This Seattle remodel incorporated two wide glass walls, so consideration of the light was an important part in choosing the right shade of green for the kitchen. Other factors in the decision were cohesion with the Victorian-era architecture and the rosy glow of the polished fir floors.

“That light reflecting off of bright-colored cabinets might have made the room uncomfortably bright, leading us to explore darker color options,” says Malcom Richardson of Board & Vellum. “That hint of rose [from the flooring] is complemented by greens. With this in mind, we selected a rich jewel green that strengthens the home’s Victorian aesthetic and evokes a natural, serene feeling, linking the kitchen to the garden just outside.”

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Madison Jackson, lead designer at Lee Kimball, knew her Boston-area clients were excited to do something fun and bold in their game room. A saturated color was just the thing to kick it off.

“Benjamin Moore’s Peale Green felt like it hit the mark of giving the space a presence that drew you in but still felt cozy and not over the top,” Jackson says. “It paired really well with the contrasting saddle leather tones and the more analogous blue-greens in the rug and pillows.”

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McBarnet, of Wild Child, specializes in playrooms. When she chose Yeabridge Green by Farrow & Ball for this room, she was thinking of the qualities it would offer not only to the young children who live here, but also to their parents.

“We loved this fresh, clean, midtone green for our clients’ playroom because it brings a sense of calm to the space,” she says. “It helps the whole family feel more grounded without taking away from the energy and fun of the room. In a space that’s all about creativity, movement and play, green provides a soothing backdrop that supports focus and emotional regulation while still feeling fresh and fun.”

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