Design Details
Plants Bring Life
Plants do more than add greenery. They introduce natural texture, soften hard edges and bring warmth and life to a room. Even one well-placed plant can make a newly decorated space feel welcoming and lived in.
Start with the light, not the look. Check how much daylight the spot gets, then choose a plant that suits it, as a plant struggling in the wrong place will never look good. Group plants in odd numbers at different heights, such as a tall plant on the floor with two smaller ones on a side table or shelf. Treat the pots as part of your design scheme, choosing colours and materials that complement what is already in the room. Consider your client's lifestyle too, selecting low-maintenance varieties where you can, so plants will cope with a missed watering.
A quick check before you finish: ask yourself, will this plant still look healthy in three months, in this light, with the care it is likely to get? Great plant styling balances visual appeal with practical choices.
