A longtime staple of interior design, housing indoor plants has stayed not only relevant, but integral as part of a home’s atmosphere. The term “mise en scene” is commonly used in film to refer to all that encompasses a shot – from the props to the lighting and costumes – everything within is used to achieve “completeness”. If this were applied to your home’s interior, then plants are a core component of that same process. They coalesce with your walls, floors, furniture, and décor to uplift the space and “complete” the scene.
So What Do Plants Do?
The flora and greenery of the great outdoors is something that brings relief, calmness, and a sense of connectivity with the world around us. Having indoor plants allows us to capture a slice of that feeling, and use it to bring the homes we live in to life. Depending on the plant, you can evoke freshness, vibrance, or even playfulness. They can relieve stress for the self, convey your personality, and help balance a room’s humidity. Small plants provide a cute and subtle accent while larger plants can be used as presence pieces that draw attention.
How Do I Use Plants in a Room?
Incorporating plants is all about nuance over noise. Good usage is often described as “punctuating” a room, symbiotically working with the interior to elevate one another. Avoid overwhelming a room for the sake of it – a single plant in the right position is better than many crammed throughout. Experiment with different positions – you’d be amazed how many work well. Because of their organic nature, it’s a good idea to use odd numbers of plants in a room non-symmetrically. This helps to replicate their sense of naturalness. Tall plants always work well as corner pieces, mid-sized plants can pair with vanities or around sofas, and small plants thrive on shelves and coffee tables.
How Do I Choose a Plant?
Shape, size, and colour are king when it comes to finding the right plant. Partnering slender plants against the sides of furniture is always a good call. They call also be used to spruce up entryways. When considering shape, think about what you want to pair the plant with. You can also mull over its silhouette, and whether or not its profile overwhelms or is invisible against your interior.
Plan for how big the plant can get, and how it might look when mature. Does the plant flower? Will a change of colour complement or oversaturate the room? Some plants also have more involved care routines than others. Think about whether you want something that needs nurturing or minimal attention.
What About Plant Care?
Gardening and plant care can come very differently to each person. Some might see it as rewarding and enjoyable, while others may view it as a chore or burden. Being open to a deeper care routine frees up more choices in plant variety, but is entirely optional to get a good-looking assortment. Many species can thrive with minimal attention, but even the toughest need a good position. Managing sunlight is imperative for a plant’s success. Succulents, for example, thrive under direct sunlight, while peace lilies and philodendrons would like to avoid it.
How Should I Choose a Pot?
Your plants’ vessels can be as simple or as complex as you want them to be. Going in to your local thrift store or department store can fetch some surprisingly elegant solutions. The prevalence of indoor gardening has made a broad range of planter designs available. Just like with the plant itself, choose a colour that befits your space. Eccentric or tubular designs can be used for modern, bubbly interiors, while brown and bulbous vessels are great for injecting an old-school feel. If you’re feeling adventurous, dabbling in pottery can be great for personal expression, regardless of your skill level.
Overall, indoor plants are an incredibly prevalent piece of your home. With an abundance of varieties, there is a fit for every interior and every person. Whether you’re after sizable sculptural statements or small, subtle supplements, adding a touch of greenery is sure to inject both vitality and elegance to complete your home.
Sources:
How to Display Indoor Plants | Houzz AU
How to Elegantly Integrate Indoor Plants Into Your Home | Architectural Digest
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