Green colors for kitchen walls
9 Green Paint Colors to Consider for Your Kitchen
Prefer a leafy dark? A bold jade? How about a soothing sage? See how these great greens work in various kitchens
We recently shared six ways to add a dash of yellow to an otherwise light and neutral kitchen. Next up: shades of green. Green can be so many things: soothing, lively, bold and reserved. If you’re looking to use this organic hue in your space, here are nine dynamic green paint colors to consider.
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1. Dark Leafy Green
Given it’s the room we cook in — and often eat in — it makes sense to clad a kitchen in appetizing colors. This gorgeous deep green reminds me of my favorite vegetables and therefore really draws my eye into the space. It’s a fantastic accent color for the row of cabinets in this beautiful modern-rustic kitchen.
The plentiful white, wood and gold-hued accents keep the space light, bright and open.
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For a similar look: Rockwall Vine by Behr.
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2. Dark Gray-Green
A tad moodier than the previous hue, this dark green has quite a bit of gray in it, making it work well as a neutral green. It offers such a nice, grounding contrast to the abundant shades of white in this elegant kitchen.
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For a similar look: Cushing Green by Benjamin Moore.
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3. Bright Jade
This vibrant shade of green isn’t for everyone, but if you’re looking to bring dynamic color into an otherwise neutral kitchen, check out a saturated blue-green jade.
This is such an eye-catching color that it’s a great choice to draw the eye into a space and distract from any unsavory elements you might have to work with in your kitchen design.
And because it calls to mind tropical places, it can brighten and cheer up a space that lacks abundant natural light.
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For a similar look: Miami Jade by PPG.
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4. Emerald Green
Here’s another gutsy green — a super saturated true green. It’s actually quite versatile despite its high intensity, because it doesn’t veer yellow (warm) or blue (cool). You can pair it with any shade of white, from creamy warm shades to crisp light grays.
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Because emerald is quite saturated, it tends to work best in smaller doses, such as on the island or as a small accent wall.
It’s a great choice in a kitchen with abundant windows, especially if there are similar enticing green hues on view outside.
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For a similar look: Kilkenny by Sherwin-Williams.
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5. Soft Blue-Green
Stressful times call for stress-reducing colors. Soft blue-greens are my go-to colors when I meet a homeowner looking to create a calm oasis. It’s a softer, less vibrant version of the tropical jade hue featured earlier and is an excellent choice for anyone looking to add interesting but subtle color to their kitchen.
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For a similar look: Starry Woods by Valspar.
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6. Deep Blue-Green
Here’s another pretty blue-green option, darker than the last hue but similarly muted. It’s a green with heavy blue and gray additions, which help to neutralize it.
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It’s a beautiful choice in a kitchen with medium wood tones.
The cool green contrasts with the wood elements, which allows them to really stand out.
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For a similar look:
Waterbury Green by Benjamin Moore.
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7. Lemon-Lime Green
Looking to liven things up in your kitchen? A zesty citrus green will do the trick nicely. I like using shades of this hue for spaces that need a boost of light. Or for those who want to keep the palette fairly light, crisp and clean but still want some fun color in the mix.
Here’s another example of using an appetizing color — margarita green in this case — to flavor your design.
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For a similar look: Limon Fresco by Sherwin-Williams.
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8. Spring Green
This appetizing green wall has a lovely fresh and organic vibe and pairs well with the lemon-lime green on the back of the shelf cabinet.
Both colors suggest spring, a time of hope, rebirth and growth.
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The vegetal cabinet color here gives this kitchen a welcoming feel. It’s a cool and refreshing hue for kitchens in warm climates, but it has enough warmth that it can also work well in a colder climate. It helps makes this kitchen homey and hospitable.
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For a similar look: Hillside Grove by Behr.
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9. Soft Sage
The quietest colors of the bunch, light sages are among my favorites for those seeking a super subtle shade of green. It has some gray in it, which keeps it from being too sweet and pastel. It looks lovely with light woods and warm whites.
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Ever since PPG declared Night Watch, a deep, luxurious aqua that reminds us of malachite, 2019’s color of the year, we’ve been seeing soothing shades of green everywhere. It’s easy to understand why. A symbol of growth, energy, harmony, and nature, green is chock-full of calming properties. It’s especially impactful in a room as busy as, say, the kitchen, where a warm sage or restful moss can help incite a zenlike state amid the cooking chaos.
There’s a whole world of cleverly named green paints out there (November Rain, Snip of Parsley, and Mown Grass are just a few). But which ones are the absolute best for kitchen cabinets? We worked our way backward, pinpointing our favorite green kitchens and figuring out the essential swatches from there. After a deep dive, these 14 options stood out as the clear winners.
The Go-Getter Green
Try: Cactus Shadow by Valspar
After removing the dark blue paint from her cabinets with Citrus Strip, sanding, and priming, Dear Saturdays blogger Christine Han covered everything in Cactus Shadow by Valspar using a spray gun she picked up at Lowe’s to make the process go a lot smoother.
Like all the other colors she incorporated into the space (peep her mosaic backsplash), this hue was inspired by the 1988 Seoul Olympics flag.
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Cactus Shadow, Valspar
The Beige-Green
Try: Berkshire Beige by Benjamin Moore
On Benjamin Moore’s website, you’ll find Berkshire Beige in the “brown” family, but as we learned from this Los Angeles space, designed by Natalie Myers, the earthy hue reads as a pale green-gray in a room that gets a lot of natural light.
Berkshire Beige, Benjamin Moore
The Pea Green
Try: Clary Sage by Sherwin-Williams
Even if you aren’t a big vegetable person, you can agree there’s something to this shade that Jessica Mikesell used all over her San Francisco Craftsman kitchen. The best part? It goes great with soapstone countertops. “I was worried the black and green combo would be too dark, but it actually makes it feel cozier,” she told us.
Clary Sage, Sherwin-Williams
The Calming Olive
Try: Rosemary by Sherwin-Williams
Portland, Oregon–based designer Stephanie Dyer loves this subdued shade of green so much that nearly everyone in her family has a room painted in the color.
She’s also keen on incorporating it into her clients’ projects, as in this Craftsman space, where she paired it with pops of red, orange, and teal for a modern twist.
Rosemary, Sherwin-Williams
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The Sought-After Sage
Try: Cooking Apple Green by Farrow & Ball
Teri Lyn Fisher of Spoon Fork Bacon mixed not two or three but 17 samples to find the right balance of mint and sage for her breezy space. She had a big-box paint supplier color-match her experiment, but you could cut corners by going with a similar hue, like Farrow & Ball’s Cooking Apple Green, which looks even brighter when it’s contrasted with white walls and countertops.
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Cooking Apple Green, Farrow & Ball
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The ’60s Green
Try: Fig Tree by Behr
Nostalgia is the theme for this Lancaster, Pennsylvania, kitchen, designed by the Chris and Claude Co. Old wallpaper left over from the 1960s can still be spotted peeking out behind the painted walls in one part of the room.
To keep the groovy vibes going with the cabinets, the designers opted for a muddy green color with hints of brown undertones.
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The Chameleon Green
Try: Forest Green by Benjamin Moore
A dark forest green can sway contemporary or traditional depending on the sheen. In an old renovated row home designed by Chris and Claude Beiler, Benjamin Moore’s tried-and-true color reads as green-blue with its matte finish and clean black pulls. But in a classic Denver Tudor kitchen by Shea McGee, the hue takes a brighter turn, revealing notes of emerald.
Forest Green, Benjamin Moore
The Gray-Green
Try: Pewter Green by Sherwin-Williams
Emily Henderson went with a smoky shade for this kitchen. The silvery green pairs perfectly with the cool gray veining of the marble countertops. While the designer contemplated painting either the lower or upper cabinets white, she decided to make a more dramatic statement by using the same color everywhere (including the island).
Pewter Green, Sherwin-Williams
The Bright Green
Try: Hunter Dunn by Paint and Paper Library
On hardware-less cabinetry, a classic hunter green can feel surprisingly fresh. The buttery yellow barstools, plywood cutout pulls, and fluted glass cabinets in this modern space by Naked Kitchens take the shade into unconventional territory.
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The Seaside Green
Try: Caldwell Green by Benjamin Moore
For this modern cabin on a lake, Shea McGee pulled from Benjamin Moore’s historic color collection. The sage-y olive green serves as a cool counterpoint to matte black hardware, sandy-colored hardwood floors, and the white shiplap in the adjacent room.
Caldwell Green, Benjamin Moore
The Herbaceous Green
Try: Chimichurri by Benjamin Moore
Katie Hackworth chose a green hue in a satin finish—charmingly named after the tangy sauce—for this small office kitchen.
To ensure full coverage, the designer applied it by back-brushing (a technique in which you spray the paint and then smooth out the wet stain with a regular brush).
Chimichurri, Benjamin Moore
The Moss Green
Try: Great Barrington Green by Benjamin Moore
Babba C. Rivera’s Brooklyn kitchen exudes warmth. When the sunlight is streaming in, the earthy shade that covers her Shaker-style fronts takes on an almost limelike glow.
Great Barrington Green, Benjamin Moore
The Countryside Green
Try: Racing Green and Emerald Green by DeVol Kitchens
This bespoke space by British brand DeVol is painted with a custom mix of the company’s Racing and Emerald greens. Its rich profile elevates the rustic wood details in the space, plus it makes the vintage oil paintings that lean against the wall pop.
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Racing Green and Emerald Green, DeVol
The Mint Green
Try: Moth’s Wing by Behr
A whimsical pastel hue is the star of Lourdes Hernández’s funky Los Angeles kitchen.
A pale yellow Smeg refrigerator and mix-and-match ceramic pendant lights take the carefree vibe one step further.
Moth’s Wing, Behr
This story was originally published on August 5, 2020. It has since been updated.
Green color in the interior of the kitchen
Green is considered to be the color of nature, health, vitality. Combining warm and cold shades, it allows you to achieve harmony in the interior, create the perfect design. That is why kitchens in green colors attract and improve mood, and in the evening they allow you to relax and tune in to rest. Thanks to the huge number of tones, you can create an interior in any style and embody the brightest ideas.
Green Kitchen Design Tips
- When creating a green interior, you first need to choose an apron, set, countertops, furniture and appliances, and only then start looking for materials for surface finishing.
- Despite the versatility of the palette, in the interior of a green kitchen, all the subtleties of shades should be taken into account.
For example, in spacious rooms it is not advisable to use a large number of bright colors, such as pear, lime, chartreuse, etc. It is better to use them for small accents. But dark green will reveal a large kitchen in all its glory. nine0008 - For rooms with windows facing the north, you need to choose warm shades of green, to the south - cold. This will balance the "temperature" of the interior, fill the room with light to compensate for its absence (as well as protect against overabundance).
- Deep tone is suitable only for discreet classic interiors, made according to all traditions. Bright variations are more suitable for modern trends.
As for small, neat kitchens, you need to choose light green shades, such as light green, olive, mint, jade, etc. At the same time, it is desirable to avoid a large number of prints and patterns that can make the design heavier. It is better to give preference to unobtrusive floral or geometric patterns. nine0003
Kitchen styles
Contemporary
A simple and functional style that allows you to create a functional and harmonious space.
Preference should be given to malachite and olive shades in a plastic headset with a glossy surface. In this case, the technique should be white or silver, so as not to satiate the design. It is proposed to complement the interior in green tones with black and glass elements.
Country
Green is perfect for rustic styles. Wood furniture is painted in a rich or light color, after which it slightly ages. Handmade dishes are used as decor, but it is better to hide the appliances behind the facade of the kitchen set or in niches. Shades also predominate in textiles to create a cozy interior. nine0003
Provence
Sophisticated rustic French style. Green is used here all the time, from wall and door decoration to accessories and appliances. Provence is natural, so in one room it can use three tones or more. For large surfaces, it is recommended to use the color of clay - terracotta.
Classic
For classic trends, the use of a combination of green and brown is traditional.
Especially if you use wooden furniture, a massive table and expensive curtains. An apron in the form of a mosaic and natural patterns, white tones in the design will add brightness. nine0003
Mediterranean
The style allows you to use all shades of green, as this color is typical for Italy, Spain and Greece. It is recommended that the main focus be on a bright set, and the rest of the kitchen details should be done in more restrained shades. But the highlight is an apron made of African-style mosaics or with a glossy surface.
Scandinavian
Despite the fact that the main idea of the direction is unity with nature, you should not overdo it. Cool tones of green are used, which go well with calm white, beige and brown. At the same time, everything should be balanced, since this is not Provence, but a modern eco-style with an emphasis on comfort. nine0003
Loft
Green is used extremely rarely for this style due to the fact that the loft is the furthest from nature.
Deep tones are recommended for small accents, or leave them only in living plants.
Green with other shades
White
A classic and most familiar combination that adds a sense of freshness to the kitchen and visually expands the space. Suitable for any style, but most harmoniously - in Provence and classics. Most often, walls are made white (paint or wallpaper), but green is left for a headset and other furniture. In addition, light colors will set off deep variations, making them lighter. nine0003
Gray
A noble combination to create a kitchen in soothing colors. Gray at the same time plays the role of the background, but the green should be slightly muted. The combination of cold gray and warm green looks interesting. Sometimes it is used as an accent, displaying technology in chrome surfaces.
Black
The duet is applicable for modern interior solutions, especially if there is gloss in the finish or furniture. It should be noted that it is difficult to implement such ideas.
Most often, black is used to decorate facades, while the floor and apron are made green for shading. Beginning designers should use the dark palette only in small details and accessories, as well as in household appliances: refrigerator, microwave, hob, oven, kettle, toaster, etc. nine0003
Red
An unexpected and controversial connection. For example, you can make the floor burgundy, and the headset - rich emerald for a noble result. But it is difficult to translate the combination in a favorable light, so it is better to use red for textiles, decor, and an apron.
Orange
Juicy, rich, bright and positive unity, which is typical for the Art Nouveau style. Such colors increase appetite and improve mood, saturate with energy and delight with colors. In order not to oversaturate the interior with orange, it is often used as accents. And for the background use white or beige. nine0003
Purple
Very difficult to combine with green. Most often, it is used in decor, as well as in ceramic apron tiles.
In addition, on its basis, you can use patterns, dishes, lamps.
Brown
Another classic combination that brings the kitchen closer to nature. Most often, brown is used in wooden furniture. A brown massive table will look reliable and impressive. Brown facades will look good only if they retain the wooden texture. nine0003
Blue
A natural, Mediterranean tandem that harmonizes well between itself, if you do not use very bright tones. One shade can prevail, but no more so as not to create an overabundance of contrasts. More intense variations can be used in decor.
Yellow
A bold combination for modern kitchens. A bright, rich palette is recommended for modern and pop art styles, but for minimalism and hi-tech it is more muted. Brown, pink, beige, blue, orange can be used as additional colors. nine0003
Features of the choice of furniture and accessories
Set
It is a central element of any kitchen, as it is behind it that cooking takes place.
The depth of shades is selected based on the area of \u200b\u200bthe room. There are three options for implementing the idea:
- Green top Suitable only for spacious rooms. Only the upper cabinets are made green, and the picture is complemented by matching textiles, blinds, and decorative elements. At the same time, the ceiling remains snow-white. nine0008
- Green bottom. It is a universal option regardless of the area and style, angular or linear arrangement. Sometimes not only the lower tier of the headset is designed this way, but also the floor.
- Whole green. Permissible only if you use a contrasting apron and countertops, colored inserts, glasses of other shades and other neutral accents.
As for the backsplash and countertops, only natural materials such as stone, ceramics, wood and glass should be used for them. If you want to use tiles, then a neat mosaic is used for large areas. nine0003
Dining area
A green table, sofa and chairs will look great if you use a shade that is not in the interior (to avoid bad taste).
A green table and a set are perfectly combined with white or beige walls. The latest trends include massive wood tops and wide backs of textured chairs that stand on metal and plastic green legs.
Curtains and other textiles
- Curtains, curtains, chair covers, tablecloths and towels should be made from modern mixed materials that will withstand regular washing, exposure to steam, moisture, grease, food acids.
- The length and dimensions of each element are selected based on the general concept of style, but not at the expense of practicality of use.
- Green colors are the easiest to implement in textiles, as they will act as small accents.
- When choosing a material and model, it should be taken into account that the green color is used to create lightness, and the layering of designs can ruin the whole effect. nine0008
As for other decor elements, you should give preference to beautiful dishes, photographs in green frames, thematic paintings (related to the kitchen theme), soft cushions for chairs, cookbooks with green spines and cute souvenirs.
And, of course, live plants.
A green-style kitchen will become a real highlight of an apartment or house. It is in such an oasis that you want to come after hard working days and enjoy family comfort, try a new recipe or just relax with a cup of coffee. The main thing is to know the measure in everything and not be afraid to seek advice from professionals and be inspired by photos in order to create a complete picture of the interior of the room. nine0003
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Content
- Advantages and disadvantages of decorating the kitchen in green
- Various styles to match the kitchen in green
- Various color combinations with green
- Ideal lighting for a green kitchen
- The main difficulties in decorating a kitchen in green
Decorating a kitchen is a very important task during a renovation. After all, it is in this place that the whole family can gather at one table, so the atmosphere should be fully conducive.
Before starting a renovation in the kitchen, a rather topical question usually arises: in what color should the room be decorated? You can not experiment and choose soft and pastel colors. However, many people prefer to fantasize about their kitchen space.
One of the rather bright and memorable colors is green. Kitchens in green can be very colorful. But still, this color in the kitchen area has its advantages and disadvantages. Also, the design of a green kitchen can be made in various variations. nine0003
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Advantages and disadvantages of designing a kitchen in green
One of the obvious advantages is that the green color is universal and can fit into any given interior. It has also been proven that the green color has a special calming effect on a person and has a beneficial effect on his psyche due to associations with nature.
For modern residents of large cities, this color in the main room in the apartment is very relevant. Green color can help strengthen immunity and general health, as well as relieve excessive fatigue. nine0003
Moreover, thanks to this color, you can visually expand the space and remove some imperfections. In the kitchen, it is very important to decorate this particular color, as it significantly increases appetite. There were far fewer cons than all the existing advantages. Green color can get bored after some time and look inharmonious if it is poorly combined with other shades.
In 2023, the calm design of kitchens is especially popular. Mostly during the design and preparation of the floor plan, moderate shades are chosen. Green is a great color for this trend, as it can be made in various tones and shades. Green color will look very attractive and create a special atmosphere. nine0003
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Variety of styles to match your kitchen in green
Green's versatility allows it to be paired with almost any color scheme. Plants in a green interior help to make the space more peaceful. Resting in such a room is a pleasure. As for the decor, you should carefully select colors and tones so that they blend perfectly with green.
Green kitchen can be presented in different styles. However, there are still certain options that make the interior look especially charming:
Provence style
This style is a very popular option when designing a kitchen. The kitchen, made advantageously in soft green shades, mentally sends you somewhere to a French town. In this style, the kitchen set is most often made in an aged type.
Also, such an interior is distinguished by such attributes as antique-style dishes, necessary decor, and plants. Provence style is reflected in the Beatrice kitchen from the Lube factory.
Oriental
In this version, cool green shades are quite actively used and additional decor is applied. Basically, the green color in the oriental style is present in shades such as olive, emerald and malachite.
Eco-style
This style implies the presence of neutral shades in the interior. In turn, wallpaper and other main accented things in the room can be decorated in calmer colors, and green can be made the main accent reflected in furniture, curtains, and pillows. nine0003
Art Deco style
Luxurious interiors in this style usually have different variations of cool shades of green. Such bright and saturated tones include emerald, malachite and others. As accents, furniture made of glass, metal and wood is usually placed.
Modern styles.
In modern variations, green is used in styles such as minimalism and high-tech. In a minimalist style, you can decorate the kitchen in light green and pale green without using any additional elements. High-tech, in turn, will combine the glossy surface of the kitchen set and bright green shades. Each option looks very attractive. In a modern style, a green kitchen is perfectly represented in the photo of Essence Rovere Colore Ardesia Lacacato from the Aurora cucine factory. nine0003
An apron plays an important part in the design of a green kitchen. There should not be any particular difficulties in its design, but it is still necessary to choose it in the right way. If you want to make your kitchen space almost completely in shades of green, you can arrange an apron in a more delicate color. Also, an apron can serve as an excellent accent and therefore it can be made bright and stand out against the general background. In this case, it is important to choose a certain saturation in order to correctly mark this thing against the general background.
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Various color combinations with green
Green can be combined with almost any color. However, it is necessary to approach the choice of design consciously in order to get the desired style of the interior.
White and beige are the best and classic combinations for a green style kitchen. The design will be very gentle due to the dilution of the interior style with white. Usually, this option is able to visually enlarge the space. Beige-green combination helps to relax in the best way. In a similar style, you can make beige the main color, and green to focus on furniture. nine0003
For an Art Deco or Modern style, green and gray are the perfect combination. It is the walls and some furniture that can be decorated in gray, and tables, cabinets, sofas and green curtains can make the necessary accent.
The combination of green and brown will look especially luxurious. This option can literally turn the apartment into a place of rest and relaxation.
Brown furniture will go well with soft green walls, curtains and other things. This style can be seen in the decorated Gran Duca kitchen from the Prestige factory. nine0003
The black and green combination is also a classic option. This style will look very fashionable and modern. The main color of the walls can be made black, and the bright green color will serve as an accent that appears in cabinets, tables and sofas.
A rather unusual combination of colors will be green and pink. At first glance, these two colors should in no way be in the same space, but still, they are able to create the desired comfort. These two colors are reminiscent of spring time, which means they give a charge of positive emotions. You need to be very careful when representing these two colors together. Usually green can serve as the main color, and pink can be an unusual and bright accent. Chairs, decor items, separate inserts in the kitchen set can serve as pink items in the interior. nine0003
For the more daring, you can decorate the interior using green with orange or red hues.
The combination of green and red will make the room very expressive and luxurious. For example, green in a similar style can be the main one, and red can focus on furniture. The combination of red and green can be seen in the design of the Gran Duca 01 kitchen from the Prestige factory. Orange will become less bright and annoying, and will perform a calming function.
Ideal lighting for a green kitchen
Green kitchen interiors seem to be a very versatile and calm option. A lot of accents should be made in the interior to make it more attractive. Lighting and lamps can serve as one of such accents.
- Small lamps in a golden style dining area will make quite an interesting accent and light up the entire space.
- For a country style kitchen, use a few small lights in the kitchen to illuminate the main areas. The lamps themselves can be selected with fittings made in bronze or gold style. Country style is shown in the design of the Granduca kitchen from the Marchi Cucine factory.
nine0008 - Full kitchen lighting is suitable for Art Nouveau style. As the lamps themselves, transparent glass lamps fit perfectly. They will attract attention and create the necessary light accent.
Any lighting should be expressive and attractive. Light accents should be placed in all important kitchen areas. It is worth noting that certain lamps in each style will attract attention even more.
The main difficulties in designing a kitchen in green
Green has become quite often used as the main color in the interior style. That is why, while thinking through the design details, you should select more unusual and original shades. If you want to make a kitchen in a certain style, green may not always be suitable. For example, with styles such as contemporary or wabi-sabi, this color may not fit at all.
Already in the case of an accurate and final decision to decorate the kitchen in green, another difficulty may arise. Due to the huge number of different shades, it can be difficult to decide on a particular one.
