DYO has selected “Quiet Power” as its eagerly anticipated Color of the Year. Inspired by the depths of the ocean, this distinctive blue-green hue brings both tranquility and a steady energy to interiors, imparting a sense of calm authority to any space.
By naming Quiet Power as the new year’s color, DYO aims to create a peaceful refuge amid the intensity of urban life with a blue-green shade that evokes the meeting of forests and seas. Used on walls or as an accent on furnishings, the color establishes a timeless, sophisticated atmosphere. Considered a new neutral in architecture, Quiet Power is highly versatile across both residential and commercial settings—especially in home offices, meditation nooks, or entryways—where it helps cultivate a refreshing ambiance.
Quiet Power aligns with the soft tones of the 2026 palette
As part of the calming-tones trend, the 2026 palette features soothing pastel blues and light greens, complemented by warm earth hues that lend a natural feel—tones with which Quiet Power harmonizes seamlessly. At the same time, in schemes where deeper, serene darks convey modern luxury, it asserts its character as an accent wall color or upholstery fabric. Interior trends in Istanbul similarly balance soft pastels and warm earth shades with rich neutrals. The sea-tinged green of Quiet Power pairs well with the city’s traditional motifs and natural materials, achieving an aesthetic that is both modern and culturally rooted. Subtly self-assured, this color strengthens spaces without overwhelming them, becoming a poised element of balance.
