Integrating Plants in Small Spaces
Have you been thinking you’d like to add some greenery to your home but wondering if you even have the space? We understand. In small living spaces, adding plants can seem intimidating or like a poor use of space. And with apartments seemingly shrinking, space is more limited and even more valuable. But when you include plants in your interior design, you’re not only brightening your living area, you’re also helping yourself to cleaner air and even potential psychological benefits. You’ll be much happier with the plants, even if it costs some space.
Here are four tips to help you incorporate plants in your studio apartment or other small living area where space is really limited.
1. Opt for mini-arrangements
Miniature arrangements add interest and brighten any space. Choose hardy plants in punchy colors, and arrange them on end tables, window sills, or other areas with adequate sunlight. Using pots or trays with fun shapes and clean lines will heighten interest without sacrificing valuable space.
2. Include functional herbs
Interested in plants that are pretty and functional? Small herbs like basil, rosemary, and mint are attractive ways to include greenery in your home. Edible herb plants are not only functional for kitchen use, but they also can prompt you to include healthy herbs in your diet.
3. Fill out unused or awkward spaces
Adding plants in unused corners of your home can fill out any awkward or vacant spaces naturally and subtly. Tall arrangements like slim leafy plants or potted trees are especially attractive against an empty corner.
4. Create a grouping around a sink
Looking for a way to cover up the back of your kitchen sink? Try adding narrow ceramic planters with small plants along the sill or behind the faucet. As an added bonus, you can opt for tall, leafy rows of repeating plants to add privacy, especially if your kitchen window leaves you feeling somewhat exposed.
5. Try hanging arrangements
Hanging arrangements draw the eye up and keep a room from feeling too level. These plants can give a sense of tranquility, even in smaller living spaces. For a modern eclectic look, try including several similar styles of greenery or flowers at different heights to add variety.
