Fresh flowers are beautiful, but they fade fast, need constant upkeep, and often feel out of place in a minimalist home. So what’s the best alternative when you want warmth and life — without weekly maintenance?
Living Greenery That Grows With the Room In spaces like this downtown LA apartment, plants do more than decorate. A single leafy plant beside a geometric white sectional adds softness and feels naturally rooted in the room. Unlike cut flowers, greenery evolves over time, becoming part of the space.
Why plants work so well here:
Balance & Contrast: Greenery enhances the sofa’s crisp, architectural lines.
Low Maintenance: A bit of light, occasional water — and they stay vibrant.
Texture & Layering: Leaves, baskets, leather, and ribbed pillows create depth.
Visual Continuity: Plants make that natural world feels at home.
To achieve something similar with live plants as decor, we suggest the following.
-Sculptural branches in a ceramic vase
-Neutral dried arrangements (eucalyptus, pampas, reeds)
-Low-maintenance statement plants
-Textured baskets or vessels
-Minimal décor objects that complement the sectional
