AVOCADO
Jotun · 7009
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The Analysis
Avocado is a mid-tone green that balances brightness without being overwhelming. With an LRV of 57.35, it reflects a healthy amount of light, preventing the room from feeling cave-like while adding enough depth to make walls feel substantial rather than flat.
This color functions best as a main wall shade for a library or dining area, or as a sophisticated cabinet color. It provides enough personality to stand on its own without needing aggressive wall art to anchor the space.
LRV 57History & Origin
This shade is a clear nod to the 1970s interior palette, but with a cleaner, contemporary twist. It carries a sense of nostalgia that works well in homes aiming for a curated, collected aesthetic rather than a purely modern white-box look.
How to Use It
Pair this with warm walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to emphasize its organic roots. It works particularly well in spaces with plenty of natural light, as the sunlight helps pull out the yellow undertones, preventing it from appearing too muddy.
The Mood
Living with this shade feels grounded and stable. It is a restful, organic color that mimics nature, making it ideal for spaces where you want to decompress rather than be over-stimulated.
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.
- Natural