The Top 10 Interior Paint Colours Trending in South Africa for 2025

In 2025, South African homeowners are embracing a harmonious blend of nature-inspired palettes, rich earthy hues, and expressive accent shades. Influenced by our sunny climate, diverse landscapes, and an evolving sense of local design, interior paint colours are taking on a more personalised, mood-driven approach. Whether you’re refreshing a family home, styling your first flat, or undertaking a DIY makeover, the right colour can completely transform your space.

From calming neutrals to playful pastels, this year’s top trends offer something for every taste. And with Olympic Paints leading the way in colour innovation, you’ll find a perfect match for any room and a few surprises you didn’t know you needed.

Each colour below has been carefully curated by the Olympic Paints colour team, drawing on global trends and local South African preferences. Browse the list, find inspiration, and click through to explore each product in more detail.

Creativity in 2025 is all about embracing the bold, the vibrant, and the unexpected. This year’s “Inspiring Creativity” palette embodies the fearless spirit of self-expression, inspired by colour innovators such as artist Frida Kahlo, architect Antoni Gaudí, and fashion maven Iris Apfel. From energetic purples to joyful pinks, off-centre greens, and rich oranges, these shades are all about sparking excitement and innovation in your home.

This palette encourages the adventurous at heart to experiment with colour blocking, mixing, and matching contrasting tones. It’s perfect for those who want to create spaces that are as unique and bold as they are.

Pair with: Pastels, soft whites, velvet furniture, light oak timber, and bold accent furniture.

Nature’s soothing hues are the stars of the “Inspiring Balance” palette. From deep forest greens to rich earthy browns, these tones create a tranquil, grounded feel that brings the outside in. They evoke a sense of peace and well-being, making them ideal for spaces like bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices. Places where we seek rest and clarity. These colours work in harmony with natural materials, bringing a spa-like serenity to your home.

Pair with: Dark accents, textured linen, and warm neutrals.

If you’re looking to inject some sunshine and energy into your home, the “Inspiring Happiness” palette is for you. With buttery yellows, playful blues, and sweet pastels, these tones are all about creating vibrant, uplifting spaces. Perfect for kitchens, playrooms, and creative studios, these colours are designed to boost mood and motivation. Whether you want to wake up a tired space or add a dose of joy to a room, this palette delivers.

Pair with: Terrazzo tiling, dark blue or navy accents, acrylic furniture, off-white linens, and florals.

For the explorers and dreamers, the “Inspiring Adventure” palette invites you to embrace boldness and curiosity. These colours draw inspiration from vast landscapes, deserts, oceans, and mountains, infusing your space with a sense of discovery and quiet confidence. Whether you’re creating a statement feature wall, adding accents to a ceiling, or introducing travel-inspired finishes, this palette is all about bringing the spirit of adventure indoors.

Pair with: Dark leather, marble, light or dark timber furniture, charcoal, and light beige linens.

If you’re designing a home office or studio, the “Inspiring Productivity” palette is designed to fuel determination and focus. Cooler hues help reduce glare and enhance concentration, while warmer tones foster connection and understanding, making them ideal for professional spaces. Whether you need an energising environment or a more subtle, confident tone, this palette is perfect for boosting productivity without sacrificing style.

Pair with: Charcoals, dark timbers, cool beige, terracotta ceramics, and brass accents.

Looking for more? Check out our 2025 collection, a thoughtfully curated selection from our PlatinumPlus range that embraces timeless elegance, bold expression, and the transformative power of paint.

Explore our full colour range or get started with the VibrAInt Colour Lab. Need expert advice? Our team of experts is ready to assist.