There are four color palettes in Ascension, the theme of Boysen Color Trend 2024-25. There’s Awakening, Alchemy, Artistry, and Abundance. Today, we turn our focus to Alchemy and the colors in the palette. What is Alchemy Alchemy is the transformation of matter. A medieval science and philosophy, it was primarily concerned with attempting to transform base metals into gold. The dream was to take something readily found and procured, and through a process yet to be uncovered, turn it into something of beauty and value. Additionally, its practitioners—the alchemists—were also in…

We’ve just officially launched Boysen Color Trend 2024/2025 a few weeks back. Were you able to drop by Interior & Design Manila or Worldbex to check out the new hues? If not, don’t worry.  Visit Boysen’s showroom, The Color Library, to see the new Boysen Color Trend colors for yourself. BOYSEN Color Trend 2024/2025 The theme for this year is Ascension. By definition, ascension is the act of rising to an important position or a higher level.  While ascension can mean different things for different people, we tried to encapsulate this…

First of all, what is skimcoat? Skimcoat is a surface preparation product and an alternative plastering material that corrects surface imperfections, giving concrete walls a smooth appearance. It’s great at repairing bubbles, honeycombs, and other concrete defects like waviness and plumbness. While formulation may vary depending on the manufacturer, skimcoat can usually correct imperfections that are 2 mm to 3 mm thick. An example of a skimcoat product is Konstrukt Permaplast K-201 High-Performance Acrylic Skimcoat! Need it for an upcoming project? Here are things you need to know before you start. Always…

Color Stories, an interactive booth concept, is back in Worldbex 2024. For those who had not seen it when we introduced it in 2019, these are huge murals which visitors can paint using the latest colors of Color Trend 2024-2025. So that’s what’s new for this year: You can get to try out the fresh paint colors of Boysen, all 24 of them. However, we will not be setting up all of the four new murals at the same time like in 2019, but only one at a time. The reason…

2024 is supposedly a big year for change and transition. It could be finding better job opportunities, tying the knot with your soulmate, or even moving to your dream home! We can’t really help you with the first two. But the last one? Let it B is here for you. Redecorating, renovating, or building your dream home from the ground up requires some very thorough planning. Scouring resources online can only take you so far, why not drop by an actual construction exhibit to look at your options? Invitation to WORLDBEX…

We spend almost a third of our lives sleeping. Therefore, we probably invest the most amount of time at home in our bedrooms. However, our bedrooms aren’t just spaces for snoozing. It’s where we relax and unwind after a long and tiring day. Make sure your bedroom is as relaxing and cozy as it can be with the Awakening Color Palette of Boysen Color Trend 2024/2025. Calm Mind & Hazy Dream Sometimes, it can be hard to shut our brains off after a particularly hectic day. Set up a bedtime routine…

Not all of us have the luxury of an abundance of space at home. Unfortunately, feeling cramped in your kitchen can make cooking more difficult and laborious. Don’t worry. There are quite a few ways to make a small kitchen seem more spacious than it actually is. Here are just a few tips! Have Some Open Shelving Storage spaces are essential in small kitchens. Having all the storage in your kitchen as cabinets makes sense in terms of practicality, but don’t dismiss having floating shelves too. First, they make your kitchen…

ASCENSION is the theme for the Boysen Color Trend 2024-2025. There is power in names and labels, which is why after the Color Trend 2022-2023 called FLOURISH, we dare to say that the latest trend’s overarching theme is ASCENSION. The color palettes—Breathe, Move, Bloom, Live—of FLOURISH talked about the four natural elements essential to life, namely, air, water, earth, and fire. This we boldly claimed right after the the lifting of pandemic lockdowns that encased us all in discrete bubbles of solitude supposedly for our safety. That was two years ago.…

Curious about Boysen Cool Shades? It’s an innovative product with a very practical feature—it can cool down your home. It’s no surprise that we get a lot of inquiries about it. So, we thought to address our most frequently received questions in a blog post. Here you go! What is Boysen Cool Shades? Boysen Cool Shades is a heat-reflecting roof paint. This special property means it can also lower the heat inside your home. It’s a useful feature when you live in the Philippines where the heat can be punishing. Having…

We are excited to announce that Boysen will be launching the 2024-2025 Color Trend at the Interior and Design Manila 2024 at the SMX Convention Center. Four color palettes will be introduced, with each palette containing six paint colors, or a total of 24 colors. Ascension is the name of the new Color Trend, a signal that we are transforming as a people that went through the global pandemic, moved on to strive and thrive as symbolized by Color Trend 2022-2023. Despite the turbulence that the world is experiencing nowadays with…

Thinking of giving your living space a makeover? You’re not alone. Like many others, your Pinterest boards may be overflowing with interior design and home color inspirations. If you want something more cohesive and aligned with 2024 trends, check out the article below. https://www.myboysen.com/pinterest-predictions-for-home-trends-for-2024/ Seeing these designs and inspirations on screen is one thing, but having an actual look and feel of the trends is another. The good news is that exhibit season for the Philippine construction and interior design is right around the corner, starting with Interior & Design Manila…

Hi, Lettie. I primed my concrete with Boysen Acrytex Primer. But now I want to use Boysen Permacoat Latex as a topcoat finish. Is this okay? Thanks. Regards, Boysen User P Hi, Boysen User P. Thanks for your inquiry! The answer to your question is yes. Generally, you can apply Boysen Permacoat Latex on top of a surface that has been primed with Boysen Acrytex Primer. It all boils down to paint compatibility. You did the right thing by making sure that your primer and topcoat are compatible with each other.…

Light definitely affects color. When you go into a space with natural light streaming in, you will see vibrant colors. When you go back into the same space in the late afternoon, you may notice that the colors have lost their intensity. This is what Bea talks about in the video. Light Temperature and Color Bea also talks about artificial light. Light temperature affects how we feel in a space. You may have noticed that restaurants choose warm light to create an inviting mood, while schools choose cool lighting to keep…

The living room can become a catchall for random bits and bobs in the home. This can be in the form of decor, stationery, or clutter in general. This start of the year, give your home’s living room a fresh new look starting with this quick cleaning guide. Declutter As with all our other cleaning guides, one of the first steps is to buckle down and declutter the space. Are there any receipts or magazines that are taking up space in your coffee table? What about books on the shelves that…

Summer is drawing near. Sundrenched spaces and sun-kissed skin will be filling up our social media feeds soon to tempt us to seek places where we can do our own sun rituals. We don’t need to go to warmer climes to do that. We can do it right here in our islands. We can even do it right here in our homes. Let’s prepare our homes to catch the splendor of the sun and bring its radiance into our homes. The colors in your living spaces could be the light catchers.…

Good day, Lettie. I would like to inquire about the available swatches in The Color Library. Would it be possible to see the swatch options? Looking forward to hearing from you. Thank you, Boysen User G — Hi, Boysen User G! Alright, so let’s clear things up first. What are you referring to when you say “swatches”? Because, essentially, The Color Library itself is a collection of paint swatches! Visit the store and you’ll be able to browse, hold, and admire them in your hands. The Color Library houses a collection…

Ever in-tune with the latest and on-trend, Press Loft, a company that provides marketing material and tools for brands all over the world, has released its prediction for the colors that will make it big in the first half of 2024. Will any of these make it to your home? Cherry Cola Want understatedly chic and daring? You got it. A beautifully luxurious and delectable deep red is likely going to be around a lot this year—so lovers of bold, rejoice! Press Loft calls it “Cherry Cola” but it’s essentially crimson,…

Remember those days when life was slow and oh so mellow, when people didn’t walk around with heads deep down into their mobile phones, when you could hear birds chirp, feel a cool breeze tousling your hair, when you didn’t have to push your way through a crowd because there was space for everyone’s personal bubble, when QC to the domestic airport took only 20 minutes by taxi via an EDSA that was a highway and not a parking lot, when neighborhood kids got together to bike, play ball, climb trees……

To stay sane, one needs to find time to step away from the hectic 9-to-5 every now and then. For this, a lot of us turn to traveling and even going on mini, everyday adventures like checking out the new exhibit at the nearby art gallery. Make the most of these moments and soak in all that you can. Here are some tips: Take In Your Surroundings Most will agree that though traveling is for the most part enriching and enjoyable, it can also be quite stressful. Going on adventures involves…