Fans of paint trends, rejoice: BEHR’s 2027 Color of the Year has been revealed. The chosen shade is Grounded (T27-01), an elegant olive green that moves between moss and olive with subtle brown undertones. It reads as earthy and warm without feeling heavy, making it a versatile option for a range of interiors.
“Grounded felt right for that shift because there’s more happening in it than you see at first glance,” says Kayla Kratz, Head of Color at Behr Paint Company. “It moves between moss and olive, with subtle brown undertones that give the green warmth and weight. The moss gives it life, the olive brings warmth and the earth underneath gives it roots.”
What to Know About Behr’s Paint Color ‘Grounded’
Grounded is the anchor of Behr’s 2027 Color Trends Palette, which features a mix of warm neutrals, earthy greens, muted pinks, soft blues and deeper accent shades. This palette reflects how people are redefining comfort at home: not simply calmness, but warmth, personality and layered depth.
According to Kratz, the palette addresses evolving expectations for residential spaces. “There’s still a strong desire for home to be the place where we can exhale,” she says. “What’s changing is how we create that feeling. We’re making room for more warmth, depth and personality, even in spaces designed to feel calm.”
Grounded pairs beautifully with warm woods, natural stone, leather, linen and warm metal finishes such as brass and bronze. If you’re not ready to repaint a full room, consider using Grounded on a single door, a built-in, a bathroom vanity or a kitchen island to introduce the color without committing to a whole space.
Why Olive Green Can Be Both Trendy and Timeless
Olive green is a rare hue that feels both trendy and timeless. It updates interiors that have relied on cool grays and stark whites, while maintaining the versatility to act almost like a neutral.
“My first reaction to Grounded was that it feels warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully sophisticated,” says Melissa Franco, Senior Set Designer/Set Stylist at Trusted Media Brands. “It has a cozy, comforting quality that immediately makes a space feel more inviting, while still feeling elevated and polished.”
Franco points out that Grounded’s depth allows it to function beyond an accent color. It works across styles—from modern to traditional—and complements a wide range of materials. To emphasize the shade’s earthy undertones, she suggests layering warmer finishes and tactile materials.
Recommended pairings include rich cognac leather, warm wood tones, aged-bronze or brass hardware, and natural textures such as linen, rattan, jute and wool. These combinations create interiors that feel relaxed, stylish and intentional—spaces meant for both daily living and quiet retreat.
Where to Use Grounded
Practical ways to introduce Grounded into your home:
- Feature wall in living rooms or bedrooms to add depth without overwhelming the space.
- Kitchen islands or lower cabinets for a grounded focal point that pairs with neutral uppers.
- Bathroom vanities to bring a spa-like, natural feeling through color and texture.
- Doors, trim and built-ins to create architectural interest without repainting entire rooms.
- Accent furniture or shelving for subtle color that ties together warm accessories.
Looking Back at Previous Behr Colors of the Year
Grounded continues a decade-long Color of the Year program from Behr, reflecting shifts in how people define comfort in the home. The last ten winners illustrate a move from restorative blues and greens to warmer, more expressive tones.
- 2027: Grounded — A mossy olive green with subtle brown undertones.
- 2026: Hidden Gem — A smoky jade blending blue and green.
- 2025: Rumors — A deep ruby red.
- 2024: Cracked Pepper — A soft black.
- 2023: Blank Canvas — A warm, welcoming white.
- 2022: Breezeway — A silvery green with cool undertones.
- 2021: Canyon Dusk — An earthy terracotta.
- 2020: Back To Nature — A restorative, meadow-inspired green.
- 2019: Blueprint — A mid-tone blue.
- 2018: In The Moment — A blue-green and Behr’s first Color of the Year.
“Over that decade, we’ve watched the idea of comfort in the home become more personal and more expressive,” Kratz reflects. “Grounded feels like a natural next chapter. We still want home to settle us; we just want that sense of comfort to hold more warmth, color, and life.”
Behr paint is sold exclusively at The Home Depot stores.
Sources
Kayla Kratz, Head of Color at Behr Paint Company
Melissa Franco, Senior Set Designer/Set Stylist at Trusted Media Brands