Warmer weather is just around the corner and with it comes a wealth of florals and greenery. As soon as your local florist opens its doors again, consider getting into the spring spirit by adding fresh-cut flowers to your rooms. In the meantime, take a look at these beautiful arrangements — they might inspire you to start dreaming up your own!
This pretty front door in Boundary Bay, British Columbia, is dressed with a basket of vibrant purple blooms. Containers of greenery, lantern-style lighting and boardwalk-inspired decking add to the West Coast vibe.
Photographer: Tracey Ayton
Source: House & Home May 2019
Roses aren’t just for Valentine’s Day! A handful of crimson blooms in an oversized vase takes center stage in this sunken living room , pulling together the red tones in the accent chairs, rug, book and other objets .
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home January 2020
Designer: Architecture by Superkül
Richard Ouellette and Maxime Vandal’s coach house kitchen is anchored by a generous table. When it’s not being used for cooking, eating, working or creating, it’s the ideal spot for an oversized pedestal vase filled with sculptural branches. A textured teal backsplash is the perfect statement backdrop.
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Photographer: André Rider
Source: House & Home December 2019
Designer: Richard Ouellette & Maxime Vandal, Les Ensembliers
Peppering florals and greenery throughout a room brings the outdoors in, creating a space you want to linger in. In Sarah Richardson’s great room at Starlight Farm , your eye travels from tall branches with white blooms to a pitcher with creamy flowers to a pot full of petite greens and even a blue vase with a single branch in the sunroom beyond. The overall effect is fresh and welcoming.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home May 2018
Designer: Sarah Richardson
In the dining room, the inviting vibe continues. In lieu of one large floral arrangement, the table is simply dressed with a series of smaller vases filled with white flowers and candles of different heights for a look that’s casual but well considered.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home May 2018
Designer: Sarah Richardson
A vase of red flowers nestled in a sea of greenery brings visual interest to this blue-hued, bistro-style banquette area.
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Photographer: Sian Richards
Source: House & Home November 2019
Designer: Emily Griffin
Instead of florals, a bowl of succulents can be a beautiful accent in the kitchen . The deep reds, and light and dark greens on display add dimension and complement the rustic table and dining chairs.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home May 2018
Designer: Rachel Halvorson
In his Langley, B.C., home, garden guru Thomas Hobbs gathered Coral Sunset peonies and placed them in an antique blue and white English pitcher for a brilliant splash of color.
Photographer: Tracey Ayton
Source: House & Home May 2018
An orchid set on the luxe white quartz counter looks fabulous in this sleek, contemporary kitchen designed by Katherine Newman.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home December 2019
Designer: Katherine Newman
A spiky green plant is striking in this Palm Beach, Florida, breakfast room . A counterpoint to the pale walls, drapery and marble-topped table, the starburst shape and dark green hue draw you in.
Photographer: Jessica Glynn
Source: House & Home October 2019
Designer: Haynes-Roberts; Architecture by Addison Mizner
The coin-shaped leaves of eucalyptus branches look dynamic in this Scandi-style kitchen . Set in a modern, dark grey vase, the branches are handsome against maple cabinets, and the marble-look backsplash and island facing.
Photographer: André Rider
Source: House & Home October 2019
Designer: Sandrine Lucier & Anne Tremblay with Yolaine Lecomte-Allègre
Epic flowering branches create an arresting silhouette and deliver a moment of sculptural beauty in this fresh, country-style breakfast nook.
Photographer: Jean Longpré
Source: Maison & Demeure November 2010
Designer: Richard Ouellette & Maxime Vandal, Les Ensembliers
This all-white dining area designed by Peter Wilds becomes the perfect envelope for a single vase of verdant blooms. The floral effect is doubled when reflected by the expansive mirror.
Photographer: Janis Nicolay
Source: House & Home January 2019
Designer: Peter Wilds
Adding a table in this long hallway creates a focal point that leads you to the view of the outdoors. A vignette of books, bowls and a vase of blue-green flowers looks fresh and dovetails perfectly with the home’s crisp color palette.
Photographer: Stacey Brandford
Source: House & Home April 2019
Designer: Sarah Richardson & Kate Stuart, Sarah Richardson Design
A supersized vase of pastel blooms adorns the Shaker-inspired table in John Baker and Juli Daoust-Baker’s country kitchen . Rustic stone walls, wooden beams, unfitted furniture and a statement range come together to create a unique farmhouse vibe.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home October 2019
Designer: John Baker & Juli Daoust-Baker with Christine Ho Ping Kong and Peter Tan of Studio Junction
A collection of fresh herbs can double as a floral arrangement on your kitchen counter. Not only do they add a permanent dose of green to your cooking zone, but they’ll perk up a salad or seafood dish come mealtime.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home July 2019
Designer: David Lopes
A vase of orange and pink flowers stand out against moody blue art in this country dining room. Queen Anne–style chairs with zebra-print seats bring a stylish energy to the space.
Photographer: André Rider
Source: Maison & Demeure May 2014
Designer: Richard Ouellette & Maxime Vandal, Les Ensembliers
A monochromatic bouquet of coral-hued flowers looks pretty on a coffee table and complements the colors of the rug below.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home April 2019
Designer: Erin Feasby & Cindy Bleeks, Feasby & Bleeks Design
In this Garrow Kedigian–designed library , the hunting scene seems to inspire the vase of yellow- and orange-toned flowers — the palettes are identical, bringing cohesion to the space.
Photographer: John Gruen
Source: House & Home March 2018
Designer: Garrow Kedigian
In the dining room, saturated blue walls are complemented by red art and a series of vases filled with red flowers. A high-gloss finish on the ceiling draws the eye up and gives an effervescent feeling.
Photographer: John Gruen
Source: House & Home March 2018
Designer: Garrow Kedigian
In Mario Grauso’s flat in London, bold striped wallpaper is the backdrop for a double living room featuring two cobalt blue sectionals and matching arrangements of blue blooms. A double dose of orchids brings even more visual interest to the statement-making room.
Photographer: Chris Tubbs
Source: House & Home September 2019
In Jackie Kai Ellis’s dining area in Paris, the elegant space is elevated with a bouquet of flowers arranged in a gorgeous vase from Astier de Villatte. The antique plate-warming unit in the corner adds charm.
Photographer: Joann Pai
Source: House & Home September 2019
In this modern farmhouse kitchen , black modified Shaker-style cabinets combine with white counters and warm bronze hardware for a dramatic look. To lighten things up, sunflowers in glass vases bring a fun dose of sunny yellow to the space.
Photographer: Kim Jeffery
Source: House & Home May 2019
Designer: Cameron MacNeil
Pale, watery hues and a frameless glass shower create an airy feeling in this guest bathroom. A simple vase of tall purple flowers punctuates the serene space with a burst of color.
Photographer: Michael Graydon
Source: House & Home October 2017
Designer Anne Hepfer created a stunning dining room with a custom table, bright blue Gubi beetle chairs and striking art. A low tray filled with flowering planted bulbs makes for a vibrant centerpiece.
Photographer: Virginia Macdonald
Source: House & Home December 2018
Designer: Anne Hepfer
In Colette van den Thillart’s New York rental , sculptural branches are styled with a wall sculpture, table lamp, mod sideboard and a custom screen to create a high-style, moody corner.
Photographer: Melanie Acevedo
Source: House & Home January 2020
Designer: Colette van den Thillart
Champion skater Tessa Virtue renovated her London, Ontario, home with a dash of French flair. Here, a pretty floral arrangement is set on the dining table, just below a rustic chandelier. The blooms are even reflected in the mirror for a double dose of color.
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Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home September 2018
Designer: Stephanie Sinclair
Designed by David Nosella, this minimalist kitchen features two cabinet styles: modern flat-front cabinets for the lowers and gold-toned metal cladding on the uppers. Accenting the pale envelope is a vase of deep red tulips — a welcome contrast to the woods and metallic touches throughout.
Photographer: Valerie Wilcox
Source: House & Home March 2018
Designer: David Nosella
A principal bedroom makes a traditional yet minimalist statement with its classic sleigh bed and neutral bed linens. A simple task light, retro alarm clock and single white bloom are all you need for an elegant grouping on the night table.
Photographer: Janis Nicolay
Source: House & Home November 2019
Designer Shirley Meisels refreshed this bright dining room with a mod ombré paint effect on the built-in cabinets, a matching set of mid-century modern chairs and a glorious vase of pink lilies.
Photographer: Kim Jeffery
Source: House & Home April 2019
Designer: Shirley Meisels