Tropical leaf prints are everywhere we look - clothing outlets, interior design shops, cafes... it is no wonder that we are ready to include something of the like at home. But before laying down that table cloth, or bedspread, see how else you want to bring the outdoors in and create new life to a room. Adding indoor plants or tropical decorations to any space brings instant change, but there are lots of ways in which to do it that don't include typical vases and pots.  

Indoor plants are an easy and 'real' way to go. They bring comfort and decoration, and a home more homely. The right choices depends on the space you have, the look you want, and the time you want give it (your garden centre will advise you accordingly).  Don't be afraid to choose lusciously - plants can move to another location, or home even, if you decide against it later.

Apart from the living kind, there are infinite ways to give life to your home using decorating ideas. You could introduce some earth and nature colours to your bathroom with a green bath and parquet floor, or dark green velvet curtains to your bedroom. However we are promoting the exotic here, so since tropical wallpaper is back in fashion we suggest you use it somewhere too - behind a bed or sofa or dining table perhaps - and they don't have to be green! You could also have some fun with a tropical fruit wallpaper - such as pineapples - or go deep into the wilderness with a scene out of Jungle Book, alive with parrots and butterflies...

If all this seems too much to take on board, a painting or photograph will do the trick. Contact or visit a gallery near you or online for some inspiration and some information on what is available within your price range. Most can deliver, frame and hang your new artwork to make things ultra easy too.  

So whilst the fashion and interior designers remain inspired, take a walk on the wild side too, and release the natural you!