One the eve of Valentine’s Day, we asked our experts from the Remodelista Architect and Designer Directory for their go-to “millennial pink” paints. Their picks range from sweet and subtle to downright seductive, and neutral enough to look at year-round. Here are their favorites.
Photography by Mel Walbridge.
(N.B.: Featured photograph, above, by Justine Hand for Remodelista, from Cape Cod Summer Bedrooms Refreshed with Farrow & Ball Paint.)
![the full range of pinks. 17](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/architects-favorite-blush-pink-paints-remodelista-mel-walbridge-733x489.jpg)
![kriste michelini of california firm kriste michelini interiors recommends 18](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-bridal-pink-benjamin-moore-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
![for pink in \2\20;subtle tones,\2\2\1; san francisco–based 19](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-peignoir-farrow-ball-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
![santa monica based mlk studio opts for calamine from farrow & ball. 20](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-calamine-farrow-ball-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
![also recommended by kriste michelini: soft touch of pink by benjamin moore. 21](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-touch-of-pink-benjamin-moore-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
![Architects 12 Favorite Blush Pink Paints portrait 15](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-wild-aster-benjamin-moore-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
![both la based nickey kehoe and lauren geremia of bay area–based ge 23](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-pink-ground-farrow-ball-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
![jayne michaels of new york city–based firm \2 michaels opts for farrow & 24](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-setting-plaster-farrow-ball-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
![brooklyn firm made has devised a favorite custom pink: a coat o 25](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-seashell-french-wash-sydney-harbor-733x475.jpg)
![another, more rosy, choice from medium plenty: cinder rose by farrow 26](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-architect-pink-paints-cinder-rose-farrow-ball-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
![jon call of mr. call designs in new york city likes valspar’s pale satin 27](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-pale-satin-peach-valspar-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
![marysia rybock of scavullo design recommends benjamin moore\2\ 28](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-southern-charm-benjamin-moore-733x475.jpg)
![and finally, the brightest of the picks: michael howell of howells archite 29](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/remodelista-blush-pink-paints-benjamin-moore-coral-reef-mel-walbridge-733x475.jpg)
For more on our top paint picks, head to our Palette & Paints tag page. And for more pink palettes, see:
- Blush in the Bedroom: 9 Unexpectedly Unfussy Pink Boudoirs
- Powder Room: 11 Favorite Pink-Hued Bathrooms, Modern Edition
- Rethink Pink: 14 Favorite Graphic, Un-Frilly Rugs in Rose Hues
Frequently asked questions
What is the article about?
The article is about the favorite pink paint colors of architects.
Why are these paint colors popular with millennials?
These paint colors are popular with millennials because they are soft, soothing, and more gender-neutral than traditional pinks.
What are some of the popular pink paint colors mentioned in the article?
Some of the popular pink paint colors mentioned in the article are Benjamin Moore's First Light, Farrow & Ball's Pink Ground, and Sherwin-Williams' Romance.
Are these pink paint colors suitable for any room in the house?
Yes, these pink paint colors can be used in any room in the house. They are versatile and can be paired with a variety of decor styles.
Can I use these pink paint colors if I don't consider myself a 'millennial'?
Yes, you can use these pink paint colors regardless of your age or generation. The article is simply highlighting a trend among millennials.
Are these pink paint colors expensive?
The prices of these paint colors vary, but they are generally similar in cost to other high-quality paint brands.
Do these pink paint colors come in different finishes?
Yes, these pink paint colors come in different finishes, such as matte, eggshell, and semi-gloss.
Are these pink paint colors eco-friendly?
Some of the paint brands mentioned in the article, such as Farrow & Ball and Benjamin Moore, offer eco-friendly paint options.
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