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The best indoor plants to own
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Plant-killers, it’s good news - you’re no longer restricted to the humble cactus
Home sw D IPPING your toe into the world of becoming a plant parent may seem the perfect way to add a splash of colour to your home, before quickly realising that their complex watering schedules and lighting requirements are way more hassle than you thought.
Indoor plants are proven to improve air quality and help you feel a little more zen, so we should be able to enjoy them, shouldn’t we?
So, in the name of making the urban jungle aesthetic open to all, here are some of the best types of indoor plants to consider homing that can survive with low-light and low-maintenance. Be gone, crusty leaves!
Satin Pothos, Patch Plants, £15
The Satin Pothos isn’t just a pretty face. Its air purifying qualities make it a plant-with-benefits, and its unique and dainty silver leaves are sure to be a hit on your social media feed.
Red Aglaonema, Patch Plants, £16
The Red Aglaonema can survive with little-to-no light and water (especially during winter) but it’s worth noting that the more light you give it, the brighter those eye-catching red leaves will be. We’ll leave it to you decide which shade best fits with your theme…
Dragon Tree, The Stem, £24
If you’re ready to turn your living room into a tropical paradise, the Dragon Tree is the palm-like feature of every home interiors account on Instagram. Give it as much light as possible if you want to keep it looking fresh.
Money Tree, Bloom & Wild, £38
We could all use a boost this year and hey, we’re ready to take our chances at the prospect of free cash. The Money Tree’s twisted trunk is said to hold treasure, and it’s guaranteed to hold a lot of water, making it your ultimate low-maintenance plant pal.
Peperomia Obtusifolia, The Stem, £14 Orchid, Lazy Flora, £22
eet home BLUSH | SUMMER 2022 43 Bright and colourful to lift your mood, surprisingly, orchids can actually get sunburnt making them perfectly suited to the unpredictable British weather. They thrive in humid environments so are a perfect bathroom accessory. They also make great gifts! Also known by the name Baby Rubber, this cute desk-worthy addition is a dream for anyone guilty of forgetting to water their leafy friends regularly. In fact, too much water can actually harm it, so you’re in luck. It’s not fussy on lighting either. Win, win. blushmagazine.org.uk
Surround yourself with beauty.
The Spring/Su S the world begins to open
Aand travel restrictions start to lift, we’ve been reminiscing about one of the things we’ve been missing the most: holidays.
This season, each of our five looks are inspired by dreamy holiday destinations and infused with a healthy dose of escapism. Holidays give us a chance to relax and unwind, explore new cultures, and take moments to think, so we’ve translated all of these feel-good feelings into spaces in the home.
From rolling Tuscan hills to Grecian olive groves and far-flung desert vistas, we’ve handpicked design details from some of our favourite places, whilst referencing key colours for the season ahead.
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SUMMER IN THE COUNTRY N our opinion, you can’t beat the English
Icountryside in early summer. As May turns to June and the fields and hedgerows turn a delicious shade of green, we wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.
Country-house inspired looks have become increasingly popular over the last few years, and for good reason. Blending creative colour schemes, pretty patterns, and decorative details with an air of casual comfort, they make excellent spaces to host friends and family galore. Made from solid Mindi ash wood and showcasing turned legs and a gorgeously weathered finish, this timeless dinner setup couldn’t be better suited to this trend.
HOME TRENDS TO KNOW
Riviera Extending Table and 4 Dining
Chairs, £1,995,
Riviera Dining
Armchair, £329 Furniture Village
Riviera Extending Table,
£1,095, Furniture Village blushmagazine.org.uk
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Ercol Teramo Medium Extending Dining Table and
4 Chairs, £2,349,
Ercol Ballatta
Shelf Unit, £819 Furniture Village
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AMONG THE OLIVE TREES
BLUSH | 2022 TRENDSHighgrove Pocket 1000 King Size Divan, £599, Dice Strutted King Size Headboard, £229, Olly Table Lamp, £79, Globe Nest of Tables, £399 Furniture Village SUMMER 2022 47
LIVE green is on course to
Obe one of this year’s hottest hues and whenever we see this shade of green, we can’t help but think of shady olive groves from summer holiday’s past. Whether in Corsica or Corfu, these ancient trees always seem to instil a feeling of peace, and that’s exactly what we’ve tried to capture with this look. Blending a soft olive palette with natural wood finishes and a mix of other organic textures, the scheme is almost neutral, but not without depth. Beautifully crafted design details can be found throughout, from ercol’s pale oak Teramo dining table to the British-made, hand-tufted Highgrove mattress – simple things, done well. Laid-back bed linens, rustic pottery and earthy tableware, perhaps gathered from travels, help to tell more of the story and will add a personal touch to every space. Ercol Ballatta Shelf Unit, £819, Furniture Village furniturevillage.co.uk
2022 TRENDS furniturevillage.co.uk 48 BLUSH | SUMMER 2022 blushmagazine.org.uk UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN T HIS high-summer trend transports us to Tuscany and long, lazy afternoons tucked away from the heat of the day, in cool sun-dappled spaces. Soft butter yellows are blended with richer shades of ochre and brown to create a warm, wholesome palette that references the ancient stones and golden hills that are such an essential part of the Italian landscape. Rustic wood furniture goes hand-in-hand with this type of laid-back look thanks to its natural patina and inviting tactility. But don’t be afraid to go bold too. Something such as the Rene sofa with lustrous velvet upholstery feels right at home in this scheme and is styled with textured accessories in tonal shades to help to add further softness and depth. BLUSH | ADVERTORIAL Trend: Earth Large Dining Table, 4 Dining Chairs and Large Dining Bench, £1295, Furniture Village Rene 3 Seater Fabric Sofa, £1295, Knot Floor Lamp, £299, Nordic Coffee Table, £349, Furniture Village Detroit 2 Door 2 Drawer Small Sideboard, £1595, Knot Table Lamp,£99, Furniture Village
Noir Shelving
Unit, £789, Ringo
the Monkey
Silver Lamp, £69, Furniture Village
POSTCARD FROM THE DESERT
ROM Morocco to New Mexico, desert destinations
Fare always brimming with interiors inspiration. White-washed walls, patterned kilims, exposed wooden beams and an array of rich, earthen hues are just some of the design details we’ve handpicked for this seasonal look, and they’re guaranteed to add character and warmth to any space.
Taking its cue from the sun-baked earth and glorious pink skies that often start and end each day, our colours are all tonal, moving from dark terracotta through to a soft dusky rose.
A Mandarin bedframe in burnt orange works perfectly with this palette and its buttoned headboard and stylish tapered legs make a fitting style statement.
Woven rugs and tactile linen bedding create layers within the look and help to shape that all-important laid-back vibe.
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MEET ME IN MIAMI
AKING its cue from this colourful city
Tin America’s sunshine state, Meet Me in Miami is all about having a little fun with your interior spaces.
Complementary colours and abstract shapes come together to create a playful look that can be translated into any area of the home that’s in need of a little joy. Bubble-gum pinks and rich coral reds are joined by bright cobalt and cornflower blues to create a bold palette that’s full of energy.
Furniture in shades of white and cream work beautifully in this high-contrast scheme by adding a touch of luxe. This Sideboard from Calligaris brings high-end Italian design with its clean lines and ceramic top and the neatly proportioned Amelie sofa with its 70s-inspired silhouette and boucle upholstery, suits this trend to a tee.
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Prices correct at print
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Mandarin Double Bed
Frame, £1299,
Globe Nest of
Tables, £399,
Concrete and Gold Table Lamp,
£69, Furniture
Village
Amelie Boutique 2
Seater Sofa, £599,
Asterope Floor Lamp,
£159, Halston Large
Round Side Table,
£39, Halston Small Round Side Table, £35, Furniture Village
Calligaris Wings Sideboard,
£1595, Flin Task Table Lamp, £59, Furniture Village
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