As we transition into the cooler months, we’re exploring nine of our favourite warm interior paint colours.
Creating a warm and cosy home starts with the colour on the walls, immediately setting the tone for the interior.
Besides forming a mood-enhancing foundation, a lick of interior paint can invite an instantly tactile and considered quality to any space. Taking inspiration from The Audo, we explore nine seasonal paints for an inviting home – from rich burgundy hues to earthy tones.
This feature originally appeared in est magazine issue #34.

The Audo by Norm Architects
Pancake Mix
We kick off with Dulux’s Pancake Mix; a neutral, tan-like completion and a warm undertone.
Time Capsule
Dulux’s Time Capsule is subtle yet striking – a prime example that brown paint doesn’t have to be dull.
Coffee Clay
Reminiscent of a chai latte, Coffee Clay by Dulux evokes a sense of comfort. Easy to work with, this tan internal paint is perfect for an entryway or living room, with plenty of flexibility for furniture and decor.
Drumbeat
Well-known for their quality, Porter’s Paints Drumbeat exudes unmatched simplicity; a muted brown shade ideally suited to a European-inspired abode.


Ghost Gum
Porter’s paints’ Ghost Gum hand-stirred paint utilises just the right balance of grey and beige pigments, for a light and neutral-toned result.
Thornbird (2012)
Thornbird (2012) is a warm-toned grey by Porter’s Paints, best used as a tactile feature wall.

Backcountry
Resene’s Backcountry is a soft, ochre-tinted interior paint; the essential backdrop for a cosy, comfortable interior.

The Audo by Norm Architects

The Audo by Norm Architects