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Laminex Launches Colour Collection 2027 Inspired by Australian Landscapes

architecture-design · 2026-09-25

Laminex has unveiled its Colour Collection 2027, which includes ten new decors inspired by the diverse landscapes of Australia. This collection features four Australian Native Woodgrains alongside six solid colours that range from sandy neutrals to deep red ochre. The designs capture the essence of various terrains, such as the Victorian High Country and the Nullarbor, merging cooler alpine shades with warm neutrals and rich earth tones. These surfaces are ideal for cabinetry, joinery, and furniture, enabling both soothing and striking colour combinations. Founded in Melbourne in 1934 by Bob Sykes, Laminex has spent over 90 years integrating colour and surface into interior design. The collection was showcased in collaboration with Dezeen, with all images credited to BUNSTON.

Key facts

  • Laminex launched the Colour Collection 2027, featuring ten new decors: four Australian Native Woodgrains and six solid colours.
  • The colours range from sandy neutrals to a rich red ochre, inspired by Australian landscapes such as the Victorian High Country, the Nullarbor, the Red Centre and the east coast's native hardwood forests.
  • The collection includes cooler alpine tones, sun-warmed neutrals, pink-toned browns and deeper earth hues.
  • Laminex was founded in Melbourne in 1934 by designer Bob Sykes and has operated for over 90 years.
  • The surfaces are designed for cabinetry, joinery, furniture and larger architectural surfaces in interior projects.
  • The collection allows for low-contrast, calming spaces or high-contrast, impactful spaces through different combinations.
  • Laminex states that Australian sunlight reveals undertones, amplifies warmer hues and alters the relationship between colour and grain throughout the day.
  • All images are by BUNSTON, and the article was written by Dezeen for Laminex as partnership content.

Entities

Artists

  • Bob Sykes

Institutions

  • Laminex
  • Dezeen
  • BUNSTON
  • Dezeen Showroom

Locations

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Victorian High Country
  • Nullarbor
  • Red Centre

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