It might feel like a cliché, but I have a real soft spot for nature-inspired paint colors. (Yes, the kinds that conjure images of rolling meadows or moss-covered hills.) To me, these colors are guaranteed to create soothing, restorative spaces – and Mandy Moore’s green kitchen island has certainly helped me prove my theory.
The actress’ Altadena home was recently renovated after the property – and the surrounding neighborhood – was devastated by last year’s wildfires. Reimagined by architect Emily Farnham and designer Sarah Sherman Samuel, Mandy’s home is now a serene, light-filled sanctuary.
Shop the Mandy Moore-Inspired Green Edit
Jade Romanesque Paint Sample
If you’re looking for a green shade with plenty of warmth, Jade Romanesque is a brilliant choice. It pairs brilliantly with everything from pale neutrals to chocolate browns and muted pinks.
Solid Cherry Wood Nesting Bowl
Echoing their island’s wood countertop, Mandy and her husband Taylor Goldsmith showcase a variety of handsome wood serving bowls in their kitchen – and each one adds a touch of rustic charm to the space.
I love the speckled finish on this green vase. Add some fresh blooms (or some faux flowers, if you prefer) and you’ll have a sophisticated, nature-inspired kitchen in no time.
French Kitchen Marble Platter
Pay homage to the statement stone finishes in Mandy’s kitchen using this sleek marble tray. The grey veining will bring a dash of visual interest to even the most pared-back neutral schemes.
Ponsford Stoneware Canister
If you’re looking for stylish kitchen storage, ceramic canisters are guaranteed to elevate your countertops. This olive green shade brings a pop of color and a classic, farmhouse-style look.
Mandy harnesses the power of the splatterware trend to style her kitchen island, and she uses a pink bowl just like this one. It’s whimsical and yet elegant, and it’s the perfect addition to your kitchen setup.
I’ll admit that this particular green is a little darker than the shades I tend to prefer, but it stopped me in my tracks. It feels like a dramatic counterpoint to the kitchen’s airy, white backdrop, and it lends the entire space a warm, cocooning feel.
While experts say that light green shades are one of the biggest kitchen cabinet color trends for 2026, Mandy’s kitchen island proves that moodier hues aren’t going anywhere. Used sparingly in neutral color palettes like this one, green can become the perfect focal point. Here, for example, the island is striking and sophisticated, but it doesn’t overwhelm the space.
Green is, after all, a brilliant neutral shade in its own right. Take the gray-green color trend, which emerged as a ‘new neutral’ a few years ago and is set to dominate this year. (Martha Stewart’s gray-green kitchen proves that the shade is particularly well suited to cabinetry.)
While Mandy’s island boasts a slightly earthier tone, it still feels impactful. Echoing the bold veining of the kitchen’s marble countertops and backsplash, it grounds the space and adds plenty of dimension to the simple, breezy palette.
Designers say that green shades are an enduringly popular kitchen choice – and they’re guaranteed to create a focal point in your space
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Green may seem like a more contemporary choice for a kitchen, and Mandy pairs the Benjamin Moore shade with sleek gold hardware for a decidedly modern look. To maintain a welcoming, lived-in feel, however, she emphasizes organic textures, from stone to wood. (Above the island, you’ll spot Edmund pendant lights from Lostine, which are finished in a gorgeous maple.)
Without variation and depth, neutral schemes can risk looking clinical – especially when styled with bold metals – but Mandy’s green kitchen island ensures that the entire space is balanced and warm.
If you’re wary of introducing so much green into your kitchen, designers say that it’s a reliably timeless choice.
According to Tom Howley, Creative Design Director at the eponymous kitchen company, shades like this one ‘bring a softness that feels calm and welcoming, while still offering more interest than a classic neutral. In a kitchen, where people spend so much of their time, it creates a sense of understated elegance that won’t date.’
Designer also note that Mandy’s chosen color is particularly versatile, seamlessly complimenting the other elements of her kitchen while creating the perfect talking point.
‘In an area with warm woods and creamy finishes, an earthy-toned green feels grounded and architectural – almost like a standalone furniture piece,’ explains Lauren Lerner, Founder and Principal Designer at Scottsdale-based luxury design firm Living with Lolo. ‘It draws the eye in a subtle way and gives the room personality.’
If I wasn’t already drawn to elegant green shades, Mandy’s stunning kitchen island has shown me that my obsession runs deep. Nature-inspired spaces are certainly soothing, but they can also be striking – and undeniably luxurious, too.
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