Green is making waves in bathroom design this year, bringing a sense of serenity, depth, and biophilic harmony to these private spaces. From soft sage to bold emerald, this versatile hue evokes a connection to nature, reinforcing the wellness-focused aesthetics homeowners are embracing right now.
Whether through lush tiles, painted cabinetry, or wallpapered accents, green adapts beautifully to both classic and contemporary styles. It provides a grounding presence in minimalist spaces, a bold statement in maximalist ones, and a timeless quality that ensures longevity in design.
To showcase the best of this trend, we’ve gathered 12 inspiring green bathrooms that illustrate the beauty and versatility of this color. From subtle earth tones to striking jewel shades, these spaces prove that green is here to stay.
Playful Pops
DREES HOMES
Sometimes, just a bit of color can make a big difference—whether it’s an accent wall or hardware. “The perfect pop of green creates a statement,” says Alexa Drees Walker, director of midwest design centers at Drees Homes. “This shower features gorgeous Carrara porcelain tile—which is offset by an emerald green vertical subway tile—adding both contrast and visual appeal.”
Rethinking a Classic
MARC-MICHAELS INTERIOR DESIGN
Some colors are classics for a reason, but that doesn’t mean they have to be applied the same way ad infinitum.
“Hunter green is often considered a traditional color, but we used it here in a fresher application,” says Mark Tremblay, president of Marc-Michaels Interior Design. “A contemporary tile by Artistic Tile pairs well with the green lacquered cabinet in Sherwin-Williams’ Isles of Pines. The updated brass faucet, lighting, and mirror all have a cleaner design, but the gold finish brings warmth to the space.”
Olive Elegance
NATHAN SCHRODER PHOTOGRAPHY
Some colors are tried-and-true classics in bathrooms—but that doesn’t mean you always have to use them. In this space, a different palette worked perfectly.
“Bathrooms often lean towards blues,” says interior designer Erin Sander. “However, layering Benjamin Moore’s Spanish Olive wood paneling with grasscloth wallcoverings from Peter Fasano creates an instant classic.”
“The pale olive warmth beautifully complements a floating marble sink and French blue stone floors,” he continues. “It offers both levity and brightness in a small-yet-purposeful space.”
Bring the Outside In
JEAN ALLSOP
A home’s architectural elements play a major role in its interior design scheme. Even in the bathroom, it’s a good idea to tie these two aesthetics together.
“We always look to the architectural style of the home for inspiration first, and this home had a weathered cedar shake exterior,” says Ciara Word, founder of Word Interiors. “Admittedly, the clients were more comfortable using blue, but green was the natural choice for color throughout the home. It complemented the exterior’s organic style.”
Dapper Details
NATALIE HOWE INTERIORS
Sometimes, a bathroom can take on a personality all its own. That’s especially true if you add a splash of color, like a verdant green.
“I imagine if this room were a person, he’d be a dapper gentleman in a classic tux—tailored and refined,” says interior designer Natalie Howe. “The green cement tile? His statement piece—a tie or pocket square that adds just the right amount of personality and flair.”
Tropical Taste
POLINA PIGULEVSKY PHOTOGRAPHY
Wallpaper is a great way to bring green into a bathroom. A particularly vibrant wallcovering or mural can even transport you to another locale entirely.
“In this small guest room bathroom, we decided to bring a lush island retreat feel with green palm wallpaper, white sconces, and a rattan-wrapped mirror,” says interior designer Troy Spurlin.
Serene Sage
SARAH MONTGOMERY INTERIORS
Green doesn’t have to be bright and loud and instead can create a tranquil, elegant feel in the bathroom. Here, rosemary tile from Fireclay brings a soft, serene look to the space.
“Green is a very livable color to incorporate as permanent finishes in a bathroom,” says interior designer Sarah Montgomery. “There are so many shades to choose from, from soft and spa-like to bold and bright. We love using hand-glazed tile in shades of green for the subtle variation.”
Jewel Tone Touches
KOBEL + CO
In this bathroom by KOBEL + CO, green takes center stage, with glossy, deep green tiles creating a jewel box effect—and pairing perfectly with the brass hardware. The result is a space that feels timeless and transportive, but still a bit playful.
Rustic Refinement
LAWLESS DESIGN
One of the biggest interior design challenges is updating a historic space. Preserving traditional charm is important, after all—but so is a contemporary refresh.
“For this Craftsman cottage-style project, we wanted to keep the character of the space,” says Hannah Oravec, founder of Lawless Design. “We chose to color wash the bathroom in a sage green tone, and paired it with rustic brick tiles, which were juxtaposed by a more refined marble sink. Vintage sconces and a mirror bring it all together.”
Daring Drench
WILLIAM JESS LAIRD
The quirky bathroom in this historic cottage by designer Clive Lonstein makes use of the increasingly popular color-drenching technique. Here, the space is covered from top to bottom in Benjamin Moore’s Potpourri Green, a daringly vibrant shade that creates a playful, immersive effect.
Aloe Oasis
JASON ROEHNER
“Aloe green is one of our go-to colors to create a relaxing atmosphere,” says interior designer Mackenzie Collier. In this Jack & Jill bathroom, green tile adds just enough warmth and interest to catch the eye, while still keeping things neutral and tranquil.
Go Geometric
JULIE SOEFER
“We created this bathroom palette based on the client’s preference for a rich, deep, Oz-like green,” says interior designer Pamela Hope. The custom wall-hung vanity was painted green to match the quartz wallpaper by Cole & Son; satin brass fixtures for the plumbing, lighting, hardware, and mirror glow against the verdant background.
