Calling all ski lovers out there! I bet you have been enjoying this snowy winter and hitting the slopes as much as possible… Am I right? From the months of December through March, thousands of New Englanders race to places like Sugar Loaf and Wachusett to pass this chilly time of year with some fun on the peaks. Exercise, entertainment and beautiful views keep skiing the top hobby for most Bostonians, with new families joining each year to learn the ropes. If you’re one of these people, you know there’s nothing better than flying down a mountain at warp speed with the wind rushing through your hair as you take that next jump with maybe one exception… Perhaps some down time in the lodge?
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Experts in this industry know that a large percentage of customer satisfaction depends on the client’s comfort when they return from a day out in the snow. Top architects and interior designers purposefully create areas that are warm and pleasing to the eye with the intention of refueling guests with luxury surroundings. Crackling fireplaces, soft leather couches and a stained wood interior reflecting the natural beauty of the great outdoors are all a part of the floor plan owners look to present to increase winter vacation experiences. The overall goal being to send visitors home in a relaxed mindset.
Of course, if we’re talking about how to set the stage for a stunning snow lair, we obviously can’t forget the impertinent role of accessorizing with flowers, right? If you’ve ever stayed at any one of these ski resorts, I’m sure you’ve noticed there is almost always a floral centerpiece featured inside the lobby which reflects the sentiment of the location. Often, these pieces utilize varieties mirroring the essence of the mountains such white astilbe, heather and flowering branches. The idea is to design arrangements that appeal to all the senses while visually being free flowing. Berries such as privet are great additions to this look as well as hypericum and bittersweet when the season allows. Often, many assume that these flowers have to be “Christmasy” in color but red, white and green are not the only hues to choose from. Beautiful mixes include white/gray/green, lavender/green/gray and blush/gray/white are a few color combos to put at the top of the list. There can always be variations of these pairings but I like these the most when trying to reconstruct the efforts in my own home. Yes, that’s right-there’s nothing stopping you from making your own mountain lodge ski piece even if you have no plans of hitting the slopes this year. Just remember these tips and you’ll be able to whip up your own wintery bouquet!
-Select stems that are longer in length as opposed to short.
-Bend branches to make a waterfall-like shape rather than a compact format.
-Choose varieties customary to mountain regions such as wildflowers, feathery foliage and leafy greenery.
-This is one time when you might want to forget roses and go for something more daisy oriented to create an authentic presentation.