If long days in the garden tending flowers are turning into shorter days in the garden planting bulbs, you might just love the design trend that’s blooming.
Of course classically-styled floral elements have always been popular, but now there’s growth in other nature-inspired elements in addition.
In particular, interesting plants, home-grown fruit and vegetables are joining the decor line up, alongside vintage touches and all-over prints. Soft sage greens and rose pinks lean into the antique feel of many designs but there are also bolder options to be found with eggplant and bordeaux tones.
Here’s what we’re shopping now:
Clockwise from Top L: Casa e Cucina Cotton Cushion Cover; Serax Cactus vase; IKEA KÄRRDUNÖRT Duvet Cover;
Vintage Kakabeak Botanical Illustration by Sarah Featon; Dior Champs de Tulipes Cup and Saucer; Gorman trowel, part of set; Museums & Galleries V&A Leicester Wallpaper Grande Journal; Le Creuset Petal Cast Iron Caserole Dish
A print of an original botanical drawing of a native species is a great way tie in a connection to the natural world that surrounds us. Their soft, organic forms and muted colour palettes help bring a calming feel to interiors.
A number of prints are available from Sarah Featon, a recognised New Zealand botanical artist (1848-1927). In 1889, Sarah Featon and her husband Edward Featon published The Art Album of New Zealand Flora, the first fully coloured art book in New Zealand.
Clockwise from top L: Giverny fabric by Manuel Canovas from Atelier; Loewe sunglasses; Garcia Coupe Glasses; Karl Maughan-print Blunt Umbrella; Vine Tomatoes Card; Forget Me Not Cotton Bath Towels
New Zealand painter Karl Maughan’s vibrant works are instantly recognisable, known for their impressionist brushwork, dense foliage and dynamic flora. Just in time for seasonal downpours, one of his garden paintings has been reproduced on the canopy of Kiwi brand Blunt’s easy-to-carry Metro umbrella.
Another new arrival is the art prints and greeting cards featuring elegantly simple foodie designs, like a cluster of vine tomatoes from Best Before Store. The collection is the creation of Auckland artist and graphic designer Sarah Dragicevich.
Clockwise from top L: Abeille Large Cream Ceramic Jug; Royal Peacock Rug; Robert Gordon Flower Stall Butter Dish; Jardin round table; Flora Berries Tea Towel; Antigone Flower Earrings
If you can’t get out into the garden as much as usual, perhaps you have the space (and overhead cover) to perch on a chair besides a bistro table and admire the growth abought about by the season instead? We love the selection of colours and styles available from Jardin, a Kiwi company offering contemporary French outdoor furniture locally.
