Pro Tips for Choosing the Best Artificial Plants for your Dining Room
A dining room is so much more than a place to eat; it's a gathering spot for friends and family, a focal point of the home. Here's how you can spruce up this special space with artificial trees, plants, and floral arrangements, each offering its own unique charm:
Statement-Making Trees
Proportional Thinking: If your ceiling is 2.4m high (8 feet), a tree that reaches 1.8m (6 feet) is your best bet. You want the tree to elevate the room, not overwhelm it. If you have ceilings higher than the standard 2.4m, you have the option to choose a larger more grand tree for your home.
Location, Location, Location: Nestle your chosen tree in an unused corner to give the room a sense of balance and flow.
Tree Types: Think about the mood you want to set. A slender, elegant bamboo might make the room feel sophisticated, while a leafy palm could create a more casual, tropical ambiance. Olive Trees are a wonderful option for a slightly more mediterranean feel.
Compact Plants for Coziness
Surface Matters: Smaller plants of about 30-60cm (1 to 2 feet) can grace your dining table or find a home on a windowsill or display cabinet.
Style Harmony: Your plant should match with your room's aesthetic. For a sleek, modern look, consider compact plants. If your taste leans more traditional, a small fern or ivy may be your go-to.
Floral Arrangements for That Extra ‘Wow’
Vase Vibes: The container is as important as the arrangement itself. A streamlined vase might suit a modern minimalist room, while a patterned ceramic vase would feel at home in a more traditional setting.
Seasonal Touches: Floral arrangements give you an easy way to update the room according to the season. Consider a burst of daffodils for spring or a subdued chrysanthemum arrangement for fall.
Sight Lines: When choosing a centerpiece, make sure it’s low enough to not obstruct views across the table. The arrangement should invite conversation, not hinder it. You have two options when it comes to flower arrangements for a dining table. Either make it a large grand centrepiece that is moved at meal times, or choose something smaller that can bee seen over if you have a more open plan space where it will obstruct the view.
General Wisdom
Colour Play: Aim for a colour palette that complements your dining room. Whether it’s a touch of greenery or a burst of floral colour, it should harmonise with your existing décor.
Life-Like Appeal: Always opt for artificial trees, plants, and flowers with intricate details—varied leaf shapes, multi-tonal petals—to make them look as realistic as possible.
Quality Over Quantity: Premium materials like silk or high-grade polyester will offer a more natural look and are usually easier to clean—an essential feature in a dining room.
Scale and Balance: Mixing heights and types of foliage can create a more dynamic, visually interesting space. Just keep in mind the overall dimensions of your room.
Maintenance Ease: Choose items that are hassle-free to clean, especially since this is a food-centered space where spills could happen.
By incorporating these tailored tips, you'll be setting the stage for many memorable meals and moments in your newly spruced-up dining room. Cheers to that!