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Brazilian Modernism Rich / Statement Wellness Painting Theme

Brazilian Modernism Rich pairs Gush Malfoy (GR020B) on the main walls with a Raffles Olive Overturn limewash feature wall — a warm-neutral, high-contrast earth green scheme that feels grounded, mature. It suits the living room or dining room, and works with walnut, bronze, leather. Its warm-neutral undertone glows under 3000K warm white in the evening; under 5000K daylight bulbs it reads cleaner and less golden. Brazilian Modernism flourished in the mid-twentieth century through architects including Oscar Niemeyer, who joined international modernism with sculptural curves and tropical adaptation; his 1956 plan for Brasilia is its landmark.

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Brazilian Modernism Rich / Statement living room — Gush Core/Care Malfoy (GR020B) walls with a Raffles Olive Overturn limewash feature wall and Brazilian Modernism furnishings

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Quick answer

What colours are in the Brazilian Modernism Rich limewash theme?

The Brazilian Modernism Rich theme uses Gush Malfoy (GR020B) on the main walls and Raffles Olive Overturn limewash on one feature wall. It is a warm-neutral earth green scheme best for the living room or dining room, available in Singapore from $1,688 for Condo and HDB units below 1,000 sqft.

Main walls: Gush Malfoy (GR020B)
Feature wall: Raffles Olive Overturn limewash
Best room: Living Room, Dining Room
Mood: Grounded, mature
Price: From $1,688 (Gush Core) · From $2,088 (Gush Care)

Package

From $1,688 with Gush Core or From $2,088 with Gush Care — full-unit painting plus this Raffles Olive Overturn feature wall, for Condo & HDB units below 1,000 sqft. See what the 332-theme package includes.

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Design history

History and meaning

Brazilian Modernism flourished in the mid-twentieth century through architects including Oscar Niemeyer, who joined international modernism with sculptural curves and tropical adaptation; his 1956 plan for Brasilia is its landmark. The movement, also shaped by Lucio Costa and the landscape designer Roberto Burle Marx, used reinforced concrete, curve and tropical planting within open plans, and was advanced in furniture by designers such as Sergio Rodrigues and the Tenreiro brothers. The aesthetic favours walnut, bronze and leather within an earth-green palette, so a living room reads as grounded and mature, rooted in a genuine modernist school.

What it represents: It represents grounded, mature character through a earth green palette and the recognisable visual language of Brazilian Modernism.

Why it works here: Here, the smooth Gush walls and softly textured Raffles limewash give walnut, bronze, leather a coherent backdrop, making the theme practical for the home.

Colour selection

Gush Core/Care main walls

Malfoy (GR020B)

Raffles Lime Wash textured swatch

Olive Overturn

Gush Core/Care main walls: Malfoy (GR020B) #9fa48e
Raffles Lime Wash feature wall: Olive Overturn textured official swatch reference
Contrast: High
Undertone: Warm-neutral
Best room: Living room / dining
Materials and furnishing cues: Walnut, bronze, leather
Official references: Gush Core Malfoy GR020B, Raffles R.LIMEWASH OLIVE OVERTURN

Colour wellness

How it feels at home

Malfoy on the main walls keeps the Brazilian Modernism scheme richer, more anchored and practical for living room / dining. Olive Overturn as the Raffles R.LIMEWASH feature wall gives a subtle mineral layer that fits walnut, bronze, leather. The green-influenced balance supports a restorative, plant-friendly mood, while the limewashed focal wall adds breathable mineral softness behind daily routines.

Colours under different light

From warm evening to clear daylight

3000K · Warm white

Warmer and softer; creams, reds and timber undertones become more noticeable.

4000K · Neutral white

The most balanced view of the pairing, with warm and cool notes held evenly.

5000K · Daylight white

Cooler and clearer; blue, green and mineral-grey notes read more distinctly.

These are lighting representations, not exact paint samples. Room direction, daylight and furnishings affect the final result, so compare a physical sample at home before approval.

Soft or Rich

How Brazilian Modernism Rich differs from its twin

Brazilian Modernism Rich uses Gush Malfoy with Raffles Olive Overturn (high contrast, grounded, mature). Its Soft twin swaps to Gush Bean Bag with Raffles Silver Sage (high contrast, grounded, mature). Pick Rich when you want the feature wall to make a statement in a well-lit room; pick Soft for a lighter, airier feel in smaller or dimmer rooms.

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Complete the look

Shop the Brazilian Modernism look in Singapore

Suggested pieces to complete the look — not the exact items in the image. Prices and stock set by each retailer. Price checked September 2026.

Sofa or lounge chair

Xander Leather Swivel Armchair

Castlery · From S$770

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Coffee or side table

Blair Round Side Table - Walnut, Black (Sintered Stone), Round Side Tables by HipVan

HipVan · From S$299

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Lighting

Rexana Wooden Floor Lamp (Dark Walnut)

FortyTwo · From S$159

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Decor accent

Nara Storage Tray - Walnut, Storage Essentials by HipVan

HipVan · From S$69

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Furnishing options

Build the room around the wall.

Walnut: use this as a furnishing cue so the wall colour feels intentional with your sofa, rug, table and lighting.
bronze: use this as a furnishing cue so the wall colour feels intentional with your sofa, rug, table and lighting.
leather: use this as a furnishing cue so the wall colour feels intentional with your sofa, rug, table and lighting.

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Brazilian Modernism — Soft / Airy: Bean Bag (GR000A) + Silver Sage

Questions

Brazilian Modernism Rich limewash theme — FAQ

Which room suits the Brazilian Modernism Rich theme?

It is best for the living room or dining room. The high contrast between Gush Malfoy and Raffles Olive Overturn gives one wall clear focus, and pairs well with walnut, bronze, leather.

How is Brazilian Modernism Rich different from Brazilian Modernism Soft?

Rich uses Gush Malfoy with Raffles Olive Overturn; Soft uses Gush Bean Bag with Raffles Silver Sage. Rich is deeper and more anchored; Soft is lighter and airier.

How much does the Brazilian Modernism Rich limewash theme cost in Singapore?

From $1,688 with Gush Core or from $2,088 with Gush Care, covering full-unit painting plus the Raffles Olive Overturn limewash feature wall for Condo and HDB units below 1,000 sqft. The final price is confirmed on WhatsApp.

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