With a single chartreuse rug, Alyson Hannigan shows exactly how to elevate a green living room without overwhelming the space

When in doubt, green is the interior color choice that can do no wrong. From earthy shades to jewel tones, this versatile color looks fantastic from the kitchen to the living room, whether it's on the walls or the floor.

When it comes to the latter, we are taking cues from Alyson Hannigan, who elevates her white living space with a murky yet chic, chartreuse rug.

While the rest of the room benefits from neutral details, including a napkin-style pendant light, a cream, stone fireplace, and light painted walls, the rug adds the perfect pop of color to the space without distracting from its natural palette. It's just further proof that green living rooms are the move.

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According to experts, green's general connection to the outside world makes it a naturally soothing and palatable color for the home.

'The color green is most commonly associated with nature, offering a sanctuary from everyday life stressors,' says Jade Crooks, Head of Commercial at DUSK. 'Like spending time in your garden on a sunny evening after a long day, sinking into a green sofa at the end of the day can bring about a sense of calm.'

While Alyson has opted to use her green rug as a contasting element to her cream and white space, Jade recommends matching up green pieces with other earth tones for a sanctuary feel.

'Pairing your green sofa with browns and textured neutrals can help to build upon those feelings of nature,' she states. 'To go one step further, try incorporating potted plants in your living room, or wooden tables and lamps.'

Alyson's twinning vases with sunflowers on her mantel certainly do the trick. Safe to say, we are very pro green in the living room.