Neo Flora

The concept of Neo Flora is inspired by a teenager’s bedroom in an urban setting. It blends a grunge cyberpunk aesthetic with a newfound love for indoor plants. Bright neon tones, a dark grunge atmosphere, and the room’s messiness reflect the teenager’s state of mind, while the calming influence of indoor gardening brings softness and balance to the chaos.

The greenery contrasts vividly with the grungy backdrop, while sleek hydroponic elements, such as a wardrobe waterfall and flowing propagation area, introduce harmony to the edgy, urban-inspired space. Grow lights in pink, purple, blue, red, and white are among the plants, enhancing the city-inspired aesthetic and ensuring they thrive in the dark room.

The room features soilless plant propagation, using clear acrylic or glass containers with nutrient-rich water to display roots. Visible tubing and reservoirs add a tech-inspired, experimental touch. The design blends grungy interior aesthetics with innovative hydroponic techniques, creating a unique space that merges unconventional style with modern planting methods.

Key plants:

Monstera deliciosa – “There will be a hydroponics feature of the monstera in a large glass bowl which will be underlit to illuminate the root system of the propagated stems. We have chosen this monstera as it is one of the most recognisable houseplants as well as being very forgiving to beginner plant enthusiasts.”

Epipremnum aureum (aka golden pothos) – “A very common accessible plant that grows great in most soil and soilless mediums. It’s a really versatile plant that is very forgiving an great for anyone learning how to propagate a plant. The Epipremnum will feature all around the room as it can easily grow in most places.”

Columnea arguta – “This is slightly more unusual, however can be purchased from many plant retailers so is accessible for anyone wanting a trailing plant. These vine-like, semi-succulent leaves form a nice thick blanketing effect that is perfect to in place of the window curtains.”

Cryptanthus ‘Rubin Star’ – “The vivid pinks of this plant reflect the style and personality of the room. They're also great inspiration if a visitor wanted to have one in their own home as they're easy to care for and compact. These will be dotted around the room for colourful impact.”

Athyrium niponicum (Japanese painted fern) – “Ferns are often overlooked when it comes to showcasing houseplants, but they don't have to be plain, they can also be used to add different colours to spaces and are great filler plants, plus they are really easy to care for.”