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18 Luxe Ways to Decorate With Emerald Green

July 21, 2015

By: Keri Sanders

Abundant in nature, fun and sophisticated indoors, and always stunning, emerald green is one trendy color that's here to stay. Browse gorgeous designer spaces, and learn how to use this luxurious hue in your home.

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Green Agate Accent Wall in White Bedroom With Black & White Duvet

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Agate Motif

Black and white bedding and sleek furniture are offset by a striking accent wall in this bedroom. Both daring and sophisticated, the emerald green agate motif adds a splash of color behind the platform bed. Small houseplants add a hint of color in the corners of the otherwise neutral room.

Emerald Green Sofa in Mid-Century Modern Living Room

Photo: David A. Land. From: HGTV Magazine

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Jewel-Tone Accents

An emerald green sofa is the focal point of this mid-century modern living room. The living room is adorned with pink accents and a floor-to-ceiling bookshelf.

White Transitional Kitchen With Blue and Green Accents

Photo: Andrea Schumacher. From: Andrea Schumacher

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Colorful Classic Kitchen

A white kitchen doesn't have to be ALL white. Here, designer Andrea Schumacher opted for just two small shelves in lieu of upper cabinets, making the fanciful floral wallpaper the star. For contrast, she chose an emerald green tone from the wallpaper to paint the kitchen's island. The standout green piece complements the blue floral wallpaper, the Murano glass chandeliers, white cabinetry and Carrara marble backsplash.

Blue Accented Living Room With Emerald Green Ottoman

Photo: Victoria Pearson. From: HGTV Magazine and Emily Henderson

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A Pouf of Color

This living room features blue accents like the blue bird paper weight and the blue armchairs. A single emerald green pouf provides another pop of color.

Photo: Horchow ©

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Emerald Green + Navy

This emerald green bedroom is a striking space that has navy blue accents and a mirrored nightstand, creating a dazzling space.

Photo: Hilton & Hyland, a member of Luxury Portfolio International

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Splash of Green

The master bedroom's large walk-in closet provides ample space for storing clothing and shoes. An emerald green center table offers plenty of storage space for accessories, such as belts and jewelry.

Photo: Eric Perry ©

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Preppy Guest Room

The second-floor bedroom at HGTV Smart Home 2014 provides a quiet retreat for overnight guests. A color scheme of blue, green, white and khaki serves as a springboard for a preppy, sophisticated style. A crisp white duvet and shams, embellished with satin blue stitching, lend hotel-inspired luxury.

Photo: Windermere Real Estate, a member of Luxury Portfolio International®

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Enticing Entryway

An emerald green paneled door opens onto a foyer with an arched ceiling, curved walls and a graceful hanging staircase with a bronze and iron railing.

From: Secrets From a Stylist and HGTV Design Star

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Vintage-Inspired Seating

The small sunroom is given a burst of color and pattern with the vintage-inspired carpet and '50s vinyl chairs.

Wood Dining Table With Green Vinyl Chairs, Wine Rack and Art

From: Secrets From a Stylist

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Earthy Breakfast Nook

A casual breakfast nook is styled very naturally as if someone was just there. The earthiness of the rustic table and breadboards is contrasted with the bright green vinyl chairs and graphic mid-century wine rack. A breakfast nook is the perfect place to add a small playful art vignette while you sip your morning coffee.

Game Room: Clifftop Mansion in Santa Barbara, Calif.

Photo: Village Properties, a member of Luxury Portfolio International

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Wall to ... Ceiling

In a playful move by the designer, emerald green covers the walls and ceiling in the spacious game room while the billiard table shows off a ruby red. Double doors allow easy access to a patio and walkway.

White Room With Wood Paneling, Desk, Open Bookshelf and Green Sofa

Photo: Room and Board ©

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Sophisticated Sofa

Combined with black, white and gold, emerald green is given a fresh look with an opulent feel. This lively color also looks fabulous with neutrals and pairs beautifully with blues, pinks and reds.

Formal Master Bedroom With Faux Canopy Bed and Green Walls

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Enchanting Master Bedroom

Damask-print pillows top a small white elegant sofa in this formal master bedroom.The padded headboard with nailhead trim accent the faux canopy style of the bed and set the formal tone.

White Transitional Bathroom With Green Tile and Contemporary Vases

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Glowing Green

The Venetian glass tiles around the connecting bath mantel are original. A salvaged wooden panel found in Paris was painted in a neutral tone, which highlights the watery greens and contemporary blown glass vases.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

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Vibrant Kid's Room

An ornate sage green chandelier with exposed bulbs hangs in a green and white bedroom with floral patterned wall paper and large roman shades. A day bed works in the small bedroom and provides storage along with the green glass-front bookcase.

Transitional Living Room With Painted Floors, Drapes, Round Mirror

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Bright Accents

Slim-fitting slipcovers on a chair and bench complement the trim, transitional lines in this living room. Neutral walls, hand-painted floors and well-balanced accessories achieve a polished yet unfussy look.

Retro White Breakfast Nook With Beadboard

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Subtle and Simple

This eat-in kitchen has some real retro charm: its floor is painted in green diamonds and a 1970s china cabinet displays green and white dishware. Meanwhile, the beadboard wall and heavy, painted dining table are quintessential cottage fixtures.

White Kitchen With Green Island and Chairs

Photo: Kim Cornelison Photography. From: Lori Paranjape

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White Kitchen With Green Island

This white country kitchen features white Shaker-style cabinets, three pendant lights, shiplap walls, and a bold green eat-in island that grabs attention.