“Obviously, plants play a big part in this, but there is so much more to biophilic design,” says DIY’er Melanie Boyden, based in Brighton, UK. “Over the years I’ve learned everything that I could about Ficus.” This includes knowing that Ficus Audrey’s curl their leaves when they need more water and that it’s best to keep your plants in one place, instead of adding the stress of frequent movement-a tip Eastland says works for all plants. “I’ve been obsessed with Ficus ever since I started collecting plants which is why my Ficus collection is as extensive as it is now,” he says. Eastland’s biggest tip? Research your plants to find the best care solutions that reflect your lifestyle. When it’s time to get serious about improving your green thumb, Delaware-based small business owner Durrell Eastland, also known as recommends getting your hands on a Ficus Audrey, which are less expensive than the viral fiddle-leaf fig, and take less work. Plant parenting may look simple on social media but finding and caring for even a small collection can be both expensive and overwhelming. That connection with nature grounds you-it’s comforting and cozy-yet it’s magical and whimsical, all at the same time,” she says. Through biophilic design, your home breathes life into you, just as you bring life to it. She says that “just because we build a box in nature to protect ourselves from the elements, doesn’t mean that that box shouldn’t feel as alive as the environment surrounding its walls. To help with this, Cutsumpas advises clients to find their “greenprint,” or a way to map the interiors in a way that optimizes plant growth by flagging spots where the natural light hits, or minimizing drafts that could prevent plants from thriving.Ī designer and self-described DIY’er, California-based Jessica Preteroti brings this creative spirit to all of her biophilia-inspired design choices. In a way people are seeking to create a home that is “like a living, breathing ecosystem,” Nick Cutsumpas, author of Plant Coach: The Beginner's Guide to Caring for Plants and the Planet, points out.
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