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We're thinking about Kermit the Frog these days...maybe it is because everywhere we look outside we see bright, bold greens in our gardens and yards.  Well, unlike Kermit, we think it's easy being green. Bold greens, ranging from chartreuse to grass green to kelly green, add a lively splash of color to a room.  How bold you want to be is up to you, scour "shelter magazines" for more green interior design ideas.  Maybe just a pop of green in a throw or lamp will be enough.  Maybe you're ready to paint your walls grass green for a bold and colorful statement in your living room or kitchen.  However you choose to add a splash of color with bold green to your room you'll love the fresh, happy feeling it will bring to your space.

We love this grass green in the kitchen. The bold green is balanced by all the white so it isn't too overwhelming.

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A formal living room looks crisp with kelly green walls paired black and white carpet, and gold accents. Inspire any decorating ideas for living room designs?

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Another great bright green wall color balanced with lots of white.  We also love the green painted bentwood chairs.

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A soft hued bedroom with pale pink headboard has bright green accents. A little burst of green in a pillow or pattern duvet adds dimension to the color scheme. What a lovely shiny chartreuse box on the bedside table!

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We like this bold green painted chest of drawers in a mushroom gray room. Bright green really stands out against grays.

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The kelly green upholstered chairs and green lamp look fantastic against the creamy yellow of the walls and carpet. Gorgeous!

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Another example of green painted furniture in an otherwise neutral space. The bright green bed frame is playful and fun.

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Continuing the idea of a single piece of green furniture creating a focal point in a room, this velvet tufted sofa in bright green is a show stopper.

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Green With Envy!

 I'm always reminded this time of year what a perfect color green is and it seems no matter what room I throw a pop of it into, it just works. No doubt, this is because it's direct from nature, but I think we forget about all the amazing shades of this versatile color and just how important it is to bring the outside in...especially this time of year when it's a constant shade of grey skies. I have a few great green paints in my arsenal and use them often in kitchens and sunrooms, but I think the best way to use green is in bursts throughout the home. And don't fret about matching your greens! When is the last time you took a walk in the park and thought to yourself, "Oh my! Those trees don't match...they just hurt my eyes!" Never, right? 

So, mix em and match em and let yourself have some fun. 

Need some ideas on how to do that? Well, what do ya' know? I've got some at the ready! Enjoy.

 Great examples here of how to successfully use a couple of pops of green on the left and of how greens just work in all shades on the left. Loving that Moroccan inspired rug!

Minty shades look great mixed with black and white. This is one shade of green you might want to include in a really tight color palette. Keep it sharp and let the green shine.

We all know how great greens are when mixed with child-friendly colors, but take out that play table and the little girl and I'd love this room for my own space. Fresh and fun for a sunroom!

 Limey and chartreuse greens are fresh and fun...but be careful to use them sparingly or really well!

 Kelly green is one of my favorites. Bold and dramatic, it looks best when used with alot of black and white. Throw a pop of fuschia in there and I'm a happy girl.

 Turquoise, green and red? Not for everyone, but I use this palette quite a bit. This space feel off to me though...take away the flowers in the vase, add in some white washed wood floors, remove the shell centerpiece and throw a big red monogram on the back of those chairs and then it's speaking my language.

This peacocky green has been on my mind ALOT lately. Check back with me in February to find out why!

Love that wallpaper. Makes me want to take a big bite out of this room because it feels so fresh!

The shade of green on the sofa is such a beautiful addition to this traditional space. An otherwise staid (been wanting to use that word all day) color palette is brought back to life with just that little injection of muted color. Really well done.

Not the most inspired space, but isn't this color combo fabulous? That chartruese with the chunky white molding and wood work and those espresso floors. Spot on. 

This space reminds me of my favorite Polo shirt circa 1986. I sure tried the preppy look on for size, but my darn bohemian nature fights to get out every time.  

 This is probably my favorite of the bunch and is a perfect reflection of my style. Each color, each item looks lovingly selected but not matchy matchy. It feels well put together, but not stodgy. Those green drapes are so perfect with all those neutrals!

What's your favorite shade of green? 

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