The Maltese Islands are famous for their sun-drenched landscapes and calming Mediterranean energy. What if you could bottle that feeling and bring it inside?
That’s the core idea behind Biophilic Design, an innovative approach that seeks to foster a connection between humans and nature within our built environments. It’s more than just adding a few plants; it’s about using natural light, materials, and textures to create a home that boosts your mood, reduces stress, and feels like a true oasis.
Here’s how you can easily start incorporating Biophilic Design into your Maltese home today, with everything available right here at Sherries Estates.

1. Maximize the Living Element: The Power of Plants
The most direct way to connect with nature is to introduce life! For Maltese homes, the key is choosing plants that thrive in our bright, sometimes harsh, indoor conditions.
High-Light Heroes: Place structural, beautiful plants near large windows. Consider a bold Ficus lyrata (Fiddle Leaf Fig) or the architectural Strelitzia (Bird of Paradise) to create a focal point.
Low-Light Stars: For internal hallways or bathrooms, opt for hardy survivors like the Sansevieria (Snake Plant) or the vibrant Pothos. They are excellent air-purifying plants too!
The Container is Key: Elevate your plants with stylish pottery. Mix and match textures like modern Glazed Outdoor Planters for terraces and traditional Clay Pots for interiors to add an authentic Mediterranean touch.

2. Embrace Natural Materials and Textures
Biophilic design celebrates the textures and shapes found in the natural world. This means saying goodbye to sharp, sterile lines and embracing organic, unrefined materials.
Wood, Rattan, and Jute: Introduce furniture made of natural, light-toned wood. Consider a Side & Plant Table with a woven rattan texture, or swap out synthetic textiles for soft linen and jute Rugs & Carpets with earthy tones.
Earthy Ceramics: Bring the traditional colors of the Maltese landscape indoors. Use terracotta or ceramic Glassware and Ceramics to display fruit, or as simple, sculptural centerpieces. The use of clay connects your home directly to the earth.

3. Connect Through Light, Air, and Sound
Nature stimulates all our senses. Biophilic design looks beyond sight to make the home a truly immersive, refreshing experience.
Embrace the Sun: Maximize the incredible natural light Malta provides. Use sheer curtains that filter, but don’t block, the light, and use Mirrors strategically to reflect light into darker corners.
Scent-Scaping: Use natural scents to evoke the outdoors. Place Reed Diffusers with citrus or pine scents in common areas, or light a subtle, herb-scented Jar Candle in the evening to create a calming, natural ambiance.

4. The Low-Maintenance Solution: Art and Alternatives
Not every corner of your home has the light or space for a living plant. This is where high-quality alternatives come into play.
Faux Realism: In tricky spots like high shelves or poorly lit reading nooks, our realistic Artificial Plants & Flowers provide the green visual element without the watering requirements. They offer the same calming aesthetic with zero maintenance.
Nature on the Wall: If you’re looking for a big impact, explore Adawall Wallpaper with botanical patterns, leafy designs, or textured finishes that mimic natural rock or wood. This creates a striking, permanent connection to the outdoors.

Ready to transform your home into a natural sanctuary? Visit our shop or browse online to explore our vast range of house plants, natural furniture, and nature-inspired home decor today!