40 Greenhouse Ideas: Tips and Inspiration for Your Own Garden Oasis

A greenhouse is more than just a place to grow plants—it’s an extension of the home that you can enjoy, too!

There are so many creative ways to spruce up your greenhouse space so that it appears stylish while remaining functional.

For example, you may wish to incorporate artful light fixtures or furnishings that reflect your interior design style so that your greenhouse feels more like another room inside of the house.

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On a related note, you might also wish for your greenhouse to function as a multipurpose space; therefore weaving in a desk or dining table so that you can easily complete a range of tasks after caring for your green friends.

No matter what route you choose to go, you will want to be sure to check out the 40 spectacular greenhouse ideas below, all of which are sure to wow you.

Draw some inspiration from these spaces, and before you know it, you (and your friends) will want to be hanging out in your greenhouse all of the time.

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Take Cues From Your Living Room Design Style

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Turn your greenhouse into a secondary living room by upgrading the floor, bringing in some furniture pieces, and filling it up with plants galore.

Who wouldn’t want to kick back and read in a spot like this one?

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Style Your Greenhouse Shelves Like a Pro

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Just as you style your living room shelves, you can have fun arranging your greenhouse shelves, too.

Vary the types and sizes of planters you use for a collected look, and weave in other pieces like watering cans, small trays, and art prints to make your shelving look even more complete.

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Bring a Comfortable Sofa Into the Greenhouse

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Looking to really kick back and relax in your greenhouse?

Bring in a rattan sofa like this one so that you can lounge around as you wish. It’s the perfect piece for curling up and napping.

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Add Extra Storage With a Large Shelf

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A rattan shelf like this one provides valuable storage while adding a rustic chic touch to the greenhouse.

If you’re not thrilled with your floors or are just looking to incorporate a bit more color in the space, lay out a vibrant area rug (an indoor/outdoor option is your best bet).

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Set Up a Small Dining Area in the Greenhouse

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Bring a bistro table into the greenhouse so that you can enjoy coffee and meals inside the space on warm days.

Of course, you can weave in other furniture if space allows, as illustrated here.

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Use a Sizable Table for Both Dining and Planting

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If your greenhouse is ultra expansive in size, why not bring in a sizable table like this one?

It can be used both for dining but doubles as a useful planting station as needed.

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Line the Pathway to Your Greenhouse With Plants

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Line the path leading to your greenhouse with beautiful plants that will set the tone for what’s to come and bring a smile to your face every time you see them.

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Jazz Up Your Greenhouse Sink With a Fabric Skirt

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If your greenhouse features a sink, why not jazz it up a little?

Add a skirt for some frilly flair and to invoke a bit of English country charm in the space.

Add other charming touches as well, such as flower boxes outside of the greenhouse windows.

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Bring Vintage Furniture Into the Mix

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If you’re drawn to a rustic look, weave vintage furnishings into your greenhouse so that it’s perfectly shabby chic.

Don’t hesitate to repurpose pieces from other rooms of your house that perhaps you haven’t been fully utilizing.

This is a budget-friendly approach to furnishing your greenhouse.TipWhen designing your greenhouse, it may be tempting to go out and purchase all new furniture pieces.

However, make a point to look around your home first in search of items that aren’t serving a purpose and consider whether they would shine in the greenhouse.

You may be surprised as to what you already have on hand that’s just waiting to be repurposed.

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Paint Your Greenhouse Doors a Happy Hue

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Say hello to a pop of color!

Paint the doors of your greenhouse a cheery hue, like this bright yellow, to add even more personality to the space.

This is a nice way to experiment a bit with paint without going all in and covering the entire structure in a bold shade.

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Hang String Lights Inside of the Greenhouse

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Hang string lights inside the greenhouse to make it sparkle during the day (and especially at night).

The more strands, the merrier.

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Maximize Vertical Space With Shelving

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Make use of your greenhouse’s vertical space by installing a shelf halfway up the ceiling and using it to showcase even more of your potted and hanging plants.

When it comes to furniture, think about ways that your items can serve double duty.

For example, a trunk can function as a coffee table, as shown here, and as a bonus, you have some built-in storage.

If your greenhouse is on the smaller side but you wish to incorporate furniture pieces, opt for solutions that are ultra-functional.

For example, using a trunk as a coffee table allows for extra storage, given that linens and other essentials can easily be tucked inside.

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Hang Pretty Wicker Planters From the Greenhouse Ceiling

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Choose hanging planters that reflect your personal aesthetic.

These wicker options are perfect for the coastal grandmother or traditionalist.

Give a table that doesn’t totally suit you a quick makeover by covering it with spray paint.

We love the fresh pink shade used here.

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Incorporate Electic Elements Into the Space

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If you love all things eclectic, go big with an assortment of hanging paper lanterns and planters, which will bring plenty of pizzazz into the greenhouse.

Then, layer in colorful throw blankets, patterned throw pillows, and other accents that will keep the look going.

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Bring in Statement-Making Furniture

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Incorporate statement-making furniture like a dramatic peacock chair and a luxe velvet sofa, if you wish.

Your greenhouse will become everyone’s favorite gathering place.

If you cannot hang standard frames directly onto the wall, get creative and see what else you can display—here, a wicker basket adds plenty of flair.

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Let Garden Stools Serve Multiple Purposes

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To make the most of a smaller-sized greenhouse, bring in some garden stools, which can function as both chairs and side tables depending on your needs.

You can also bring these indoors easily if you need to do so.

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Go for a Vintage-Inspired Look

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How stunning is the stained glass window in this greenhouse?

Play off the space’s antique-inspired look by weaving in vintage accessories, like the bust sculpture shown here.

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Hang a Lantern By the Greenhouse Door

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Hang a small lantern outside of your greenhouse so that it’s always easy to let yourself inside, even during the evening hours.

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Don’t Forget a Potting Bench

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A potting bench is a greenhouse must because it’ll help keep all your necessary tools in one place.

Whether you select one made from natural wood or choose to paint yours a bright color is up to you.

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Opt for Glamorous Greenhouse Lighting

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Have fun with the overhead lighting in your greenhouse.

If you wish, hang a dazzling chandelier to add a rustic glam touch to the space.

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Stick to a Neutral Color Scheme

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Keep it simple with neutrals if you so desire.

This black and white greenhouse is nice and soothing.

Especially, if you’re opting for brighter plants, they’ll pop against the contrast nicely.

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Spell It Out

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Keep the fun going outside of the greenhouse by hanging letters by the door that spells out a gardening-related word or phrase.

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Hang String Lights Outside the Greenhouse

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Additionally, decorate the outside of your greenhouse with string lights to add a bit of ambiance.

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Take Advantage of Hooks

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Make use of hooks inside the greenhouse so that you can easily keep gardening tools handy without using up valuable surface space.

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Stack Your Shelves

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Arranging shelves on top of one another helps you make the most of your space while easily being able to tend to multiple plants at once.

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Bring the Outside In

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Bring the outdoors in with some faux or dried leaves, which add a natural touch to the ceiling of this greenhouse.

Don’t neglect your greenhouse’s ceiling.

The ceiling is often referred to as a room’s fifth wall, and that is the case in this instance, too.

Decorate the ceiling with strands of string lights, a garland of dried leaves, hanging lanterns or planters, or a mix of all of the above.

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Paint the Greenhouse

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Paint the outside of your greenhouse a pretty blue shade like this one; it’s cheerful yet not visually overwhelming.

When selecting a color to use, think about what will best complement your home’s exterior (as well as how much of your greenhouse will be visible from your neighbors’ yards).

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Decorate for the Seasons

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During the holiday season, add subtle wintry touches to the greenhouse to bring a dose of spirit to the space.

A simple wooden wreath like this one is something that you may wish to display on the greenhouse door all year long.

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Stick to Your Personal Design Style

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If you plan to spend lots of time in the greenhouse, you’ll want to ensure it reflects your style.

Whether you choose to embrace boho-style, go vibrant and colorful, or take another approach is up to you.

A farmhouse-style sink is perfect for those who are drawn to that particular aesthetic.

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Utilize Wooden Crates for Easy Storage

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Make use of wooden crates to store extra supplies in the greenhouse.

Many are shallow enough to easily slide under a potting bench.

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Design Your Own Dining Oasis

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Tired of eating dinner on the patio?

Enjoy your meals inside the greenhouse by setting up a small dining area.

Create your own private entertaining oasis inspired by this space.

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Repurpose a Bar Cart

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A bar cart in the greenhouse?

Even if it isn’t used in its traditional sense, such a piece can come in handy functioning as a side table or even as a small potting bench of sorts.

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Hang a Planter Out Front

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Hang plants from the roof outside of the greenhouse for a cute, nature-filled touch that can be admired from the backyard.

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Decorate With Preloved Furniture Pieces

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Make use of preloved furniture pieces in the greenhouse.

A reclaimed wooden table fits into this rustic space and is a nice, smaller alternative to a standard potting bench.

Once again, a crate makes for useful storage below the table.

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Celebrate Fall With Pumpkins and Mums

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Come autumn, decorate the outside of your greenhouse like you would the front porch.

Scatter some pumpkins and mums by the door to create a colorful, seasonal display that will brighten up your entire backyard.

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Go Scandi in the Greenhouse

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If you can’t get enough of the Scandinavian style, know that you can weave the look into your greenhouse as well.

Just add a tulip table, stick to neutral colors, and scatter a few sheepskin rugs throughout the space for comfort.

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Hang a Mirror

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Hanging a mirror in the greenhouse will make the space seem larger and the light will bounce around the space beautifully.

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Try Worry Free Gravel Floors

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Use gravel as your greenhouse flooring—it may not be super fancy, but there’s no need to worry about getting anything dirty should you experience a dirt spill.

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Make Room for a Desk Nook

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Tuck a small desk into the greenhouse so that you have somewhere to let your thoughts wander and engage in creative pursuits. Installing a wooden shelf above allows for plenty of storage for books and supplies.

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Make a Pathway With Stone Pavers

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Use stone pavers that complement your patio material to create a neat looking pathway leading to your house.