A sage green living room can be stylish and refreshing, without having to go bold in your paint color choice. Sage green is a versatile color that can be combined with a plethora of secondary tones and with its reference to nature, it can add a beautiful fresh touch to a space, without being too overpowering. While it’s a great color choice for a living room, it’s perfect for a bedroom or even kitchen cabinets as well.
Take a look at the living rooms with sage green walls in the list below to get an idea of what this beautiful paint color can due to your room. If you are unsure about this color choice, you can always opt for an accent wall in your interior design and gradually paint the entire room later if you like the look.
Sage green walls and white furniture in a calming living space
The sage green paint color on the walls in this living room really transforms this ordinary space into a well-balanced interior that looks both fresh and warm at the same time. The sage green on the walls is paired up with throw pillows and curtains in warm tones, which results in a cozy and welcoming setting.
The white sofa combined with the white area rug and the natural tones on the coffee table and the lounge chair really stands out against the herringbone hardwood flooring and the sage green walls. The green plants spread throughout the space bring out the green hues in the wall color and complete the interior decor.
Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Alvhem
Accentuate White Corn Molding with Sage Green Living Room Walls
In this beautiful turn-of-the-century living room, the baseboards and historic features in the fireplace and crown molding stand out against the calming shade of green on the walls. The abundance of natural light brightens up the green tones and a small gallery wall above the sofa pops out next to the mirror reflecting the plant.
Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem
A sage green paint with yellow undertones combined with warm tones
This gorgeous sage green living room has a very warm look, brought on by the combination of brown tones in the wooden coffee table, Ivar storage cabinets, wall shelving, and the natural area rug underneath the white sofa.
The yellow undertones in the soft paint color stand out against the white trim underneath the ceiling and the gold trumpet wall lamp finishes the look off nicely.
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A fresh sage green living room with sage green window frames
The sage green walls in this majestic turn-of-the-century apartment give the room a fresh look that is enhanced by the slightly darker tone of sage green on the window and door frames for an impressive effect.
The mixture of purple and pink in the accessories stands out against the sage green walls in a powerful way, adding lots of character and style to this lovely interior.
The adjacent bedroom and kitchen are painted in the same wall color for a cohesive effect that is both soothing and stylish at the same time.
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Sage green walls and white floors in a studio living room
This living room also includes a bed and the multi-functional space has been given a bright look by painting the walls in a fresh sage green that highlights the white plank floors and the white ceiling.
Both the bedroom and living room sections are decorated with white textiles as a base color, which is then enhanced by subtle beiges that brighten the look and add a soothing feel to the decor. The beige fabric pendant light above the coffee table stands out against the sage green backdrop and the white antique dresser in between the bed and sofa adds a unique decor element to the room.
Sage walls with warm undertones and walnut dining chairs
Sage green living rooms can have either a fresh or a warm appearance. The yellow undertones in this sage green paint color push the interior palette more toward the warm side. The warm undertones are enhanced by the beautiful walnut dining chairs around the dining table, while the sofa area has a very light appearance created by the white textiles and soft furnishings.
Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Jonas Berg for Stadshem
A sage green wall color paired up with a dark blue velvet couch
While most of the living room ideas in this list pair up sage green paint with a lighter color palette in the furniture, this refreshing mix of bright sage green walls and a dark blue velvet couch shows how darker tones can work with sage green walls too.
The white area rug and rice paper pendant light balance out the dark blue velvet fabric on the sofa, while the wooden bench against the sage green accent wall creates the perfect spot for a small gallery wall in neutral colors.
Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Mariah Salander for Bjurfors
Enhance your Sage Green Living Room with Wainscoting on the Walls
In this green living room, the decor is very modest, which makes the wall color stand out even better. The two beige sofas and the off-white textiles make the wall color pop out against the white crown molding underneath the ceiling.
Wainscoting detailing on the impressive wall height in this modern living room enhances the paint color and adds a classic effect to the room.
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Sage green wall paneling and a white historic fireplace
The light sage green tone on the walls and on the sage green wall paneling on the storage modules adds a subtle and elegant touch to this majestic living room with white crown molding, white hardwood floors, and a big black coffee table that stands out so nicely in this look.
The wall color makes the white historic fireplace with the gold detail decorating the corner of this living room stand out in a nice way. I believe the gold detail in the fireplace also inspired the modern chandelier in the middle of the space.
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White furniture paired up with sage green walls and a gallery wall
The living room gallery wall in soothing neutral shades stands out against the sage green paint color on the walls in this living room. The white sofa, white area rug, and white curtains lighten up the space, while the brown and black tones in the armchair and the leather pouf add a lovely contrast to the style.
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A sage green accent wall paired up with greys and beiges
The white walls in this living room are paired up with a beautiful sage green accent wall against which the sofa is paced. The beige and grey tones in the accessories and furnishings have a warm and calming effect on the interior design, while the green plant in the corner next to the window highlights the beautiful sage tone on the accent wall.
On an accent wall like this, you can also opt for a sage green wallpaper design with a subtle pattern to add a bit more depth.
Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi for Alvhem
Sage green with cool undertones in a classy living room
This beautiful living room lays in between the master bedroom on the one side and a guest bedroom on the other, both painted white. The sage green living room walls have a subtle blue undertone that contrasts nicely with the warm and neutral palette in the furniture and decor pieces.
The gold floor lamp, large art print, and vintage cabinet add a unique touch to the interior design and the white doorways, window frames, and crown molding break up the sage-green living room walls.
Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem
Combined living room and bedroom in a subtle sage green wall color
This is a great example of a studio apartment with sage green walls. The lovely shade of sage green is very subtle and light, allowing the daylight to be reflected in a very soft way, making the small one-bedroom apartment feel spacious.
Both the lounge area and the corner where the bed is placed are decorated with darker tones in the textiles, adding contrast to the decor.
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Add a Cool Green to White Floors and a White sofa for a Crisp Effect
When you are working with white floors and predominantly white furniture pieces in your sitting room, working with a cool green shade can create a fresh and cohesive look. Since this room doesn’t get that much natural daylight, the light tones in the home decor brighten up the space.
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A warm living room with subtle sage green walls
The sage green paint color in this turn-of-the-century dining and living room brings out the white ceilings and the warm hardwood flooring that define the space. The different shades of wood in the dining table, dining chairs, and coffee table pair up nicely with the white sofa and the soft beige curtains in front of the windows.
The green plants bring out the green tones in the painted walls and add a subtle note of color to the decor.
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A darker sage green wall color in a living room with white floors
The dark sage green paint color in this living room brings out the beautiful white crown molding and the white-soaped hardwood flooring in a lovely way. The white sofa combined with the dark area rug and the deeper green tones in the art prints creates a balanced contrast in the space.
The adjacent bedroom is painted white, which puts even more attention on the sage green walls in the main living area.
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A light sage green living room with a matching artwork
Sage green is a versatile color that can replace whites when you go for a light tone. A light sage green can have a calming effect just like an off-white, yet it does add a bit more character to your living room.
The sage green walls in this living room are paired up with a white sofa and area rug and a contrasting black floor lamp and lounge chair. The artwork above the sofa includes the same sage green color for a beautiful tone-on-tone effect.
Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Jonas Berg for Stadshem
A light sage green paint color and white furnishings
The subtle sage green wall color in this living room is enhanced by white furniture pieces and a white rug for a balanced look that s enhanced with wood tones to add more warmth. The green plant in the corner next to the sofa pops out of this decor setting and is a true eye-catcher.
Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Fredrik J Karlsson for Alvhem
A sage green dining and living room with cool undertones
The combination of sage green, soft grey, and black accent pieces works so nicely in this spacious living room. The sage green wall color brings out the ceiling height and the beautiful crown molding in the space, while the grey sofa and area rug work well with the black pieces in the interior.
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Light sage green combined with a grey sofa and a black lounge chair
The fireplace in the corner of this living room is enhanced by the sage green walls on either side, setting the white details apart. The round mirror on top of the grey sofa reflects the space nicely and adds extra depth to the interior design.
Rather than working with a sage green accent wall, the white wall sections around the fireplace break up the green wall surfaces in a similar way.
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Pair your Sage green walls with Red and Pink tones
While sage green paint works well with any neutral color palette, you can create a unique look by adding red, coral, and pink to the mixture.
The soft textured area rug in combination with the white sofa and the sage green paint creates the perfect backdrop for the contrasting black coffee table and the pink and red tones in the frames art prints.
The light furniture and lighting balance out the slightly deeper sage green paint color on the walls.
Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Maria Sahlander for Bjurfors
Add Black Accents to Your Sage Green Living Room Walls
The living room below features the most muted of the sage green paint colors on the list. The white curtains, sofa, and area rug brighten up this setting, while the black wall lamp and sideboard add a contrasting element.
Styled by Martina Mattsson, photographed by Krister Engström, via Kvarteret Makleri
Pair a Dark Sage Green Living Room with Warm Tones and Darker Greys
The dark shade of sage green on the living room walls in the example below is paired with a grey limewash bedroom wall color and a darker palette in the textiles and sofa. This color combination results in a contrasting setting from which the elegant crown molding underneath the ceiling stands out.
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Break Up Your Wall Color with a Wall Rug
The green palette created by the living room walls and the green plants is lightened by the white sofa and area rug. The wall rug and the beige and brown tones in the textiles add a warm glow to this elegant and modern living room.
Styled by Emma Fisher and Annica Clarmell, photographed by Jens Eliasson for Bjurfors
Pair Light Sage with a darker Sage Green Accent Wall
This beautiful living and sleeping space with white floors, and beige textiles has a combination of two different sage-green walls. The three main walls have been painted in a very subtle and muted sage. A sage-green accent wall adds a darker sage green to the setting and provides the space with a bit of depth.
Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem
What Colour goes with a sage green living room?
If you want your sage green walls to shine on their own, decorate in a neutral color palette and mix whites, beiges, brown, and wood tones for a soft look in your room. A neutral color palette will add a soothing effect to your interior design, while a light palette in your furniture and soft furnishings will make the sage green walls stand out in a soft yet powerful way.
Bring the outdoors indoors and decorate with fresh green plants that complement a sage green wall color. The plants can work as ideal accessories in a space with sage green walls.
If you want to go bold, decorate with shades of red, pink, and purple to contrast against a sage green accent wall. Since both colors are on the opposite side of the color wheel, you can create a unique look like this. To stay on the safe side, try decorating with throw pillows or art prints in powerful colors, rather than picking out larger furniture pieces.
