This year’s top decorating trend is biophilic design. Centered around bringing the outdoors inside, the trend focuses on creating rooms that foster a connection with nature. One of the best ways to achieve the look is to simply add plants to every room in your house. Which plants will look best in which room of your new Balmoral home? Here’s a guide to the most popular.
Kitchen
Plants are a great addition to any kitchen. Hang herbs such as basil, mint or rosemary from the ceiling. They will add freshness to your cooking and enhance the aesthetics of your kitchen. Pothos helps to remove toxins from the air. Aloe vera is an attractive plant and the gel inside its leaves has medicinal properties for minor burns and skin irritations.
Bathrooms
An easy way to give your bathroom the look of a high-end spa is to incorporate houseplants. Boston Fern appreciates high humidity and adds a lush, tropical feel to your bath. Spider plants are very adaptable and look very pretty on vanities. Bamboo Palm thrives in low light and high humidity, making it perfect for bathrooms.
Family and Game Rooms
Communal spaces need plants that add color, class and air-purifying qualities. They should also be easy to take care of and non-toxic to prevent children and animals from getting sick. The large, glossy leaves of the fiddle leaf fig add a touch of elegance to any living space. Snake plants require minimal care and can tolerate low light making it easy for those without a green thumb to keep them healthy. Family rooms are the perfect showcase for Peace Lilies. Not only are the plant’s white flowers attractive, but they also help purify the air.
Bedrooms
Nature helps you relax so plants in the bedroom are a must. For children, make sure plants are non-toxic and placed on high shelves to keep them from getting knocked over. Teens may appreciate a row of succulents on the windowsill as they are easy to care for. Spider plants are also easy to care for and can be hung from the ceiling. Lavender is known for its soothing fragrance, promoting relaxation and better sleep.
Home Office
A little greenery can inspire creativity so don’t forget to add a few potted plants to your home office. ZZ plants require minimal care and can tolerate low-light conditions. Rubber plants add a bold touch with large, dark green leaves. They are also relatively low maintenance. Philodendrons are adaptable and can thrive in office environments with moderate light.
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