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Maison Verte 0761

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The Analysis

Maison Verte is an exceptionally light, crisp green that acts as a neutral. With an LRV of 88.23, it reflects a vast amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel significantly more open and airy.

This functions best as a primary wall colour for entire rooms, providing a subtle, organic backdrop. Because it is so pale, it acts as a modern alternative to white paint while adding just enough personality to prevent a room from feeling clinical.

LRV 88

History & Origin

While it draws on the tradition of heritage garden palettes, its high-LRV brightness gives it a distinctly modern, fresh appeal. It bridges the gap between classic cottage aesthetics and current contemporary minimalism.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with warm oak or blonde wood tones and matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast. Use it in kitchens or bathrooms where you want to maintain a high-visibility, hygienic feel.

The Mood

Living with this shade is calming and clean. It mimics the freshness of nature without being visually demanding, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to feel relaxed but focused.

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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