Dreaming of creating a tropical oasis in your backyard or on your patio, balcony, or terrace? Adding a variety of colorful plants will bring that exotic vibe to your outdoor space. There are a number of plant species you can use tp turn your exterior space into a vibrant sanctuary full of diverse and amazing beauty.
Tropical Design & Styling Guide
Welcome to the tropics! With our guide, you can transform any part of your home, indoors or out (or both!) into your own personalized tropical escape! We are all about recreating those life-changing tropical environments and experiences at home for those who have either visited amazingly beautiful tropical resorts and never wanted to come home or those who dream of going to places like the South Pacific or Bali but never do!
We have pulled together a lot of ideas about how to get inspired and then even more ideas about where to start and what to do so you can transform any space from a small corner of a room to your entire home into a true, tropical retreat.
So having said that, fix yourself your favorite beverage, grab a pen and a notepad, and then breathe, relax, and imagine. Let’s get busy creating!
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With the majority of people spending most of their time indoors and working away without taking any real time off, it’s no wonder they often daydream of being on a remote tropical island somewhere. This is because being surrounded by gorgeous, lush, tropical vegetation is so therapeutic in addition to being around the brightly colored flowers, sparkling white sand, crystal clear waters and the soothing sounds of the ocean.
Are you captivated by tropical décor that is reminiscent of the gorgeous islands in the South Pacific, Hawaii, or the Caribbean? Are you dreaming of turning your own living room into a tropical paradise but are not sure how to accomplish the desired look?
Dreaming of a tropical oasis with lush greenery and big, beautiful, colorful flowers evokes a genuine sense of serenity and relaxation. It can take you back to an amazing tropical island you have visited before or maybe one you have only read about. Tropical imagery soothes both your mind and body as it helps you to mentally get away from the everyday stress of a busy life. Fortunately, you can bring the elements of a tropical oasis straight to your own yard, even if you don’t live in a hot and humid climate.
With so many ideas and options available for creating your own personal outdoor tropical retreat, planning and budgeting can become an issue. Planning can be overwhelming because there can be so many things you would like to include in your tropical space.
Creating a tropical escape at home is fun, it's exciting, and it simply refreshes you. But you want to be sure that as you progress from one step to the next, that at the end, you arrive exactly where you want to be. This can be difficult to achieve if you think you have things mapped out in your mind and you just jump in and get started.