Orchids were much less commonplace than they are today and were regarded as a genuine luxury. In reality, in ancient times, the term “orchidelirium” was coined to describe the frenzy of orchid collectors. Today, you can grab an orchid at Home Depot or Ikea — hardly exotic. However, this doesn’t create these unusual flowering plants any less beautiful.
There are thousands of hybrids and species of orchids. Whether you are a collector of rare specimens or a purchaser of a basic phalaenopsis in the home improvement store, an orchid is an excellent addition to any room. But, orchids can take delicate care: They favor bright sunshine and higher humidity (which you can supply through daily misting). Orchids also undergo a very long period of dormancy (not flowering) following their blossoms have faded.
Here is a collection of handsome rooms that all contain orchids; take your inspiration from these spectacular specimens.
Lisa Borgnes Giramonti
Lisa Borgnes Giramonti’s website is full of traditional charm. Here she combines an orchid with heaps of coffee-table novels on a glass table.
Tiffany Eastman Interiors, LLC
An orchid makes a major impact when mirrored at a nearby mirror. Tiffany Eastman Interiors utilizes both a hanging mirror and a mirrored console to flaunt this beautiful bloomer.
Tara Seawright Interior Design
A blossoming potted orchid will continue much longer than the usual cut bouquet. Here two orchids are planted in a set of matching pots for an elegant centerpiece.
Elizabeth Dinkel
This yellow-blossomed orchid is a joyous centerpiece at a dining room by Elizabeth Dinkel. Natural hits of bright color are a simple way to liven up an otherwise neutral room.
Donna DuFresne Interior Design
In this corner, a set of orchids are planted in a classic trophy. It is a surprising yet classic way to display a beautiful houseplant.
Jamie Laubhan-Oliver
A white-blossomed example mixes with exotic wall hangings at the Dallas home of Jamie Laubhan-Oliver.
LDa Architecture & Interiors
A contemporary bathroom receives some life in the elegant orchid. Some orchids grow well and bloom under fluorescent lighting — a plus for windowless bathrooms.
Decorator Niki Papdopoulos knows that orchids just like a humid place like the bathroom. A silver-colored cache pot provides this specimen a hot atmosphere.
Flüff Designs & Decor
Here an orchid a part of a Zen-like group of objects. This small orchid was planted in an unusual glass vessel that appears to be filled with sand.
Timothy De Clue Collection & Design
A silver Paul Revere bowl is also an unusual planter for this fuchsia orchid. For a vessel with no drainage holes like this, put a layer of rocks at the base of the pot.
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