Stuart Graham: Green Interior Design Ideas for Every Home

From barely-there sage to full-on emerald, green is one of those colours that can do almost anything. It can make a room feel calm and collected, bring a little of the garden indoors or add serious drama with just one fabulous piece of upholstery. No wonder it’s often called nature’s neutral, and green interior design can bring all of these qualities into the home.

For those ready to give green a go, the team at Stuart Graham shares four easy ways to make it work at home.

Go a little country


There’s plenty to love about the relaxed charm of an English country cottage, and green is key to getting the look. Start with softer shades such as sage and artichoke, then have some fun with pattern. Small-scale florals, chintz, ogee designs and playful geometrics can all happily live together. The trick is not to make it feel too perfect; a mix-and-match approach gives the room that collected-over-time character.

Mix it up


Green gets even more interesting when texture joins the party. Layer plush velvets with checked weaves, jacquards and statement prints, then break up the fabric with stone, tile or timber. A little brushed gold on furniture, lighting or hardware can add just enough shine and looks particularly good against deeper greens.

Bring the outside in


For those going green, inspiration can come straight from the source. Fill vases with fresh foliage, bring in plenty of plants and make the most of natural light. Timber and stone keep the connection going, while botanical prints, trailing embroideries and green stripes can carry the idea across curtains, cushions and upholstery. Mix prints, weaves and embroidery rather than sticking to one finish for a more layered look.

Go dark and dramatic


For a completely different mood, turn up the colour. Emerald, jade and forest green are brilliant for creating rooms with depth and personality. Try a sweeping floor-length curtain or an upholstered armchair for those ready to make a statement, and add animal-inspired patterns for an extra dose of maximalism. Those not quite ready for that much green can start with a few scatter cushions.

Stuart Graham has been bringing colour, pattern and texture into South African interiors since 1982. With locally produced collections alongside textiles sourced from around the world, its extensive fabric offering gives homeowners plenty of ways to find the perfect shade, whether they’re firmly on team sage or ready to go all-in on emerald. Green interior design offers plenty of scope for creating spaces that feel layered, characterful and connected to nature.

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