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As we start off 2025, its apparent that interior design trends have embraced moody, sophisticated color palettes that not only offer a sense of luxury but comfort as well. For designers focused on luxury interior spaces, including interior stair railing design, these colors provide a perfect opportunity to enhance the home’s character while adding a pop of color to the space. Follow along as we dive into our favorite colors of 2025 from some of the leading brands. When paired with Feeney’s aluminum railings, each design becomes a statement, in itself, transforming staircases into stunning focal points.
Benjamin Moore: Cinnamon Slate
Starting out the list is Benjamin Moore’s Cinnamon Slate. This shade exudes warmth and comfort, creating a cozy yet refined aesthetic. The velvety plum hue paired with bronze and gold accents, results in a rich, grounded look, which is needed in today’s fast paced, digital world. Picture a room enveloped in this cozy hue, bringing a touch of joy to the center of the home, perfect for traditional and contemporary interiors alike.
Pair Benjamin Moore’s Cinnamon Slate with DesignRail® Custom in Oil Rubbed Bronze, a Walnut top rail and a Laser-Cut Panel in Cubist® for an artistic finish.
Valspar®: Encore
Bold and invigorating, Valspar’s Encore is a deep, moody blue that creates a high-contrast, vintage feel with a modern twist. Pairing softer shades of gray alongside this bold color creates a smooth yet still energetic contrast. Whether you want to color drench a room or add a pop of color to a staircase, this deep blue helps your personality shine through, while still creating an inviting space.
Pair Encore with DesignRail® Custom in Iron Gray, a Weathered Gray top rail and a Stainless Steel Mesh infill in Horizon™ for a striking focal point.
Behr®: Rumors
Behr’s Rumors, a muted, earthy red, makes our favorites list because it lends a sense of mystery and sophistication to an any space. This moody tone is a modern take on the vintage red that has made it’s way back into our hearts. With it’s timeless appeal, this color combination enhances a homes traditional feel while still flourishing with personality.
Pair with an ultra sleek DesignRail® Modern railing in Black to extend the charm to your staircase.
Stainmaster™ – Truffle
If you are looking for something even more down-to-earth, then the rich brown tones of Truffle might be what you have been looking for. Stainmaster™ blends rich chocolate and green tones magically to bring a sense of earthy warmth to the paint choice. A combination that works beautifully in interiors that feature natural materials like wood, stone and foliage.
Embrace this robust shade with lush DesignRail® Custom railing in Sparkling Champagne, a Walnut top rail and Kathali Grays Resin panel to reinforce the adventurous feeling of your space.
Little Greene – Mochi™
Next on the list is the subtle, soft pink of Little Greene’s Mochi™. Fresh and timeless, this shade is perfect for creating that vintage feel that everyone is looking for. Mochi™ brings a soft sophistication to interiors, working beautifully in feminine or minimalist spaces where lightness and luxury are celebrated. For those who want to ease out of the Gray period of 2020, this shades aids in a easy transition, pairing well with white, grays and stone.
Complement with a DesignRail® Custom railing in Modern White with a Cherry top rail, and adding a Laser Cut panel in Agama® for a touch of contemporary charm.
Pantone® – Mocha Mousse
Rounding out the list, Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, brings a fresh yet understated elegance to this year’s moody palette. As Pantone’s very first brown shade, this soft, nougaty brown, exudes warmth and earthy refinement.
Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone® Color Institute, describes it as “infused with subtle elegance,” making it a perfect choice for modern interiors seeking balance and comfort.
Complete your neutral and cozy design by adding DesignRail® Custom in Bright White with a Bamboo Rings Resin panel.
As the need to bring more life and warmth to interior spaces rises again, then so does the need for bold yet cozy colors and we are here for it.
