Mid-Century ModernNorth-Facing

Harvest Fruits 3

Dulux

The Analysis

Harvest Fruits 3 is a soft, warm peach-toned apricot that adds immediate warmth to a room without feeling overwhelming. With an LRV of 60.8, it reflects a significant amount of light, making smaller rooms feel brighter and more open.

This colour works best as a main wall shade in living areas or kitchens where you want a welcoming atmosphere. It isn't a neutral, so use it as the primary feature to set a casual, upbeat tone.

LRV 61

History & Origin

It carries a vintage, mid-century influence reminiscent of 1950s kitchen palettes and warm, sun-drenched homes. It feels fresh today because it deviates from the standard gray and white trends while staying grounded.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with natural light oak or walnut wood tones to enhance the warmth, and use matte black hardware to prevent the room from looking too 'sweet.' It performs excellently in kitchens or breakfast nooks where you want to promote a social, high-energy environment.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels energizing and optimistic, providing a subtle 'glow' that can counteract gloomy days. It is an approachable, friendly shade that keeps a room feeling cheerful rather than clinical or stark.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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