Stay Serene this Spring with Restorative, Relaxing Green
Be inspired by fresh greens this Spring! Taking a cue from nature, using green in the home can create a calming reflective atmosphere, from the peaceful tranquillity of forests, to the feel-good factor of strolling through a lush, spring meadow.
Green is traditionally the colour of renewal and rejuvenation and without fail has an impact on Spring trends and homeware inspiration. It comes in many guises from vibrant citrus lime to more sedate mossy hues.
Here’s our pick of the top three interior trends this Spring, to help you create a green, serene haven in your living space.
Elemental Nature
The overriding trend in interiors for 2015 is all about creating a natural haven in your home that helps you switch off from the stresses of the day and re-connect with nature. Greens are key colours in this trend, supported by greys, browns and other hues which reflect the natural landscape.
Shades from dark forest to pale aqua work well alongside natural elements such as exposed wooden flooring, furniture featuring rustic textures, stone, leather, linen and foliage.
The G Plan Washington range of leather reclining sofas and armchairs is available in natural lichen.
The Next Zen-eration
If you are choosing a green to create a zen-like calming effect make sure you opt for shades which are paler and less saturated, particularly on your walls. Cool greens can be dreamy and meditative while beige greens and yellow greens are more stress relieving and relaxing, especially in the softer shades.
Zen colour schemes aren’t afraid to mix natural elements, neutral colours and rustic textures, creating a fresh, inspiring décor. For example contemporary man-made materials that mimic solid wood, metal and natural stone textures can be blended with colourful patterns and fabric prints. Pale greens also look great as a backdrop for driftwood furniture and lighting fixtures in grey colour tones.
The beautiful embellished ‘Hope’ would fit beautifully into a zen colour scheme
Modern Mid-Greens
Timeless mid-greens, such as Farrow and Ball’s ‘Breakfast Room Green’, are perfect for those who want to up the style stakes but don’t want a drastic makeover. These chameleon shades work well with modern geometrics and bold prints. They can be used on walls, furniture upholstery or accessorising lamps and vases.
Easy on the eye, these shades are particularly popular amongst mid-century modern lovers and Scandi-style aficionados. Clean lines and tapered legged furniture like the Ercol Artisan lamp table are perfect for creating a relaxed, uncluttered look.
Invite spring into your home
With a little planning and drawing inspiration from these themes, you can create a relaxing haven full of interest and depth, which will draw green-eyed looks from your visitors. Our experienced sales advisors will be only too happy to talk you through the process of choosing fabrics and upholstery options, to help you freshen up a room with some serene seasonal greens.
View more of our serene greens on our Pinterest board.
- 17th April 2015
