Fifty shades of green: 7 refreshing homes where the colour green summons nature indoors

While the material palette of the structure—which is largely pared back and in all things stone, which are reclaimed, repurposed and reused in various ways; and textures that are rough, bush-hammered, hand-punched, matte and rustic—the colours employed, however, are vibrant in hues inspired by the seminal Sri Lankan textile designer Barbara Sansoni. These bottle green cement oxide walls—made in composition with sedimentary granite dust—infuse this quiet side room with a certain serenity, connecting it to the home’s lush surroundings.

Original Text by Arshia, Edited by Ariane Shah

Vibrant Green For A Tranquil Den

Kshan Collective

Kshan Collective

Each room in this 1,000-square-foot Mumbai home is enveloped in a distinct colour, creating a vibrant yet cohesive design narrative. Striking bold colours in the private rooms and subtle tones in the public areas define the RGB House—short for the ‘Red Green Blue’ House. Designed by Pratha Bhagat and Harsh Soneji of Studio MAT for a chartered accountant who is both an art and travel enthusiast, the home seamlessly blends comfort with style.

The den, a tranquil retreat dedicated to the homeowner’s cherished collection of books and souvenirs, is enveloped in a bright green palette. “The interplay of colours and shapes reflects the delicate balance between structure and creativity, a hallmark of contemporary living,” say the designers.

Original Text by Aishwarya Khurana, Edited by Ariane Shah

A Serene Sage Sanctuary

Suryan//Dang

Suryan//Dang

Anyone remotely familiar with Deshmukh and Lahoti’s work will confirm that the Pune-based architects, known for their earthy signature, can turn nothing into anything—even Bali—as long as they have free rein. “The clients wanted a space that not only showed off their creativity but also felt like a sanctuary for inspiration and relaxation. This led to the bold use of colour, texture, and natural elements throughout the home, with each room telling its own story. Their artistic vision just clicked with our approach of creating serene but stylish spaces, so it was a perfect match.” The priority? Summoning nature indoors. Walls were calmed with sage green plaster, floors were illumined with delicate pink inlay, and art was emblazoned onto the wall to resemble a natural outgrowth.

“By integrating vibrant elements like the limewashed green wall and the textured Jaipur pink stone, we were able to create an environment that felt both lively and serene, honouring their vision while maintaining our design principles,” shares Lahoti. The result is a retreat where no detail is too small, and none is too large. “Everything is a feeling of tranquillity and a celebration of simplicity,” Deshmukh says—just like the Bali of the Patils’ dreams.

Original Text by Vaishnavi Nayel Talawadekar, Edited by Ariane Shah

A Sentimental Lime Finish

Syam Sreesylam

Syam Sreesylam

Bengaluru-based design practice Aviot Architects has reimagined the interiors of an old 3,750 square-foot Bengaluru home nestled in the leafy neighbourhood of Malleswaram. The homeowner, Vinod Kumar grew up in Bengaluru and felt a deep connection to his childhood home – so when he returned to India from the US with his wife and son, he wanted the renovation to be a window into his childhood infusing it with a blend of 70s nostalgia and an Indian contemporary aesthetic.