Next Up

Evergreen: A Fresh Take on Forest Green

September 02, 2016

By: Shannon Phillips

A bit more vibrant than a natural green, this elegantly earthy hue can add a fresh look to any room. Find 13 ways to use it in every space.

Price and stock could change after publish date, and we may make money off these affiliate links. Learn more.

Scroll For More Photos

1 / 13

Evergreen Color Palette

An edgier take on classic forest green, this hue feels dramatic yet down-to-earth at the same time. Pair it with black, white and metallic accents for a high-contrast, high-impact space.

2 / 13

Inspired by Nature

A deep green with just a hint of blue, this color brings to mind vibrant evergreen trees. Even a small touch can add a fresh look to a mostly neutral space.

Neutral Sofa With Colorful Throw Pillows

Photo: Flynnside Out Productions. From: Brian Patrick Flynn

3 / 13

New Neutral

Evergreen-inspired hues are extremely versatile in home decor. They look just as good on walls as they do in textiles, and they go with almost everything.

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

Photo: Room and Board ©

4 / 13

Warm Contemporary

Clean-lined furniture combines with a rustic, woodsy color palette in this living room, creating a cozy yet contemporary space. Black and white accents look particularly striking when paired with a green sofa and wood-paneled walls.

Photo: Caitlin McCarthy Design. From: Caitlin McCarthy Designs

5 / 13

Rock and Roll Style

Forest green doesn't have to look rustic. In this eclectic living room, it looks edgy and energizing when paired with black, white and red accents. Rock on!

HGTV Spring House 2016: Vintage Tech in Midcentury Home

Photo: Photo By: Flynnside Out Productions. From: Brian Patrick Flynn

6 / 13

Green and Gold

A gold mirror gleams against a deep green wall in this stylish space. This rich color combo is perfect for fall.

Transitional Bedroom With Green Focal Wall

Photo: Grace Blu Designs. From: Grace Blu Interior Design

7 / 13

Accent Wall

If painting an entire room in this intense green hue sounds daunting, start with an accent wall. In this bedroom, a bright white ceiling balances an evergreen focal wall.

Eclectic Kitchen with Green Tile and Orange Accents

8 / 13

Subway Tile Twist

Subway tile is both timeless and trendy for the kitchen, but think beyond white to give it a fresh, unexpected look. Here, the green subway tile backsplash was inspired by the beautiful view of lush trees, provided by a large window.

Bathroom view - After 9: The bathroom was gutted and reconfigured to increase the square footage. The tub/shower now sits where the sink and vanity used to. A new tub is surrounded by green 4x4 tile, laid in a brick pattern.
Contra: Dal-tile; American Standard – Plumbing fixtures (tub, shower trim kit, toilet, sink and sink faucet)

Photo: Sarah Christine Wilson

9 / 13

Cozy Shower

In the bathroom, deep, woodsy green is a surprising alternative to the typical neutral tile. In this space, it surrounds the tub to create a tranquil spot for soaking away the stress of the day.

Black and White Bathroom With Green Chaise

Photo: Jason Kisner. From: Tineke Triggs

10 / 13

Art Deco Glam

Evergreen can look less earthy and more glamorous when paired with black, white and gold. A lush, green chaise longue enhances the luxurious look of this bathroom. The color palette is a nod to the art deco era.

Patio With Sectional and Lots of Seating

Photo: Flynnside Out Productions. From: Brian Patrick Flynn

11 / 13

Take It Outside

Evergreen hues are a natural fit for an outdoor living room, helping connect the space to its surrounding landscape. A vibrant green chandelier illuminates this patio, allowing it to be used day and night. Layers of muted forest green, beige and black complete the earthy palette.

Photo: Flynnside Out Productions. From: Brian Patrick Flynn

12 / 13

Fresh Front Door

A coat of green paint looks great on just about any front door, complementing a wide range of exterior home colors. Here, a green door makes a statement against a gray brick facade, but green also works well with red brick, yellow, white or brown exteriors.

Shingle-Style Home With Forest Green Window Frames

Photo: Andersen Windows

13 / 13

Earthy Exterior

Deep forest green perfectly complements Shingle-style architecture, accentuating the natural look of the wood siding.

Evergreen: A Fresh Take on Forest Green

Evergreen Color Palette

Inspired by Nature

New Neutral

Warm Contemporary

Rock and Roll Style

Green and Gold

Accent Wall

Subway Tile Twist

Cozy Shower

Art Deco Glam

Take It Outside

Fresh Front Door

Earthy Exterior

Related Pages