It may be the height of summer, but the vibe is anything but sunny.
As Season 2 of "Wednesday" creeps onto Netflix, we’re seeing something spooky happening in home design: a surge in dark, dramatic exteriors. Think shadowy greens, inky blacks, and rich charcoals taking over front façades. Hover users are leaning in, and now we’re helping them go full Addams family.
Meet Modern Gothic, the newest style on Hover, and your hack to test out the “dark and moody” look risk-free.
AI-powered design that lets you try before you buy
Hover uses AI to reimagine your home’s exterior in seconds. Upload a photo, choose a style, and instantly see it transformed with the colors, real building materials, and the latest design trends you want to explore.
With styles ranging from Farmhouse to Contemporary, Hover helps homeowners and construction professionals see the full picture before ever picking up a paintbrush or panel. And with the launch of Modern Gothic, you can now see what a bold, gothic-inspired aesthetic will look like on your own home.
A dark & moody look, designed for the real world
Dark design is no longer niche. According to Hover data, bold exterior choices are on the rise—and they’re only gaining traction.
“There’s a shift happening away from millennial grey and beige toward statement home design,” says Kat Ferguson, Hover Design Expert.
“This includes color drenching interior rooms in moody dark colors and making unexpected exterior choices, like black window trim instead of white, or a lush deep green paint instead of a soft blue. Hover data is reflecting this trend, and I expect it to continue through the year with the continued popularity of ‘dark & moody’ cultural moments.”
In other words, bold is the new neutral.
Addams-esque homes are in
When it comes to paint, dark is dominating. In fact, black and deep-toned hues make up 15–20% of all color selections on Hover, a number that’s steadily grown over the past year.
Hover’s 2024 color of the year was Tricorn Black by Sherwin-Williams—a true black with a cult following. And it’s not alone.
Some of the most popular moody shades on Hover:
- Tricorn Black, Sherwin-Williams
- Peppercorn, Sherwin-Williams
- Urbane Bronze, Sherwin-Williams
- Midnight, Benjamin Moore
- Mineral Gray, Sherwin-Williams
- Dark Ash, Behr
- Evergreen Fog, Sherwin-Williams
- Pitch Black, Farrow & Ball
- Oakmoss, Sherwin-Williams
- Zombie, PPG
Try Modern Gothic today
Whether you're inspired by the set of "Wednesday" or just looking to make a bold design statement, Modern Gothic is a style reflecting right now.
Try it on your home today, risk-free, no paint swatches required.
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