Color Drenching: The Luxury Paint Trend Elevating Homes in the San Francisco Bay Area
If you’re searching for high-end interior design inspiration in the Bay Area — whether you’re in Marin County, San Rafael, San Anselmo, Redwood City, San Francisco or beyond — if you’ve worked with Together Home, you’ve likely come across the term color drenching. But what is it, and why is it taking over the world of sophisticated home design?
What Is Color Drenching?
Color drenching is a bold and immersive paint technique where a single hue (or tonal family) is used across multiple surfaces in a room — including walls, trim, ceilings, cabinetry, and even built-ins. Rather than using contrasting trim or accent walls, color drenching wraps a room in one cohesive color story.
The result is a space that feels elevated, intentional, and deeply expressive — ideal for homeowners who value design that feels luxurious and curated.
4 Color-Drenched Spaces Making an Impact in Bay Area Homes
1. Soft Terracotta Elegance
We used Farrow & Ball Faded Terracotta in this Edwardian home office to create a warm, sunlit vibe. Painting the trim, cabinetry, and walls in the same soft hue gives the space a timeless glow and makes the craftsmanship shine through without distraction.
2. Moody Indigo Layers
Combining Annie Selke grasscloth wallpaper in Indigo with Benjamin Moore Hale Navy trim resulted in a tactile, elegant study. The monochrome palette makes the space feel grounded and rich — perfect for reading or work.
3. Velvet Tones in a Media Room
Benjamin Moore Silhouette, a smoky gray-brown, transforms this media room into a cozy, cocooning environment. The color draws the eye inward and complements ambient lighting beautifully.
4. A Bold Library in Newburyport Blue
This Marin home features Benjamin Moore Newburyport Blue from floor to ceiling. When used throughout the cabinetry, shelving, and ceiling, it delivers a sophisticated, high-impact look that feels both timeless and fresh.
Why Color Drenching Works
Enhances architectural features by removing visual contrast
Adds drama and sophistication to any room
Perfect for cozying up large spaces or adding depth to smaller ones
An excellent investment for homeowners looking to elevate their interior design
Designing Your Bay Area Home?
If you’re in Marin, San Rafael, San Anselmo, or San Francisco, Redwood City, or beyond and looking to invest in custom, high-end interior design that reflects your lifestyle, we’d love to help. Our design firm specializes in bringing thoughtful, luxurious spaces to life — using color strategically to evoke mood, identity, and purpose.
Ready to transform your space?
Schedule a consultation and let’s bring your dream home to life — one drenched color at a time.