“Through my designs, I want to tell a story.”
Master florist Ahti Lyra from Estonia sees floral arrangements as much more than just decorative objects. To him, every design tells a story, inspired by the nature, culture, and symbolism of his homeland. “I like to create work that looks effortless and simple.”
“Design is understanding why something needs to exist.”
Tomas De Bruyne began his career as a florist and went on to become an internationally renowned floral designer, author, educator, and keynote speaker. His work has taken him to prestigious events, luxury weddings, and international projects around the world, for clients who view design as a strategic asset that enhances the overall experience.
Wool strands
Strands of tone-on-tone wool hang gracefully from a hand-tied bouquet. The flowers are carefully arranged in a spherical shape. Wire wrapped in wool completes the arrangement and beautifully highlights the material.
More depth
Cutting the edges of an Oasis wreath form at an angle creates more depth. Cluster roses, Santini chrysanthemums, and Phalaenopsis orchids fill the form; small wooden discs are glued in between them.
Circle around the candle
A wire bowl forms the base of this design. The visible wires are accented with Hypericum berries. Gloriosa, Anthurium, and tone-on-tone Vanda orchids are arranged in a floral circle around the candle.
Bound Together
On a lined Oasis base stands a structure made of Xanthorrhoea australis (Steel Grass), which is tied together in two places with wire from The Wire Man. Cluster roses, chrysanthemums, Lisianthus ‘Alissa Light Apricot,’ Nerine, and Vanda orchids complete the design.