With the pandemic upturning every semblance of normalcy in our lives, the past year has been unprecedented, to say the least. Putting uncertainty firmly behind us, we choose to look forward with hope and the promise of new beginnings.
And so, Asian Paints has come up with ‘Cherish’ as its Colour of the Year 2021; a soft and nurturing shade of fresh minty green that speaks of growth and resurgence. This quiet shade gently soothes, even as it instils a sense of hope in us. ‘To live, love and cherish all that is, and will be’ —could we ever ask for more?
By redoing your home interior in this peaceful shade of green, you can rein in your restless mind and spirit, and transport yourself to a place of calm and balance! Here’s how you can paint your home with this comforting hue.
Layer hues of green
From mint to chartreuse to moss, shades of green are all the rage right now. We could all do with the tranquil serenity of this lovely living room, where mint green on the walls pairs perfectly with the sea-green cabinets and the patterned green throw on the sofa.
Minty fresh mornings
Green and cream never fail to combine beautifully well together. Wouldn’t you love to wake up to a morning that’s all wrapped up in a minty green quilt! This pretty-as-a-picture bedroom adds intricately crocheted cushions and matching bedcovers for textural interest.
Understated elegance
The undertones of quiet elegance in this pale green family corner are further emphasised by the rhythmic cadence of the striped wallpaper and the geometric wall art. Minty green is the ideal shade to complement accents of blonde wood and muted grey.
Soothing pastels
Combinations of pastel shades are always pleasing to the eye and lend a calming vibe to any space. This charming room packs in dollops of personality with soft shades of green, cream, grey and pink, all tied together with vibrant geometric patterns in black and white.
Farmhouse charm
This gorgeous farmhouse foyer blends the indoors and the outdoors with the pretty garden-style bench and trellised backdrop framing the lush green view of the garden. While the palette is predominantly white, textures and patterns in green hues create a world of visual interest. Green potted plants add to the look.
Bring in the greenery!
Greenery accentuates all shades of green — so do add leafy potted plants and succulents in, well, green pots to your green room for all all-green vibe! Plants elevate the décor of any room and create an outdoorsy, natural vibe that’s hard to beat.
Rustic brick painted green
A distressed brick wall is given a wash with mint green distemper, creating a rustic-chic ambience that is super sophisticated and lends itself to any décor theme. Here, the designer has made the foreground pop with a sunny yellow chair perched on a velveteen carpet.
Two-toned kitchen
Mint green and oak wood are a match made in heaven, as this lovely kitchen showcases. The double-layered overhead cabinets create extra storage space and offer up a unique focal point. Soft grey cloudy tiles in the backsplash are repeated on the floor.
Spa-inspired bathrooms
Light mint has a clean and refreshing aesthetic, making it the perfect choice for a spa-inspired bathroom. Surround yourself with tropical palms as you soak in the decadence at the end of a stressful day! Note how the marbled walls add to the natural look.
Sophisticated or playful, bold or soft shades of green are having their moment in the spotlight! Whether you want to wrap your home in green or use tiny smidges of this calming shade, a green makeover can make all the difference to your home.
This article is contributed by Dipti Das, VP-Design, HomeLane.com.
(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of RoofandFloor)