Color Index is a discovery tool that identifies, names, and contextualizes colors from any image. It connects hues to art history, design movements, and cultural references, giving users a deeper understanding of color.

Problem

Colors are often reduced to hex codes or generic names, stripping away the cultural and historical richness that gives them meaning. Designers and students lack accessible tools that reveal this context.

Solution

Color Index analyzes an image, extracts its palette, and maps each hue to references drawn from art history, design movements, and global traditions. It transforms color into both a technical and cultural resource.

Impact

Designers gain richer palettes for their work, educators can use it as a teaching tool, and cultural researchers can connect visual culture across disciplines.