Ocean: All-New NativeStone Hue Captures the Essence of Cool, Calm Blue

This beautiful new NativeStone finish didn’t just wash up on shore. We developed an entire range of blues and greens before landing on Ocean, a serene fusion of blue and green that represents our commitment to sustainable design – and is made to evoke the tranquility and changing nature of the sea.

In the ever-evolving landscape of interior design, color trends serve as a guiding light, shaping the aesthetic direction of spaces around the globe. The design community finds itself drawn to hues that evoke a sense of tranquility and connection to nature. Inspired by this prevailing sentiment, Native Trails introduces Ocean, a stunning addition to the NativeStone concrete collection.

“Blue is timeless and never really goes out of style but will be especially popular since Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams, and Valspar all named different shades of blue as their 2024 color,” Molly Torres Portnof of DATE Interiors tells House Beautiful. “I love how blue [is] both serene and energized.”

Drawing inspiration from the serene beauty of coastal landscapes, Ocean embodies the essence of modern sophistication with a touch of laid-back charm. This mesmerizing hue, characterized by its harmonious blend of soothing blues and verdant greens, captures the essence of seaside tranquility, inviting a sense of calm and relaxation into any space it graces.

And just like its namesake, the NativeStone Ocean finish adapts to its surroundings, showcasing varying shades of blue and green, revealing its versatility as it reflects different environments and lighting.

Now available in all NativeStone bath sinks and bathtubs, the Ocean finish is true to our brand — and close to our hearts — in so many ways. Not only is it directly inspired by nature, like all of our NativeStone finishes, but it’s a tribute to our surroundings at the Native Trails headquarters on California’s central coast.

Blue: the new neutral?

With the introduction of the Ocean finish, Native Trails is adding to an increasingly vivid rainbow of plumbing products becoming available for the modern bathroom.

But many in the design world make the case for blue to be considered a neutral or at least a “near-neutral.” A crowd-favorite color, blue is truly a cool tone. That’s why it’s often added to other colors to change their tone from warm to cool or vice versa. This also means blue pairs well with a number of other colors.

“In color psychology and color theory, light blue is said to promote a calming atmosphere and soothe the nervous system,” according to House Beautiful. “Check the color wheel and you’ll see that blue is a cool-toned hue with orange as its complementary color. That means you can pair it with a warm-toned hue for contrast or with another cool tone like green or purple to lean into its tranquil energy.”

Ocean and the NativeStone color story

For us, the important thing was to ensure the Ocean finish had plenty of depth, rather than reading like a flat color. Like the Ash, Earth, Pearl, Charcoal, and Slate finishes before it, we wanted Ocean to reflect nature by being textural with variation, mottling, and one-of-a-kind coloration.

The introduction of Ocean means there are now six finishes to choose from in the NativeStone family. Each of these finishes delivers the same silky-smooth, eco-friendly concrete product that the design world has come to love.

Social and environmental sustainability

At the heart of Native Trails’ NativeStone Collection lies a commitment to artisanal craftsmanship and sustainable innovation. Each piece undergoes a meticulous process, guided by skilled artisans dedicated to achieving unparalleled quality. Moreover, Native Trails’ innovative use of natural jute fiber to create a 40% lighter concrete material highlights a growing emphasis on sustainable manufacturing practices and responds to the increasing demand for sustainable alternatives.

In a world where design is as much about storytelling as it is about aesthetics, Ocean invites us to embark on a journey of discovery, where the colors of nature converge with the artistry of design.