How to Refresh Your Space with Green: Tips for Using This Trending Color

Green is having its moment, and I’m loving it. Admittedly, I haven’t always been a big fan of green, despite growing up in Boston and always wishing I were Irish. I’ve been slightly surprised by how much I like this current trend.

After years of grey dominating the home decor scene, the warmth, depth, and variety of green are a sight for tired eyes. Part of what makes green so easy to live with is its connection to nature. The current trend towards biophilic design—a design philosophy incorporating natural elements into indoor spaces to improve people’s connection to nature—embraces green for its soothing qualities. Green communicates warmth, harmony, and new growth, bringing a gentle energy to a room.

When I redid our home office, I chose a bright chartreuse for one wall, a cheery and energizing shade that always looks fresh paired with the adjacent white walls. Paired with navy and white pillows on the window seat next to my desk, I still like it more than a decade later.

Tips on how and where to add green to your space:

TILE

Are you feeling a little bold? Consider adding green tile to your kitchen or bathroom to help create a comforting, warm, and inviting space, especially when paired with warm wood tones or soft white for cabinetry.

The green tile, with blue undertones, in the kitchen adds a feeling of calmness to the space. Greens with yellow undertones bring energy and brightness to a space.

WALLPAPER & FABRICS

I love this flat-lay from Cowtan & Tout. Pretty shades of green in various patterns compliment the warmth and texture of that natural fiber wallpaper.

Add some fun to your living room or bedroom (these chairs above would be perfect in a girl’s bedroom) with these Mid-Century Slipper Chairs redone in a lively green pattern that feels fresh and interesting.

CABINETRY

Are you tired of white cabinets? Green is the new neutral, pairing beautifully with marble, as seen in this stunning laundry room by Montreal design firm, Blanc Interieurs, or soapstone for a dark and moody alternative. I love how it looks with the soft white walls and warm wood tones in the adjacent frames.

ACCESSORIES

For those who are a little commitment-shy, art and accessories are an easy way to incorporate a new trend without making a big investment.

I love these gorgeous Italian green glasses. They are a great way to bring some style into your home and life with a minimal commitment of time or money. They’re more versatile than you might think, elevating your dinner party alongside shades of blue, gold, cream, and/or soft reds or pinks.

In this living room mood board, soft whites, warm browns, and coral accents balance the depth and brightness of the green lamp, plant, and painting to create an interesting and cohesive furniture plan.

Ready to bring a touch of green into your home?

Whether you’re looking to make a bold statement or add subtle accents, I can help you create a space that feels fresh and inviting for you and all who visit your home.

Contact me for a consultation, and let’s explore how we can incorporate this timeless trend into your home design.

Debby Katz

Debby Katz Interiors celebrates the connection between environment and well-being. Debby's design philosophy is simple - honor the identity and uniqueness of each client, focus on function to design spaces that improve the way people live in their homes and infuse each space with beauty, honing in on thoughtful details and carefully curated pieces.