2025/2026 Cubby House Colour Trends for Aussie Families
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The Colour of Memory
Design the Outdoor Space Where Your Family's Best Stories Unfold
When you think about your favorite childhood memory, what colour comes to mind? Maybe it's the soft green of a backyard where you played for hours. Or the cream and blue of a summer cottage where everything felt safe. Colour is memory. Colour is emotion. Colour is the invisible thread that ties moments together and makes them unforgettable.
As a mum, you're not just building a cubby house. You're creating a backdrop for your family's most precious moments. The place where your children will hide stories, dream big dreams, and feel the magic of outdoor play. And the colour you choose? That colour will be woven into their memories forever.
This is why 2025/2026 colour trends matter—not because they're trendy, but because they're grounded in meaning. Warm browns speak to comfort and belonging. Deep wines whisper sophistication and heritage. Soft blues calm the nervous system and invite presence. These aren't just colours. They're the emotional backdrop of your family's story.
Pantone 2025: The Colour That Started It All
Every year, Pantone announces their Colour of the Year—the colour they believe defines the cultural moment. For 2025, they chose Mocha Mousse: a sophisticated, warm brown that represents "thoughtful indulgence" and comfort in uncertain times.
Pantone 2025
Why it matters: In a world that feels increasingly uncertain and chaotic, we're craving warmth, authenticity, and comfort. Mocha Mousse isn't bold or loud. It's quiet, sophisticated, and deeply grounded. It says: "I know who I am, and I'm comfortable in my own skin." For your family's cubby, it's the perfect colour for creating a sanctuary.
A Mum's Moment
"I watched my daughter sit in her new cubby for the first time. She was quiet—really quiet. She wasn't building or creating or playing pretend. She was just... sitting. Being present. And I realized: the cubby wasn't just a play structure. It was her safe space. Her sanctuary. And the warm sage green walls? They made it feel like a place where calm was possible." — Sarah, mum of two
The Three Palettes of 2025/2026
Each represents a different way of being in the world. Which one speaks to your family?
STILL: The Sanctuary Palette
For families who want their backyard to feel like a retreat. A place to slow down. To breathe. To connect with nature and each other.
Sage Walls + Cream Trims + Sage Slide
This is the palette of presence. Soft sage walls create a naturally calming space—scientifically proven to lower stress. Cream trims add architectural interest without harshness. The result? A cubby that feels like a sanctuary, where your children naturally slow down and connect with themselves and nature. Perfect for sensitive kids, anxious kids, or any child who needs a calm place to be.
RECOLLECT: The Heritage Palette
For families who value tradition, craftsmanship, and things that endure. Colours that feel like they belong to your family story.
Plum Sauce Walls (Half-Strength) + Cream Trims + Magenta Slide
This is the palette of sophistication. Deep burgundy—the colour of wine, heritage, and things passed down through generations. It says your family has style, taste, and intention. Your cubby isn't just a playhouse; it's a design feature that adds character to your whole home. This palette is for families who see their outdoor space as a reflection of who they are.
EMERGE: The Joy Palette
For families who aren't afraid of colour and personality. Who want their backyard to sparkle with optimism and joy.
Cream Walls + Aroma Rose-Taupe Trims + Sage Slide + Baby Blue
This is the palette of celebration. Soft, warm, and joyful without being babyish. Aroma adds sophisticated warmth while maintaining a playful spirit. This is for families who want their children to run outside and feel happy—to know that colour, personality, and joy are welcome here. It says: "We celebrate who you are."
BONUS: SAGE & LILAC – The Modern Artist's Palette
Our research shows this is the palette families are gravitating towards most. It combines nature-grounded wisdom with artistic, unexpected beauty.
Tiamo Walls + Lilac Trims + Dark Grey Slide
This is the palette of creativity. Soft sage-grey meets unexpected lilac. It's grounded yet artistic. Nature-connected yet imaginative. This palette says your family celebrates both the real and the magical. For creative kids, dreamy kids, and families who see childhood as a canvas for possibility.
Why Colour Matters for Memory
"Years from now, my kids won't remember the exact details of playing in their cubby. But they'll remember the feeling. The colour will be the thread that connects them back to that feeling—to being small, to being free, to belonging somewhere safe and beautiful. That's what I'm creating with colour." — Emma, mum of three
We're Not Just Selling You a Cubby—We're Selling You a Dream
And we're here every step of the way to help make it real. Our research shows that the Sage & Lilac bonus palette is trending the most—it's what families are gravitating towards for a truly special outdoor space. But here's the thing: just because these colours are trending doesn't mean anything. Paint your cubby to what YOU want.
We offer a wide range of slide and swing colours that allow you to keep your cubby structure simple while adding trend through accessories. It's the perfect way to embrace 2025/2026 colour trends without overwhelming your outdoor space.
At Hide & Seek Kids, we're committed to going that extra mile for you—whether you need colour palette guidance, painting advice, or just want to talk through your vision. We're here to answer questions, offer expert recommendations, and help you create something that your family will treasure for years to come.
Your cubby house is more than wood and paint. It's the backdrop of your family's story. Choose colours that will be beautiful to remember.
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Colour recommendations based on Dulux Australia's 2025/2026 Colour Forecast & Pantone Colour of the Year 2025