Discover sustainable floral trends for home and office spaces, from local and organic flowers to eco-friendly arrangements that add color without waste.
Bringing nature into the home or office is good for everyone. It works as a type of detox for the air. It can also reduce stress and add a burst of color. But floral arrangements can sometimes seem overwhelming to manage. How do you decorate with them confidently?
Floral décor can be an eco-conscious way to instantly change up a space without spending a lot. The right flowers, on trend, are the ideal choice. Before you choose anything, here are a few environmentally friendly tips to keep in mind.
Keys to Really Eco-Conscious Floral Decorating and Inclusion
Flowers are something special. We give them for various needs, whether it’s a big bunch of roses to show someone you love them or stunning white lilies for sympathy flowers. But using them as an aesthetic element in a room takes a bit of careful attention. Consider these tips and strategies.
Start with local
The best way to remain environmentally friendly when using flowers is to buy from a local source. There are several benefits to this.
- They don’t have to travel to get to you. That means there’s no trucking exhaust contributing to the carbon footprint.
- They are fresher. These are flowers that quickly get to you, perfectly arranged to fit your needs. They tend to last longer as a result.
- They fit your environment. Eco-conscious flowers should be those grown locally so that they are best suited for the environment. That’s especially important with potted varieties.
The good news is that buying from a local florist doesn’t have to be a challenge. Most work closely with you to get the look just right. You may even find it’s really easy to work with a florist or floral provider that’s closer to home to choose colors and unique varieties.
Ask about organic flowers
Just like the organic food you eat, some of the best flowers to decorate your home or office with are organic. That means they are not chemically adjusted or doused with dozens of chemicals to keep them looking fresh for weeks at home. That also means they are better for the environment and are not contributing to chemicals in water runoff where they are grown.
Choose all-over good
When choosing the perfect floral arrangement for your company’s check-in desk or your home’s tabletop centerpiece, focus on the flowers and then what they’re in. Ideally, to be the most eco-friendly, you should seek out products that use foam-free mechanics and biodegradable or reusable vessels. These products still work to support your fabulous bouquet and create a stunning display, but they don’t do so at the cost of the planet. You’re doing your part to reduce what ends up in the landfill.
Choose What’s on Trend: How to Choose Trendy, Eco-Conscious Flowers
Now that you have a good idea of what to look for when considering floral arrangements, let’s talk about a few strategies to add vibrance and trendy beauty to any area of the home or office. Flowers are statement pieces. Use them to show your on-point décor.
Use flowers in numerous ways
You can use flowers in numerous ways to create a statement or draw attention to an area. For example, if you want to welcome people into your home, a big display along the mantle or a centerpiece on the table in the living room works well. That draws attention to those areas of the space. Bright colors work well to do this.
For an office space, consider adding a smaller planter with less color and more greenery to each desk. That allows for the space to maintain its living, healthy feel without being too distracting over the top.
Use color to your advantage
Another way to really get the most out of flowers in your living or working space is to take full advantage of color. For those creative meetings around the collaboration tables at work, use a variety of bold colors. Encourage creativity with whimsical designs and unique leaf patterns.
To add elegance to a living space, choose an exceptionally designed, large potted display to place near the entryway. Big and bold, perhaps with gold and greens, creates an impressive statement.
Another trendy look that’s a bit more for the creative who wants to showcase their whimsy side is to replace a light chandelier over your dining room table with a long potted plant. Use flowers and greenery that spill over the top with bunches of colors. Choose more pastels and earthy tones for a more natural feel.
Bringing In the Sunshine
Color, style, and design are all factors in the use of flowers in your home or business. Flowers are full of life, color, and vibrance. They celebrate everything that is natural about the world. And when you choose eco-friendly versions, you get to know with confidence that you’re supporting the planet’s needs and the health of those in your space.
SOURCES
https://the-rugs.com/blogs/home-decor/blooms-at-home-a-guide-on-decorating-with-botanicals
https://www.melaniejadedesign.com/floral-decor-using-local-flowers/
