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<![CDATA[JOHN LAGAKOS REAL ESTATE - 4one6 Blog]]>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:24:02 -0400Weebly<![CDATA[All the 2023 Colours of the Year.]]>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 02:41:08 GMThttps://www.lagakos.com/4one6/all-the-2023-colours-of-the-yearAll the 2023 Colours of the Year

Photo: Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

Need some paint colour inspiration? Perhaps you bought a new home, are prepping your home for sale, or have a space that you want to makeover, this summary may help give you some direction. Every year the colour experts of major paint brands predict the paint colours that they predict will be most popular with consumers. Here are the shades to watch for in 2023, summarized by brand.

Benjamin Moore's 2023 Colour if the Year:

Raspberry Blush 2008-3

"A vivacious shade of coral tinged with pink, Raspberry Blush enlivens the senses with an electric optimism."

Photo: Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

...and below are Benjamin Moore's selections for their 2023 Colour Trends Palette - "inspired by the bold strokes of modern art, the natural changes that occur in metal overtime, and the desire to express ourselves through colour".

Behr's 2023 Colour of The Year: Blank Canvas DC-003

Photo: Courtesy of Behr

Blank Canvas DC-003

"A hopeful and welcoming white with limitless possibilities to transform any vision into a reality"

Photo Courtesy of Behr

Photo Courtesy of Behr

Behr's 2023 Colour Trends Palette:

Sherwin-Williams 2023 Colour of the Year: Redend Point SW 9081

Photo Courtesy of Sherwin Williams

Redend Point SW 9081

"a nourishing and intriguing hue, an inviting neutral inspired by the deep care we feel for our communities, our connections and our crafts. It is subtle, warm and restorative, suitable in commercial or residential spaces where mind and soul can relax and be refreshed."

Photo Courtesy of Sherwin Williams

Sherwin -Williams 2023 Colour Trends Palette:

Dulux 2023 Colour of the Year: Vining Ivy DLX1148-6

Photo Courtesy of Dulux

Vining Ivy DLX1148-6

"An enchanting aqua representing contemporary and traditional styles, it perfectly marries a touch of the past and a taste of the future."

Photo Courtesy of Dulux

Photo Courtesy of Dulux

Dulux 2023 Colour Trends Palette:

Valspar 2023 Colours of the Year

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Valspar 2023 Colours of the Year (No individual colour of the year)

Sico 2023 Colour of the Year: Melt Water 6156-63

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Melt Water 6156-63

"A refreshing blue-green teal that celebrates the healing powers of water and nature.
It represents balance and tranquility while still having both grounded and enchanting elements in its hue."

Photo Courtesy of Sico

Sico 2023 Colours of the Year

]]><![CDATA[November 07th, 2019]]>Thu, 07 Nov 2019 17:35:32 GMThttps://www.lagakos.com/4one6/new-2019-uber-luxe-property-reportNEW: 2019 UBER-LUXE PROPERTY REPORT

According to the new 2019 RE/MAX Uber-Luxe Property Report, sales of luxury Toronto real estate is on the upswing, surpassing 2018 trough levels. Year-to-date sales in the GTA of freehold and condominium properties priced in excess of $5 million topped 100 units between January and October 31. This is up 8.5 per cent from the 94 sales reported during the same period one year ago.

Against a backdrop of lower single-detached housing values, which are down about three per cent from 2018, domestic homebuyers have been steadily returning to the uber-luxe market, especially in Toronto proper. The average price of a freehold property over $5 million now hovers at $6,517,143 down from $6,726,532 in 2018.

“The one consistency in luxury Toronto real estate throughout 2019 has been value – and it’s evident from the bottom end of the market to the top,” says Christopher Alexander, Executive Vice President and Regional Director, RE/MAX of Ontario-Atlantic Canada. “Homebuyers at virtually all price points – including uber-luxe – are kicking the tires once again. As a result, momentum is building in the overall market, which is reflected in the escalation in sales at both the $2 million and $5 million price points.”

KEY FINDINGS

Sales over $5 million up 8.5 per cent year-over-year
Sales at $2 million plus up nine per cent year-over-year
Sales of properties priced from $3-5 MILLION+ down 4.7%
Growing demand for downtown luxury condos
Domestic and Chinese buyers returning to Toronto’s luxury market
Demand is outpacing supply in the downtown core, putting upward pressure on prices and in some instances, creating bidding wars

]]><![CDATA[Paint Colours of the Year 2019!]]>Wed, 24 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.lagakos.com/4one6/colours-of-the-year-announced-2019

It's that time of year yet again, when the colour experts and major paint brands reveal predictions for the top paint colour trends. This year I am really liking some of the colours and will definately be using them when staging my listings. I summarized them by brand, take a look!

Benjamin Moore 2019 Colour of the Year: Metropolitan AF-690

"A stylish gray with cool undertones, metropolitan reflects the modern sophistication of 21st-century design."

Paneled wall painted in Benjamin Moore's Colour of the year, Metropolitan AF-690.
Photo: Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

Living room with walls painted in Metropolitan, trim painted in Decorator's White.
Photo: Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

A comfy bedroom painted in Benjamin Moore Metropolitan.
Photo: Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

...and below are Benjamin Moore's selections for their 2019 Colour Trends Palette:

Behr 2019 Colour of the Year: BLUEPRINT S470-5

"Warmer than denim and softer than navy, Blueprint signifies optimism, authenticity and confidence. It is poised to be a classic for years to come."

A sitting area with walls and raised panel wainscotting painted in Behr Blueprint.
Photo: Courtesy of Behr

A welcoming front entrance door painted in Behr's Colour Of The Year, Blueprint.
Photo: Courtesy of Behr

A double door entrance from the patio painted in Behr Blueprint.
Photo: Courtesy of Behr

...and below are BEHR's selections for their 2019 Colour Trends Palette:

Sherwin Williams 2019 Colour of the Year: Calvern Clay SW 7701

"A warm terracotta color with ancient, elemental roots"

Kitchen island painted in Sherwin-Williams' Calvern Clay
Photo:Courtesy of Sherwin-Williams

Formal dining room with walls painted in Sherwin-Williams' Colour Of The Year, Calvern Clay.
Photo: Courtesy of Sherwin-Williams

Home foyer with walls painted in Sherwin-Williams Calvern Clay.
Photo: Courtesy of Sherwin-Williams

Valspar 2019 Colours of the Year:

Valspar doesn't select one main colour of the year but rather their Colour Trend Palette.

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