Benjamin Moore Athena 858 is a versatile, light greige with warm gray undertones. This quiet, majestic neutral conjures the subtle elegance of white oak, providing a soft, creamy backdrop that feels incredibly inviting and sophisticated.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 858 |
| HEX Code | #DDD9CE |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 68.64 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Warm Gray |
| Hidden Undertones | Cream, Subtle Taupe |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Living Rooms, Bedrooms, Open Floor Plans, Entryways, Trim |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This ethereal off-white hue applied to minimalist living space walls, paired with raw travertine.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Abundant natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows
- Secondary Color:Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray
- Materials:Travertine coffee table
- Textiles:Chunky knit wool throws
- Greenery:Large indoor olive tree
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Concept board: A gentle light greige providing a calming backdrop for terracotta linens and bleached oak floors.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, diffused morning daylight
- Ceiling:Benjamin Moore Ceiling White
- Bed Frame:Woven rattan
- Textiles:Earthy terracotta linen
- Flooring:Bleached oak hardwood
Spatial visualization: Expansive off-white walls contrasting seamlessly with polished concrete floors and matte black hardware.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright overhead skylight illumination
- Cabinetry:Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter
- Flooring:Polished concrete
- Hardware:Matte black
- Seating:Cognac leather bar stools
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Material study: A warm off-white entryway illuminated by pendant lighting, highlighting natural slate tile and reclaimed wood.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm pendant light casting welcoming shadows
- Front Door Interior:Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron
- Console Table:Reclaimed wood
- Mirror:Oversized round brass
- Flooring:Natural slate tile
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Digital color test: Crisp light greige applied to baseboards and crown molding against dramatic navy walls.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp side-lighting highlighting architectural details
- Main Walls:Benjamin Moore Hale Navy
- Flooring:Medium brown walnut
- Door Hardware:Crystal knobs with brass rosettes
- Styling:Minimalist ceramic vase with dry branches
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