Nature style : cultivating wellbeing at home with plants

Nature style Cultivating wellbeing at home with plants

Alana Langan

Book - 2022

It's no secret that time spent in nature is good for us. Nature helps us thrive: it improves our health and well-being and can decrease our stress. But if you don't have the luxury of a forest at your doorstep, bringing the outside in can provide an immediate connection to the natural world and the many benefits that come with it. From the founders of the botanical emporium Ivy Muse and the authors of Plant Style comes a practical guide to styling the home for health and harmony using indoor plants. With expert advice on houseplants and how to style and care for them, as well as tips on decor, finishes, and furnishings, this book shows how natural elements can be incorporated into almost every room in the house.

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Subjects
House plants in interior decoration.
Interior decoration.
Indoor gardening.
House plants.
Published
New York, New York : Thames & Hudson 2022.
Language
English
Main Author
Alana Langan (author)
Other Authors
Jacqui Vidal (author), Annette (Photographer) O'Brien (photographer)
Physical Description
151 page : color illustrations ; 22 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 150-151).
ISBN
9781760762353
  • 01. Introduction
  • 02. What is biophilia?
  • Biophilic design
  • Benefits of biophilic design
  • 03. Biophilic styling principles
  • Houseplants
  • Views
  • Materials and decor
  • Colour
  • Shapes and forms
  • Ambience
  • 04. Styling solutions for every room
  • Kitchen
  • Living room
  • Bathroom
  • Bedroom
  • Retreat space
  • 05. Further reading
  • 06. Plant care
Review by Publisher's Weekly Review

Langan and Vidal, founders of botanical design studio Ivy Muse, share advice for using plants to decorate and enhance a space in their delectable debut. The authors call their philosophy "biophilic styling," and organize their tips around three elements: direct connection to nature, indirect connection to nature, and experience of space and place. First, they break down several "biophilic styling principles," such as color ("layer the depth and variety of foliage" for many shades of green), shape (opt for "organic and shapely forms" in plant stands and vessels), and ambiance (light is key for both houseplants and vibes). Then they suggest "styling suggestions for every room": in the kitchen, peace lilies do well and absorb sound; in the bathroom, Zanzibar gems soak up humidity; and in the bedroom, wicker or rattan planters add a nice visual touch. Tips, such as placing a plant in front of a mirror to reflect light and help it grow evenly, add value, as does a handy chart with common plants' light and humidity needs. The gorgeous full-color, full-page photographs are another plus. Readers looking to bring greenery indoors will devour this handy guide. (Feb.)

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