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Colour: 8 Ways to Work Dark Green Into Your Home
Stylish and sophisticated, yet calming and rejuvenating, deep green might be just the colour to refresh your space
A rich, deep green is one of the most soothing and restful colours out there. It may seem a bold choice that could overpower a space, but its presence is one of peace and tranquillity, reminiscent of forests and fern-filled gullies. While strong, it’s a world away from brash. Too often it’s overlooked, as homeowners opt for crisper, paler colours in a bid to soothe their space. But, as these images demonstrate, taking the plunge and going dark can result in a cool, calm and sophisticated scheme.
Get back to nature
If you’re lucky enough to have large windows, use natural greenery to bring the hue into your scheme. Consider investing in a living wall, like this, for a stunning backdrop of varied, ever-changing rich green shades, or simply grow tall plants, such as bamboo, or evergreen climbers, such as Clematis armandii and let nature do all the decorating work. Here, a simple mossy green cushion ties the spaces together.
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If you’re lucky enough to have large windows, use natural greenery to bring the hue into your scheme. Consider investing in a living wall, like this, for a stunning backdrop of varied, ever-changing rich green shades, or simply grow tall plants, such as bamboo, or evergreen climbers, such as Clematis armandii and let nature do all the decorating work. Here, a simple mossy green cushion ties the spaces together.
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Create a shower enclave
Deep green tiles in a shower add depth, particularly when the rest of the bathroom is white. Here, they create a sense of mystery and give the shower area a cocooning feel. The golden tones of the copper bath and woodwork pair beautifully with the green to create a warm mood. What a lovely way to wake up in the morning!
Deep green tiles in a shower add depth, particularly when the rest of the bathroom is white. Here, they create a sense of mystery and give the shower area a cocooning feel. The golden tones of the copper bath and woodwork pair beautifully with the green to create a warm mood. What a lovely way to wake up in the morning!
Go for a feature wall
If you’re worried that painting an entire room might be overwhelming, choose just one wall instead. Be careful when considering which wall to paint, as it will have a significant impact on the feel of the room. Think about where the light falls, consider whether you want something symmetrical or asymmetrical, and remember that dark colours add depth, so think whether you want to lengthen or widen the space.
If you’re worried that painting an entire room might be overwhelming, choose just one wall instead. Be careful when considering which wall to paint, as it will have a significant impact on the feel of the room. Think about where the light falls, consider whether you want something symmetrical or asymmetrical, and remember that dark colours add depth, so think whether you want to lengthen or widen the space.
Paint the woodwork
This is a great way to bring in colour without doing anything too drastic to a room. Here, the smart green paintwork is a lovely alternative to either natural wood or all white. It also links with the outdoors, drawing attention to the lush planting, and turns what might have been a rather imposing space into a calm and welcoming area.
This is a great way to bring in colour without doing anything too drastic to a room. Here, the smart green paintwork is a lovely alternative to either natural wood or all white. It also links with the outdoors, drawing attention to the lush planting, and turns what might have been a rather imposing space into a calm and welcoming area.
Soothe your bedroom
A green wall in this bedroom changes the dynamic immediately. It draws the eye and frames the bed for a grander mood than an all-white room would achieve. The dreamy artwork is perfectly complemented by the rich green backdrop, and together they create a soothing atmosphere. The dark bed and window frame link with the wall for a cohesive whole.
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A green wall in this bedroom changes the dynamic immediately. It draws the eye and frames the bed for a grander mood than an all-white room would achieve. The dreamy artwork is perfectly complemented by the rich green backdrop, and together they create a soothing atmosphere. The dark bed and window frame link with the wall for a cohesive whole.
Check out 10 reasons to go green in the bedroom
Use furniture for colour
If you’re looking to work in some dark green, but aren’t ready to commit to coloured walls, cabinets or tiling, consider investing in some new furniture or reupholstering existing pieces. Green velvet chairs are the finishing touches in this elegant dining room. Reupholstering furniture gives you freedom with fabrics and textures, so you can go as sumptuous or simple as you like.
If you’re looking to work in some dark green, but aren’t ready to commit to coloured walls, cabinets or tiling, consider investing in some new furniture or reupholstering existing pieces. Green velvet chairs are the finishing touches in this elegant dining room. Reupholstering furniture gives you freedom with fabrics and textures, so you can go as sumptuous or simple as you like.
Team with white
The cabinets in this kitchen are so substantial they create a dark green wall. The panelling on the doors gives the green expanse definition and a crisper look. White walls and worktops stop the green from swamping the room, while floor-to-ceiling glazing ensures the deep colour is balanced with plenty of light.
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The cabinets in this kitchen are so substantial they create a dark green wall. The panelling on the doors gives the green expanse definition and a crisper look. White walls and worktops stop the green from swamping the room, while floor-to-ceiling glazing ensures the deep colour is balanced with plenty of light.
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Dark green with wood is a wonderful alternative to grey and wood. It maintains the industrial vibe, but gives it a richer edge. In this kitchen, the juxtaposition of the weight and colour of the cabinets on the bottom with the white tiles and simple shelving higher up creates a solid but visually open space.