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Freshen Your Space With Accents of Green For Spring

March 16, 2012 by Angela Elias

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Freshen Your Space With Accents of Green For Spring

A former art teacher always told me to take breaks while painting a colorful piece to gaze at the color green. Even the most vibrant greens seem to have an immediate calming effect. It's certainly a refreshing shade, which surprisingly, does help to cleanse the visual palette.

I still apply the theory to other art forms; specifically, interior design. While drenching a room in green might not suit everyone, I'm inspired by the effect that concentrated doses of green can have on a space. In honor of St. Patrick's Day, which celebrates this shade every year, keep reading to see if green accents can work for your home!

This room has a tamed femininity that feels fresh. Clover-shaped headboards, brilliantly upholstered in mossy green, pick up the shape of the scalloped bed linens.

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Sometimes, an unexpected pop of green can completely change the feel of a piece of furniture.

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Instead of painting an entire room green, consider designating the color to a focal feature, like these built-in shelves that divide the two spaces.

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A bright, minty-colored armoire flanked by a pair of floral chairs introduces a modern garden vibe to an otherwise starkly white room.

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A vibrant green hutch instantly modernizes the traditional decor and breaks up the monotony of the wood tones.

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When choosing outdoor furniture, consider pieces in a range of shades from the green color spectrum. Nothing complements the surrounding flowers and plants better.

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If brighter color notes aren't your thing, moodier olive tones work incredibly well on furniture.

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Creating a dining area dedicated to the color green works as long as the color is repeated in small doses in a surrounding neutral space.

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Layering varying shades of green accessories can feel incredibly rich. Emerald, kelly, and chartreuse are flawlessly combined in this nook.

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Transform bunk beds into a colorful sculptural piece with colors that mimic the outdoors. The result is a kid-friendly room that feels modern and fresh.

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Even though this room is enrobed in a graphic print and filled with visually stimulating objects, a green desk instantly draws the eye.

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