Decorating with flowers isn’t just limited to fresh bouquets or expected floral prints — there are plenty of fresh ways to use them at home, and we’ve got 53 ideas right here. Whether it’s a small accent in the bedroom or a dramatic large-scale statement in the foyer, each of these spaces prove how versatile florals can be.
A cheerful Milo Baughman settee covered in a pattern of perennials echoes the bright pops of color around this eclectic living room .
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home March 2021
Designer: Aránzazu González Bernardo & Michael Fohring, Odami
A whimsical painting is the pièce de résistance in this saturated dining room . Designer Cynthia Ferguson layered in even more color and pattern for maximalist flavor.
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home September 2020
Designer: Cynthia Ferguson
In the 2020 Princess Margaret Showhome by Brian Gluckstein, a matching duvet and accent pillows bring life to the principal bedroom’s neutral palette.
Photographer: Michael Graydon & Nikole Herriott
Source: House & Home October 2020
Designer: Brian Gluckstein; Architecture by Richard Wengle Architect
A soft French-inspired wallpaper gives interior stylist Sarah Gunn’s entryway a timeless feeling just in time for spring.
Photographer: Courtesy of Sarah Gunn
Designer: Sarah Gunn
If subtle prints are a little too safe, make a statement with bold, oversized blooms. Reena Sotropa Interior Design used Ellie Cashman wallpaper in this moody dining room .
Photographer: Phil Crozier
Source: House & Home June 2018
Designer: Reena Sotropa & Alanna Dunn, Reena Sotropa In House Design Group
A single pillow with colorful blossoms is all Emily Griffin needed to tie in the other contrasting hues in this cheerful Victorian living room .
Photographer: Sian Richards
Source: House & Home October 2019
Designer: Emily Griffin
Emily used whimsical wallpaper with a mix of flowers, ferns and rhubarb in the kitchen, and painted the cabinetry in Farrow & Ball’s Off-Black to ground the space.
Photographer: Sian Richards
Source: House & Home October 2019
Designer: Emily Griffin
For fans of traditional style, take note! Floral drapes, bedding and throws are the perfect combination in this Charleston living room . A striped wallpaper feels even more unexpected amongst a sea of blooms.
Photographer: Patrick Biller
Source: House & Home November 2020
Designer: Tommy Smythe & Lindsay Mens Craig, Sarah Richardson Design
A wall hanging peppered with muted flowers acts as a statement headboard in this cozy bedroom.
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home February 2016
Designer: Jennifer Koper
An elegant gilt mirror is a more subtle way to incorporate flowers in your bathroom. In such a modern bathroom, the intricate detailing provides so much character.
Photographer: Valerie Wilcox
Source: House & Home Kitchens + Baths 2020
Designer: Dianne Berman, Delo Interiors
This century home is filled with punchy accents like a flowery painting at the top of the stairs and a plum-colored sectional in the living room (left ).
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home October 2020
Designer: Gillian Gillies
Calgary designer Aly Velji’s Palm Springs-inspired city backyard is bursting with life, and a pretty painting of a cherry blossom tree is no exception.
Photographer: Joel Klassen
Designer: Aly Velji, Alykhan Velji Designs
A framed painting of a blossoming bouquet brings life to DIY blogger Medina Grillo’s bold bedroom.
Photographer: Grillo Designs
Designer: Medina Grillo, Grillo Designs
Soft blue flowers on the curtains become a pretty focal point in this living room , while oyster, cream and grayed aqua hues temper the warm golden palette.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home April 2019
Designer: Sarah Richardson & Kate Stuart, Sarah Richardson Design
In this Southern-inspired principal bedroom, lush nature wallpaper emulates the feeling of sleeping in the forest on a warm summer evening.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home April 2019
Designer: Sarah Richardson & Kate Stuart, Sarah Richardson Design
Linen drapes with a Jacobean paisley pattern exude traditional elegance in this romantic entryway. The muted florals tie in the pastel rug, while balancing the dark wood flooring.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home April 2019
Designer: Sarah Richardson & Kate Stuart, Sarah Richardson Design
An easy way to update your space for spring? Reupholster your throw pillows with botanical fabric as a reminder of sunnier days ahead (even if there’s still snow on the ground).
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home August 2019
Designer: Robyn Rider
A vibrant piece of art is the focal point of this spare bedroom, which brings out the zesty hue of the headboard and bedskirt. No need for keeping a bouquet of flowers alive when you’ve got a still life painting.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home August 2019
Designer: Robyn Rider
For a dash of vintage elegance in this bathroom , designers Tommy Smythe and Lindsay Mens Craig opted for a floral Roman blind, which feels right at home with the brass hardware and opulent sconces.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home May 2019
Designer: Tommy Smythe & Lindsay Mens Craig, Sarah Richardson Design
Antique mirrors are taken up a notch with gilt, long-stemmed flowers. It emulates the feeling that they’re climbing up the walls.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home June 2019
Designer: Colette van den Thillart
The patinated fabric on this vintage chair is a great option for those who aren’t looking for a typical floral pattern. Its neutral palette and mysterious motif make it work for more trad styles.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home June 2019
Designer: Colette van den Thillart
Make a bold first impression in the entryway with a Pop Art-inspired painting showcasing the delicate beauty of poppies.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home June 2019
Designer: Colette van den Thillart
A trio of botanical paintings tie the black, white and chartreuse palette together in this personality-packed principal bedroom.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home June 2019
Designer: Colette van den Thillart
Wisteria Blossom wallpaper by Sanderson brings sunny warmth to designer Francesca Albertazzi’s second floor workspace .
Photographer: Janis Nicolay
Source: House & Home June 2019
Designer: Francesca Albertazzi
Afraid to commit to a whole roll of floral wallpaper? Try a delicate dish adorned brightly-colored fleurs for a subtle pop of botanical flair.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home March 2020
Designer: Arren Williams
If you look too quickly, you’ll miss it. The eye-catching area rug in this eclectic living room grounds the space with its swirl and twirl of floral motifs.
Photographer: Janis Nicolay
Source: House & Home June 2019
Designer: Francesca Albertazzi
For a personal touch, a trio of black and white photographs — one being a group of blooming roses — were taken by designer Lysanne Pepin ’s brother, Patrick.
Photographer: Maxime Desbiens
Source: House & Home August 2019
Designer: Lysanne Pepin
Another great place to decorate with florals is in a kids’ bedroom. Hot pink dandelions decorate one of the pillows, which give the space a playful touch and pay homage to the lush countryside surrounding the property .
Photographer: Kim Jeffery
Source: House & Home May 2019
Designer: Cameron MacNeil
Seen through the hall, a Japanese screen divider in the living room provides a striking focal point. Red flowers stand out against the neutral greens and beige tones and lend the motif a refined, global appeal.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home April 2013
Designer: Kelvin Browne
A floral shower curtain in H&H design editor Stacey Smithers’ bathroom adds a playful note and wakes up the otherwise tranquil space. For those wanting to ease into floral design, investing in a botanical shower curtain is a great place to start.
Photographer: Michael Graydon
Source: House & Home April 2014
Designer: Stacey Smithers
In this airy cottage, a chintz-covered bergère adds a welcome hint of pattern and plays up the lush colors of the surrounding landscape. The rest of the living room’s serene all-white palette keeps the space bright.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home April 2014
Designer: Youssef Hasbani
In the same cottage’s principal bedroom, a metal sculpture that mimics the look of wildflowers in the wind adds interest atop the bed. Lampshades with black twig bases add balance and weight.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home April 2014
Designer: Youssef Hasbani
For something more large-scale, opt for a floral-patterned headboard. This fun print ties together the room’s blue palette and nods to the cottage’s island location.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home August 2016
Designer: Natalie Hodgins & Shannon Morrison, Sarah Richardson Design
A grid of frames with mats painted in different hues allow the simple black and white botanical art to stand out. A fuchsia chair and punchy mustard table lend the display an inspired mid-century modern look.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home April 2015
Designer: Kai Ethier
In this contemporary foyer, an accent table with a grid of blue roses makes for a stunning (but subtle) statement and pays homage to the iconic Table Bleue by Yves Klein.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home April 2016
Designer: Joel Bray & Elizabeth Margles
This large-scale, monochromatic wallpaper found in the foyer of designer Nicholas Mellamphy’s condo is arresting and makes a bold statement.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home April 2015
Designer: Nicholas Mellamphy
Set against a simple drywalled chimney breast, these vintage chintz-covered sofas feel tasteful, not dated.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home April 2015
Designer: Virginia Johnson
Juju hats add instant flair to any room, and their flower-like shape gives this one pride of place in designer Shirley Meisels’ home. Vibrant floral art adds to the blooming accents found in this bedroom.
Photographer: Kim Jeffery
Source: House & Home April 2016
Designer: Shirley Meisels
A floral bergère makes an elegant statement when placed at the head of the table. In this dining space, table linens are kept out of sight (but still handy) thanks to a bench with hidden storage.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home August 2015
Designer: Joel Bray
This vintage botanical duvet reads as classic and quirky. On the wall, a group of paintings emphasize the room’s nature theme.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home August 2015
Designer: Margot Austin
Children’s rooms are a great place to incorporate florals. In this space by designer Virginie Martocq, a pink flower pattern within the elephant decal adds an extra element of fun on the walls.
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home August 2014
Designer: Virginie Martocq
In this open-concept living-dining room, a trio of oversized Swedish botanical prints add a splash of color against plain white walls.
Photographer: Ashley Capp
Source: House & Home July 2015
Designer: John Baker & Julie Daoust-Baker
Senior design editor Stacey Smithers created a dreamy canopy in her guest bedroom with this painterly fabric.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home July 2016
Designer: Stacey Smithers
This principal bedroom’s rustic hickory log bed feels fresh when dressed in floral block-print linens.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home July 2016
Designer: Margot Bell, Peaks & Rafters
A light blue floral wallpaper was original to this 1940’s clapboard home. Owner Alison Jeffery loved it for its heritage, and painted the trim around it white to help freshen the look.
Photographer: John Gruen
Source: House & Home July 2016
Designer: Alison Jeffery
In the same home, a floral-inspired rug in the dining room adds pattern and warmth underfoot.
Photographer: John Gruen
Source: House & Home July 2016
Designer: Alison Jeffery
Contrasting against the elegant floral design carved into the fireplace mantel, this display of wire-crafted fixtures is a quirky way to decorate with florals.
Photographer: Michael Graydon
Source: House & Home June 2013
Designer: Morgan Michener
These homeowners opted for low-maintence ornamental grass instead of a flower garden, but a trio of floral-patterned pillows in summery shades perk up the backyard in place of blooms.
Photographer: Angus Fergusson
Source: House & Home June 2015
Designer: Joel Loblaw
Designer Jill Kantelberg installed an induction cooktop and paired it with fuss-free cabinets in a neutral beige to keep the attention on her Patricia Urquiola backsplash, which pairs florals with other patterns. A vintage butcher’s table adds a hit of country charm.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home June 2015
Designer: Jill Kantelberg
In this daring bathroom by H&H design editor Kai Ethier, a dark blue floral wallpaper and graphic floor tile are buffered with clean white subway tile.
Photographer: Valerie Wilcox
Source: House & Home June 2016
Designer: Kai Ethier
Want florals on your wall, but don’t want to commit to wallpaper? A decorative wall panel makes a pretty yet dramatic statement, as evidenced by the fabric print in this foyer.
Photographer: Valerie Wilcox
Source: House & Home June 2016
Designer: Kai Ethier & Lauren Petroff
The soft blue petals of this hand-painted mural impart the feeling of meandering through a tranquil garden.
Photographer: André Rider
Source: House & Home May 2014
Designer: Les Ensembliers
Vancouver artist Bobbie Burgers’ home is filled with vibrant color. In the principal bedroom, a set of large-scale paintings add warmth and texture, while a felt petal-inspired chair serves as both seating and sculpture.
Photographer: Kim Christie
Source: House & Home May 2015
Designer: Bobbie Burgers
Author: Victoria Christie, Jacklyn Gilmor & Amanda Tucci