Green is the New Greige: How to Bring the Beauty of Green into Your Home Décor
Spring is the perfect time to infuse your home with the vibrant and refreshing color of green. Our designers share some ideas for bringing this beautiful color into your home. “Green has really become a new neutral,” says Lead Designer Ann Gilbert, “because it’s a versatile hue that can bring a sense of calm, balance, and rejuvenation to any space.” From subtle accents to bold statements, our design team shares some creative ways to incorporate the color green into your home décor.
Accent Walls
Painting an accent wall in a green shade can instantly transform a room’s look and feel. Whether you opt for a soft sage green or a bold emerald hue, an accent wall can serve as a focal point and add depth to your space.
Go subtle with a soft sage green or dramatic, with a saturated deep emerald, in this case, a “no commitment” peel and stick wallpaper from Wayfair! This deep green is a perfect backdrop for neutral furnishings and décor, and it allows the color to stand out without overwhelming the room.
Natural Elements
Introducing green through natural elements like plants is perhaps the easiest and most effective way to add a touch of green to your home. Not only do plants bring a pop of color, but they also purify the air and create a calming atmosphere.
Consider adding a variety of indoor plants such as ferns, succulents, or leafy palms to different rooms in your home to bring the outdoors in. (But first, see our recent blog about how not to murder your house plants!)
Textiles and Soft Furnishings
Incorporating green through textiles and soft furnishings is another easy way to infuse color into your home décor. Consider swapping out throw pillows, curtains, or area rugs in shades of green to add warmth and texture to your living spaces.
Mixing different shades and patterns of green textiles can create visual interest and elevate the overall design of your home. We love the touch of whimsy afforded by these adorable throw pillows, and this almost-neutral green would play well with so many other colors!
Artwork and Accessories
Artwork and decorative accessories offer endless opportunities to incorporate green into your home decor. Whether it’s a vibrant green painting, a decorative vase filled with greenery, or a set of emerald green candles, these accents can add personality and charm to any room. Look for pieces that complement your existing color scheme and reflect your personal style.
Kitchen and Dining Room Accents
In the kitchen and dining area, green can be introduced through dinnerware, glassware, and small appliances.
How perfect is the green of this kitchen island? It definitely pops with the room’s white cabinets but would work equally well with most shades of wood. Pulling the color through with accessories ties it all together beautifully!
Photo credit: Franceso Lagnese
Upholstered Furniture
For those who are bold and adventurous, incorporating green furniture can make a striking statement in any room. Whether it’s a green velvet sofa, a set of green dining chairs, or a painted green dresser, green furniture adds personality and drama to your home décor.
Balance bold furniture pieces with neutral walls and accessories to create a cohesive and visually appealing space. This set of cheerful moss green chairs has classic lines and is super affordable. A lovely way to add some green to your décor!
Get Your Green On!
Incorporating shades of green into your home décor is not only a stylish choice but also a nod to the beauty of nature. Whether you prefer subtle accents or bold statements, there are countless ways add this versatile shade to your environment. So go ahead, embrace the green, and watch as your home comes to life with renewed energy and vitality. And if you’re loving the ideas here but not quite sure how to make them work for you, our design team is standing by to help!
