Harnessing the Power of Plant Installations in Interior Design: A Win-Win for Designers and Clients
Transform your interior design with the captivating world of plant installations. Explore the principles of biophilic design and learn how indoor plants can elevate aesthetics, improve air quality, and foster well-being. Discover the beauty of integrating nature into your spaces, creating sustainable and personalized design solutions that resonate with clients' desires.
A Lush Plants installation at Sonos in Santa Barbara, CA.
Image by Elliot Lowndes.
As the world awakens to the immense human and environmental values that indoor plants provide, we have seen a growing interest in the integration of natural elements in interior design. Among these elements, plant installations, like our Lush Elements pieces, have emerged as a transformative tool for interior designers. The organic nature of the indoor plants in our Lush Living Walls and Lush Plants installations not only add an aesthetic appeal but also deliver an array of benefits to both the designers and their clients. In this blog, we delve into the captivating world of plant installations and explore how they can enhance the interior design process while offering tangible advantages to clients seeking harmonious, sustainable and LUSH living spaces.
The Power of Biophilic Design
Before diving into the specifics of plant installations, let's first discuss biophilic design. Biophilic design incorporates nature and natural elements into the built environment, aiming to create spaces that foster a deep connection with nature. Indoor plants are a cornerstone of biophilic design, capable of nurturing the innate human desire to be close to nature, even in urban settings. For interior designers, embracing biophilic principles opens up a world of opportunities to craft spaces that promote well-being, productivity, and creativity.
Snake Plants (Sansevieria) add a pop of green and an eye-catching texture to this ultra modern space in the Netflix headquarters in Los Angeles, CA.
Image by Willa Kveta.
Enhancing Aesthetics with Greenery
One of the most apparent advantages of incorporating plant installations in interior design is the aesthetic enhancement they offer. Plants infuse living spaces with a refreshing burst of green, softening the edges and introducing natural textures and shapes. Likewise, plants can elevate the style and mood of a space. Leafy plants can round out edges, disguise harsh right angles and soften hard building materials. Linear plants can play into the vibe of the space in question. While working with Lush Elements, interior designers can choose from an array of plant varieties to complement diverse interior styles, themes and lighting requirements. Let’s team up together to harness the natural beauty of plants that work harmoniously with various design elements to create a visually stunning and balanced atmosphere.
Improved Air Quality and Health Benefits
Plant installations not only elevate the visual appeal of interior spaces but also play a vital role in improving air quality. As living air purifiers, plants absorb pollutants, release oxygen, and regulate humidity levels. Cleaner air translates to healthier occupants, reducing the risk of respiratory issues and boosting overall well-being. Some clients wish to prioritize plants with air-purifying benefits to create healthier living environments, fostering a sense of comfort and tranquility.
Stress Reduction and Enhanced Well-Being
Incorporating plants in interior spaces goes beyond aesthetics and functionality. Studies have shown that exposure to greenery can significantly reduce stress levels, promote relaxation, and enhance cognitive function. By integrating plant installations strategically, Lush Elements helps interior designers to create spaces that serve as sanctuaries from the stresses of daily life, fostering a more peaceful and rejuvenating atmosphere for their clients.
The Lush Living Wall in the Paypal Honey conference room in Santa Barbara, CA. Image by Elliot Lowndes.
Personalized Design Solutions
Plant installations provide an abundance of possibilities for designers to curate interiors tailored to their clients' preferences and needs. Here are a few ways Lush Elements pieces have been utilized by interior designers to create personalized designs for their clients:
1. Eye-catching room vignettes
A Lush Elements Lush Plant piece was incorporated into this vignette at the Drift Hotel in Santa Barbara, CA. Image by Erin Feinblatt.
2. Customized pieces to fit
tricky architectural spots
Lush Walls and Lush Plants can be scaled and intentionally designed to fit perfectly into a space that may be difficult to address from a design standpoint. Image by Elliot Lowndes.
3. Special space creation
The fashioning of special spaces that encourages people to pause and connect with each other with the help of plant life boundaries. Image by Elliot Lowndes.
4. Negative space fillers
Hand selected plants that fill a void so that one’s eyes rest on something natural instead of a harsh corner or blank wall. Image by Willa Kveta.
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. Control flow of traffic
The use of potted plants and moveable living plant walls to encourage the flow of people through a space. Image by Elliot Lowndes.
An added bonus is that clients can be involved in the plant selection process, allowing them to connect emotionally with the space and feel a sense of ownership. Whether it is a Lush Elements Lush Living Wall as a focal point or a collection of Lush Plants for a cozy corner, plant installations provide endless possibilities for designers to curate customized interiors.
The Lush Plants compliment the massive Lush Living Wall in this corporate atrium. Image by Elliot Lowndes.
Incorporating plant installations in interior design not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of spaces but also brings tangible benefits to clients in terms of improved air quality, enhanced well-being, and sustainable living. As interior designers embrace the principles of biophilic design, they unlock the potential to create harmonious and inspiring environments that resonate deeply with their clients' values and aspirations. By harnessing the power of nature, designers can craft living spaces that nurture the mind, body, and soul while leaving a positive impact on the planet. Let the green revolution in interior design continue!