The Art of Green Living: Integrating Plants and Decor for a Serene Home

When you step into any home, you will likely spot a plant or two (at the least) gracing its living spaces. After all, there’s no one who doesn’t enjoy being surrounded by the aura of nature---and if you, too, like everyone else, are a sucker for plants, you'll definitely enjoy this article!

Benefits of Indoor Plants

Plants Improve Your Mental Health…

Nothing comes near to the uplifting feeling of potting and growing a plant. Watering it daily and watching it grow day by day—there’s no better way to divert your mind from the traumatizing memory of a troublesome event. It’s a proven way to promote better mental health.

…and Improve the Aesthetics

As good as plants are for health, they also make for a super aesthetic home decor idea. Bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, cubicles… there really isn’t a space a houseplant can’t enliven. Shop them online, buy them from your favorite plant nursery, or grab unique species at a thrift store to keep things more affordable. The purpose is to find the perfect option that will not only look stunning but will also thrive in the room you intend to put it in.

They Purify the Air

After spending hours breathing in the toxic, polluted outdoor air, our lungs really need a clean environment to rejuvenate. Adding 6 to 8 plants in your home is the perfect way to recover your lungs naturally right in the comfort of your home. No one has the time to spend a couple of hours every day at a botanical garden or a greenhouse anyway, right? 😆

Houseplants Create a More Peaceful Environment

Ever wondered why forests are so silent? Plants absorb sound. 

Reduced noise pollution paired with increased oxygen levels is also a great way to promote better, deeper, and more restorative sleep.

Creative Ways to Incorporate Plants into Your Home

Spruce Up Odd Corners

We’ve all got those awkward nooks in our home. Spaces where a lamp isn’t necessary, furniture would look too big, or maybe, your eyes just say it looks unbalanced. Cue those stunning houseplants here!

Create the Illusion of Higher Ceilings

Apart from adding to the aesthetics and improving health, plants can also be used to create the illusion of a higher ceiling. Some of our tall green friends, like fiddle leaf figs or snake plants, guide the eye towards the ceiling to make it look higher than it actually is. You can also hang trailing plants, like pothos or spider plants, from the ceiling for a similar effect.

Design a Statement Wall

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More like a green corner—or a vertical garden!

If you’ve got a blank wall, instead of hanging mirrors or wall art, another impactful use is to create a statement plant wall. Could be a wall panel made from living plants (such as moss) or a series of plants hanging from a wall. We also love the idea of a propagation wall or a minimal black floating shelf showcasing your green buddies.

This creative plant decoration idea is especially a bonus for those with limited floor space!

Deck the Loo

Though a bathroom might not be the first room to come to mind when looking for ways to decorate with plants, greenery in the bathroom is a fun way to treat yourself to the ultimate luxurious spa vibe. Tip: High-humidity plants love being in the bathroom. Orchids, ferns, and peace lilies are all good choices. 

Add Cheer to Your Home Office

Some plant life near your home workspace can make long days in front of a screen feel a little less blah. And because it’s important to keep your desktop clear to boost productivity, your office plants can sit on the ground or hang from the ceiling.

Look Up High

Install a shelf over the living room window to utilize vertical space and allow gorgeous vines to frame the incoming natural light. It’s also a great idea for people with pets who like to run around and knock over floor plants every once in a while. Larger plants on the top shelves not only free up extra square footage but also create a statement jungle canopy feel.

Soften Partition Shelving

Use plants to soften the strong architectural lines of the dividers in your open-plan living space. As well as providing a pop of color, plants with organic forms placed at different heights help maintain an airy feel while dividing the space into clear zones.

Make a Better View

If your living room window faces a less-than-picturesque wall, you can always create a more pleasing view with houseplants. A metal garden box can cover the blandness with a pop of texture. And, of course, plants love natural sunlight, so they’ll thrive beautifully!

Have Fun with Vines

Shape vines in a way so they wrap around a mirror. This is especially useful in hallways where you’re already tight on space and don’t have enough floor space for plants.

Spruce Up the Laundry Room

Everyone spends quite a lot of time in the laundry room, so why not make it a little more pleasant of a spot? We promise plants will help. You can use the empty window sills as an opportunity to enliven the space—especially if tight square footage is a problem. Bonus: Your green friends will thank you for such a well-lit and airy home!

We also love a collapsible plant stand. It looks so aesthetic and frees up so much extra space!

Create a Head-Turning Statement

Plants have the same power as an accent piece or a statement wall hanging. The secret is to think outside the box. Choose plants smartly, something like a banana tree or an elephant’s ear. Place your chosen plant strategically—perhaps in an empty corner or even beside a light source to highlight it more. If you’re working with something small (like a spider plant), mount it over a lovely metal plant stand to make it the star of the room!

Go Solo or Make Groups

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If minimalism is calling your name, use just a single plant over a coffee table or a bookshelf. If lush greenery is your go-to, try pairing plants in groups of three. Don’t forget to vary the heights for added visual interest. You can also use a three-nesting plant stand set for a similar effect. Mixing traditional plants with neutral accents, like pampas grass, is also a fun idea!

Choosing Plants According to Design Styles

Modern

Chances are, your interior is quite refined. Take this as an opportunity to introduce drama to the space with large, luscious plants like fiddle leaves and palms. If you’re feeling adventurous, try a bulky modern metal planter box with seasonal flowers and evergreens—it takes the interior to the next level, seriously.

Remember, minimal, toned-down interiors can easily start to feel boring. Introducing a bit of boldness here and there can break up the monotony.

Scandinavian

Scandi interiors are about maximizing light. Don’t forget this goal when choosing plants. Opt for options like money plants and thin trees, or basically any variety that allows natural light to flow through.

Mid-Century

Think: What complements the organic shapes and deep colors of a mid-century interior design? We’d say plants like Monstera and Swiss Cheese. Their unique shapes and striking foliage bring the perfect vibe to the retro aesthetic.

Coastal-Boho

A style associated with hot desert sand. Whatever plants can grow in such conditions are a go-to choice for coastal Boho interiors. Our favorites are dried pampas grass and spear palms, as well as snake plants and cacti.