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The color green has been predicted by multiple interior design experts to be amongst the top trending colors of 2024. And it is not hard to see why. A versatile color, green can be used to inspire tranquility and calm or set a moody, bold tone to a space. Whether you want a modern look or a minimal one, green can definitely be your go-to option. So in this article, we have compiled a list of green living room color ideas you can take inspiration from if you’re looking to design a living room with a pop of green this year.
1. Create A Boho Vibe
Isn’t this green living room just gorgeous? The pastel-colored furniture with a color-blocked rug along with the indoor and outdoor plants set against the muted green backdrop wall makes this living room space look fabulous. And yet, despite all of these elements, the room does not look overwhelming at all. The carefully chosen color palette makes this space stand out while also adding a relaxing feel to it which is what you want to focus on while designing any living room space.
2. Opt For A Contemporary Design Theme
Forget all white or all gray living rooms – green and grey is a color combination like no other. This striking duo will help you design a cool, calm, and contemporary space without you having to invest much thought behind it. If you feel your space looks too clinical, you can add some pops of color and a few indoor plants to bring in a sense of warmth.
3. Create A Neutral Palette With Muted Greens
If you’re more into neutral decorating themes, but would still like to have a green living room, go for muted green shades like this olive green color. If in doubt, paint one wall green while keeping the rest of it white to achieve an understated yet contemporary look. Complement with some wooden furniture to add warmth and yellow lights for a cozy, green, ambient living room.
4. Go Bold With Botanical Prints
When it comes to designing an indoor space, plants and plant motifs have a huge potential and an enduring appeal. Fabric and wallpaper ideas featuring botanical prints can be pretty without being over-feminine and they work well with almost all maximalist decor themes. In this botanical-inspired living room, the jungle-inspired wall mural reminds you of the time when nature is in full bloom while the other elements, like the zebra pattern rug, the bright yellow console and the chandelier add to the look and help design a cohesive and eclectic space.
5. Use Green As A Charming Backdrop
This simple and aesthetic living room is full of natural light that brings out the beauty of the verdigris green copper liquid metal finished accent wall and helps blend the line between the indoors and outdoors. We love the natural deep brown wooden flooring and the grey and white tones that help the space look bold yet minimal.
6. Play With Layers of Green
This stunning living room from Southern Living proves that you don’t have to settle for only one shade of green. The dark green walls behind the TV and the window pair beautifully with the mint green and white accent wall and create a beautiful textured look. While the grass green sofa and the neon green curtains add to the green theme and help the space achieve an eclectic vibe. The trick here is to pick a base color and then layer using different shades of the same color to give it a monotone look.
7. Opt For A Green Highlighter Wall
If you aren’t a lover of color but sure like a pop of it then adding in a green highlighter wall is the way to go. Choose a mushroom green or fern green shade to add a sense of calm to the space. Simply pair it with the same colored furniture pieces to keep the interiors synchronized and easy on the eye. Layer it with decor pieces to add contrast and depth to the space. This works great for both compact and large living room areas.
8. Add A Touch Of Royalness With An Emerald Green Living Room
If your living room is well-lit and spacious, emerald green can be your best friend to create a dramatic and royal green living room space. The important point to pay attention to here is choosing the right accent colors, like the rose gold and vintage gold hues you see here. If you are looking to achieve a warmer look, adding in a few indoor plants and wooden furniture will do the job.
9. Highlight The Architectural Details With A Green Palette
Take inspiration from this classically modern living room space and highlight the architectural details on your wall with green. This will also provide you with the perfect backdrop for your unique furniture finds and accent lights. For smaller spaces, white ceilings can perfectly complement the green walls and make them look designed and not chaotic. This is a simple yet practical way to incorporate green into your interior design style.
10. Color-Block With Evergreen Shades
If you’re up for a brave move, color-blocking can reward you with a stunning new look. Here, a dark green accent wall, a white sofa, and a wooden book cabinet work together creating a joyful and welcoming scheme that’s never jarring. Pick from green shades that are evergreen. We recommend camouflage green or a subtle shade of moss green.
11. Combine Mint Green and Gold
If you are looking to design a classic themed living room, you can opt for mint green walls and gold-toned furniture pieces like you see above. It makes a grand, timeless statement that you can boast for years without your space looking backdated. Add a few statement lights to complete the look.
12. Experiment With Pistachio Green
Pistachio green is one of those colors that can light up any dull space in an instant. It can add a breezy and vibrant vibe even to the darkest corner. You can also add a few furnishings in the same shade to stir things up a little and achieve a cohesive design for your living room space. The best part about designing using a pistachio green is that it pairs well with most kinds of decor so you don’t have to think or invest much while redesigning.
13. Keep Things Fresh With Mint Green
Mint is a perfect choice if you’re looking to design a cool, laid back, and refreshing living space. Achieve an informal, effortless vibe by mixing it with wooden flooring and quirky decor pieces. Then bring the whole space to life with pops of crisp white and blue and see the look and feel of your space transform in an instant.
14. Blend Your Outdoors and Indoors
If you have an open space, a smart living room design idea is to design the interior and exterior walls in the same color, as this will help you dial down the difference. Although one important point to take into consideration here is the choice of material. We suggest you use decorative concrete in pastel shades as this will provide you with an aesthetic look along with assured longevity. It will also help promote a mellow mood that is perfect for a room where you would want to relax after a long, tiring day.
15. Achieve An Earthy Look With Sage Green
Out of all the shades of green, sage has been termed by many the easiest to live in. It has a velvety depth to it that reflects confidence and is thus the perfect fit to design a space with personality. If you feel your space looks too bold, you can tone it down with light-colored floors using wood or marble s and light-colored upholstery in shades of beige and creams.
16. Go All Out With Moss Green
A fresh, cool moss green like this can create a relaxing atmosphere in common rooms. It is associated with nature, outdoors, growth, creativity, and vibrancy. If you’re lucky enough to have a living room filled with natural light, don’t forget to make proper use of it to light up the green decor and fill your room with an airy brightness.
17. Go Vintage With Verdigris Green
Nothing can date a room like a trending design pattern, so it is wise to keep it classic. This geometric flower design finished with liquid metal verdigris finish is great for a timeless living room accent wall. It is an ideal pick for setting off unique furniture pieces and pairs well with multiple color tones, provided you stick to a color palette.
18. Use Green Accents To Achieve An Enriching Design
Take your living room to dreamy depths with a cleverly planned-out green section. Cozy it up a little bit by adding carefully chosen accent pieces along with warm yellow lights. And last but not the least, add in some colorful cushions and wall art pieces as the final touch and you will have designed an accent corner in your living room perfect for snuggling up with your favorite book and a cup of coffee.
19. Bring The Outdoors In For An Authentic Botanical Style
The best way to breathe life into a dull living room space is to design a literal indoor green wall (and it’s trending too!). The plants will not only make your living room a lot more vibrant but will also purify the air, reduce VOCs, humidify the air and promote a healthy and happy atmosphere for you to live in. If you are worried that you will not have enough time to take care of the plants, you can choose from plants that require lower maintenance like Syngonium, Sedum, Red Aglaonema, succulents, and others.
20. Add Some Zest With Dark Sea Green Furniture
Furniture pieces are often the focal point of most living room spaces. And what better way to achieve a timeless green living room design than by adding furniture pieces in a dark sea green color? This can work especially well if you have a small but well-lit living room since coloring the walls in any color other than neutrals might make the space look even smaller. So, all you need to do is place your furniture strategically to make it the focal point and you’ll be done. Simple and hassle-free.
When it comes to sorting through living room color ideas, green is definitely a gorgeous color choice. All shades pair well with this timeless color including bright colors like red and cool tones like blue. Begin by deciding with the shade of green you want to finish your living room in and carefully select the decor pieces to complement it with.
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