Blame it on all the sheltering in place, but Bio-inspired rooms, soothing color palettes and soft silhouettes are taking over for 2022. Our desire for reconnection to our natural world has us actively bringing the outside in at just about every opportunity.
Not that there is anything wrong with that! Natural light, organic forms and greenery can have a direct and positive influence on us ranging from increased concentration to an overall better feeling of calm. This trend is all about surrounding your office in natural and natural-looking materials, shapes and plants. Oh yes…and green…lots of green.
Check out our Editor favorites for 20 ways to help you update your space.
2222 Studio, Beige Large Wobbly Vase $405
Softly organic and uniquely handmade, this sculptural piece is useful as a vase or container (as the name implies) or simply perfect on a desk or bookshelf as a stand alone objet d’art.
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Cooper Studio Channel Tufted Swivel Chair $2,527
The soft mossy color of this swivel chair perfectly complements its rounded angles and generous seating. Add it as a soothing element to your living room, or tuck it into a cozy corner in your office where it will become your favorite spot for a good book (or a lovely nap).
The Bouqs, 4” Sansevieria Hahnii Plants $69
These Sansevieria, also known as Bird’s Nest Snake Plant, are members of the succulent family. Like most succulents, they’re low-maintenance but these fellows offer back some big returns – namely they actively filter the indoor air and give it back in the form of oxygen (they’re one of the few plants that release oxygen day and night). This dynamic duo offers one Variegated yellow, and one dark green…plus the planters are fantastic.
Lulu and Georgia, Boni Round Coffee Table $1,899
Swirling colors and patterns of Primavera wood make up this gorgeous coffee table. The shape itself gives an ease of placement whether your styling is contemporary, modern or industrial.
Peyton Lane, Artificial Banana Tree $99.99
Love the idea of a huge, beautifully grown indoor plant but maybe your green thumb isn’t exactly your strongest suit? Hey, here’s a little secret – there are a ton of realistic-looking, but totally artificial plants available these days. The bonus? Studies show that even the appearance of artificial plants in your home can help bring calm, de-stress us and even help us fight depression. And you don’t even have to water them.
Moe’s Home Collection, O2 Dresser $2,219.99
With its warm tone and intricate façade, this dresser provides both character and convenience. It would be a welcome addition to a bedroom or nestled against the back of a couch for eye-catching extra living room storage.
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, LA Sofa $6,394
Speaking of the living room, here’s a masterful piece of minimal-meets-eco furniture that will instantly work within your biophilia-focused design. This couch is a collab between MGBW and Brigette Romanek and made of eco-friendly poly, so the natural coloring goes hand in hand with its chicly sustainable materials. Now there’s a couch you can feel good in and feel good about!
Roommates, Peel-and-Stick Palm Leaf Wallpaper
(1 roll = 28.18 sq ft) $33.99
Looking for a big impact with minimal sweat equity? Wallpaper is trending huge this season and the peel and stick variety is leading the charge. It’s ready out of the box (no mixing sticky paste) and comes in a variety of options. This palm leaf print can take your bathroom from basic to beautiful by channeling some major tropical plant power.
Z Gallerie, Sequoia Stump Dining Table $1,188.99
Can Glam and Biophilia go hand in hand? We say yes, especially after finding this stunning dining table. Cast from the roots of an Acacia tree and moulded out of resin, it’s finished in silver leafing, giving the whole base a subtle luster that is at once organic and extravagant.
Jonathan Adler, Handmade Wicker Elephant Wall Art $995
Design doesn’t have to be oh-so-serious. Sometimes a bit of whimsy can enhance the whole mood of a room. This playful piece lends an organic feel and is just plain fun. Handmade by artisans, it takes four days to finish each piece. We think it’s worth it the effort.
NY Botanical Garden, Margaret Quilt Twin $34.99, Full/Queen $52.99, King $69.99
Bring the garden into your bedroom, courtesy of the New York Botanical Garden. This quilt is from the Margaret Bedding Collection with historical images taken from the NYBG archives. Beautiful and bold, it’s adorned with velvet piping and tassel accents for a stylish touch, and it reverses to a rich solid green for versatility! An added bonus? A percentage of all proceeds go to support the conservation and sustainability efforts of the NYBG.
Minka Aire Fans, Artemis LED Smart Ceiling Fan $569.95
Proper airflow is important in any home. Besides keeping temperatures even, moving air keeps molds at bay and the increased oxygen in our lungs gives our productivity a huge boost. We love the undulating organic flow of this fan and the LED lighting also makes it longer lasting and better for the environment (which makes us all breathe easier).
GlowinUp Shop, Ivy Hanging Shower Curtain $58.57
Here’s another way to bring some biophilia into your home without a full commitment. Shower curtains can be swapped out in minutes and change the entire direction of your room’s design. We love the fluid, non-repeating pattern of the ivy tendrils as they cascade down against the crisp, white backdrop. A simple, quick way to give your shower a little outdoorsy treatment.
Kardiel, Tripod Fabric Chair 2-pc Set $763
A little MCM and a little abstract organic come together for a whole lotta look. Both pieces are made from genuine American Oak which has been heat and pressure molded into shape and the fabric cushioning is hand sewn using original Danish under-tuck lock-stitch. Use them together as a set or as stand alone pieces throughout your home.
Modern Sprout, Yellow Uplift Planter $220
Is there a cozy corner you’d love to add a little greenery to but can’t because the natural light factor is zero? This free standing, 43″ tall planter and holder comes with its own built in grow light. The height of the light can be adjusted as your plant grows and the grow bulb is rated for 25,000 hours of usage before needing replacement.
Meyou Paris, The Ball Cat Bed $365
Why let the humans have all the fun? This spherical coated yarn bed looks like a work of art, but is perfect for either a cat or small dog. The solid beech and white metal frame keep it sturdy and in place so your furbaby can retire to their little den in total comfort.
Nuloom, Cali Abstract Floral 8’x11′ Rug $220
Plenty of green-on-green tones and an abstract jungle-floral pattern combine to make this rug a great anchor piece for your biophilia-focused room. Plus we found it on sale, so the price is equally nice.
Lulu and Georgia, Chavette Chandelier $425
Perfect for adding texture and tone to you space, this natural jute-wrapped chandelier will fit right in with your other biotic items. At 24″ x 24″ it’s a substantial piece.
Friztin, Botanical Sketchbook Floor Pillow $61.69
A cornucopia of dark florals cover this attractive floor pillow. Made for lounging, you can sit on the floor with it or use it as a giant back cushion – the choice is entirely yours.
West Elm, Live Edge Floating Shelves (set of 3) $317
Sold separately or as a set, these small, medium and large live edge shelves will “float” on your walls, giving you extra storage areas for small items, books and art pieces while showing off themselves as their very own works of art.
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