In the early 2000s, you couldn't look both ways without seeing a yellow house. Though the last decade has seen the rise of more muted, earthy palettes, we're seeing a surge of nostalgia causing homeowners to turn back to the colors they loved in the noughties in 2026, ushering in a resurgence of yellow paint.
A 2005 photoshoot of Steve Carrell at his Studio City, Los Angeles home reveals that even the world's most famous actors embraced the buttery shade at the beginning of the millennium. The actor's siding rejoices in a sunshiney exterior paint color. Steve contrasts the shade with white details and navy patio furniture. As we move into 2026, Homes & Gardens predicts we'll see much more of the color that The Office star pioneered 21 years ago.
