Homes today are way calmer, more expressive and more personal. Materials shape this shift, especially surfaces that hold colour and texture in a way people can live with every day. The latest laminate board shades from REHAU build on that understanding. They bring a refined palette, clearer identities and a smoother design experience for both homeowners and designers.
Riviera, the New Calm
Riviera leads this update. The collection focuses on clean, composed tones that fit comfortably into modern homes. The colours feel familiar yet fresh. Earl Grey gives depth without heaviness. Shiitake adds a grounded warmth. Seafoam brings a quiet coolness that works well in compact spaces. Biscotti and French Vanilla offer soft brightness, light enough to keep a room relaxed throughout the day. These shades sit well on REHAU laminate boards because the material holds colour with consistency. Light does not distort the tones. Textures remain even. The finish feels dependable. For designers working across kitchens, wardrobes or wall panels, this stability helps them maintain one smooth visual story.
The Larger Rauvisio Family
Riviera is part of a thoughtful progression in the Rauvisio laminate family. Rauvisio crystal remains one of the most distinct offerings. It carries the appearance of real glass without the weight or the processing limitations of glass. The glossy version brings clarity. The matt variant softens light and creates a gentle, elegant mood. Both stay scratch resistant and colour stable, and both process like regular laminates, making them practical for kitchens and other high use spaces. Rauvisio ace adds warmth through a super matte finish with a soft touch. The surface does not hold fingerprints and keeps a steady appearance under different lighting. This makes it useful in living rooms, bedrooms and home offices where people want comfort without effort. The colour palette works with neutral interiors and richer tones alike, giving more options to create calm but character-rich rooms. Together, these materials form a spectrum that supports India's evolving design preferences. Homes are moving towards muted luxury, quieter palettes and materials that last. The updated shades reflect that shift.
Why These Shades Work Today
Indian homes ask for materials that feel modern yet livable. Riviera adds that ease. The colours blend well with natural and artificial light, photograph well, and remain timeless in high use areas. They adapt to minimalist settings, contemporary Indian interiors, or mixed-style homes that combine wood, metal and soft neutrals. The boards themselves bring structural strength and reliable finishing, which installers value. Homeowners appreciate surfaces that look refined while resisting scratches, stains and routine wear. This combination shapes long term comfort.
Where These Surfaces Fit Best
Living rooms benefit from tones like Azucar or Earl Grey, which give enough presence without dominating the space. Kitchens perform well with Seafoam or French Vanilla, shades that keep the area bright and pair well with metal hardware. Bedrooms respond well to Shiitake and Biscotti for their warmth and softness. The result is a palette that supports both expression and restraint. It is easy to pair with wood, stone, metal accents and soft furnishings.
Balancing Appearance and Reliability
The beauty of this collection lies in its steadiness. The laminates handle moisture, heat and daily contact with ease. They remain smooth, stable and aligned with the expectations of families that use their spaces fully. The matte finishes are also an incredible enhancement. The colours do not fade easily. The finishes do not demand heavy upkeep. A simple wipe keeps the surfaces fresh. Designers and carpenters also benefit from the processing quality. Cutting, bonding and finishing remain predictable, which reduces errors and helps maintain the clean lines modern interiors depend on.
