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Lotus Flower

Benjamin Moore · 571

The Analysis

Lotus Flower is a soft, mid-tone green that acts as a bridge between a neutral and a color. With an LRV of 63.93, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel more open and prevents the space from feeling cave-like.

This color works best as a main wall paint in living areas or kitchens where you want life without overwhelming the senses. Because it’s relatively muted, it serves as an excellent backdrop for art and furniture without competing for attention.

LRV 64

History & Origin

While green has deep roots in traditional homes, this specific tone leans modern and fresh. It avoids the heavy, moody quality of historical greens, making it a current choice for contemporary updates.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

This shade pairs exceptionally well with light oak or walnut wood tones and matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast. It performs best in rooms with steady light and looks great alongside crisp, clean white trim.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels crisp and orderly rather than sleepy. It provides a clean, revitalizing backdrop that feels balanced and prevents a room from looking too sterile.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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