophistication. Sherwin Williams’ Rock Bottom (SW 7062) is unequivocally one such color. A deep, contemplative shade residing somewhere between charcoal, olive, and rich earth, Rock Bottom offers dwellers and designers a versatile tool for crafting spaces imbued with quiet drama and enduring style.