What Exactly Is an Urban Jungle?
Urban jungle is an interior trend fully inspired by nature. The goal? To turn your home into a little city jungle. And it’s booming: there are over 7 million posts tagged #urbanjungle on Instagram alone. Why? Because houseplants don’t just boost oxygen—they’re proven mood lifters too. If that’s enough to get you excited, a few simple tricks can quickly turn your home into a vibrant urban jungle.
Choose the Perfect Plants
No jungle fever without plants! Fill your home with greenery in every shape, size, and shade—the more, the merrier. If you’re new to plant care, start with succulents like aloe vera, cacti, weeping palms, elephant ears (alocasia), palms, eucalyptus, orchids, and hanging plants. These are great beginner-friendly options, but always check each plant’s care needs.
Avoid fake plants—they break the authentic urban jungle vibe. If you’re not into live plants, this trend might not be your best fit, or stick to low-maintenance options like succulents. Beautiful natural-material pots and vases, especially clay ones, are a must-have to complete the look.
Avoid fake plants—they break the authentic urban jungle vibe. If you’re not into live plants, this trend might not be your best fit, or stick to low-maintenance options like succulents. Beautiful natural-material pots and vases, especially clay ones, are a must-have to complete the look.
Dress Your Walls with Jungle-Inspired Wallpaper
To fully embrace the urban jungle vibe, don’t just rely on real plants—let greenery grow on your walls too, with jungle-themed wallpaper. You’ll find tons of stunning options online or ready-made patterns featuring plants and animals. Keep it balanced: limit wallpaper to one wall per room. If wallpaper isn’t your thing, painting walls green can create a similarly soothing effect.
Decorate with Natural Materials
When it comes to furniture, textiles, and decor, natural materials express the urban jungle style best. Think rattan or wooden furniture and accents, linen or wool textiles, raffia accessories, and materials like ceramic, marble, or stone. These elements bring warmth and authenticity to your space.
Coordinate Your Colors
Green, brown, and beige are your go-to colors for crafting an urban jungle feel. These hues don’t just belong on walls—they shine in textiles and decor too. Stick to a cohesive color scheme and add small pops of color to keep your space relaxed and harmonious.
Add Jungle-Themed Decor
There’s a world of beautiful jungle-themed accessories to explore. Tropical-patterned pillows and matching decor—from monkey lamps to parrot figurines and pineapple bowls—make great choices. If you pick gold accents, pair them with deep green tones and furniture made of wood, raffia, or rattan for a rich, balanced look.
