House of Gods has built its name on drama. Deep colour, rich texture and low, atmospheric light give every space the feeling of a world of its own. 

After Edinburgh and Glasgow, the group’s third and largest hotel opened in Canary Wharf in September 2026, bringing its gothic-luxe spirit to London. Leaflike was appointed to design, create and care for all of the planting throughout.

The Brief

Working alongside Populous Design & Build and the House of Gods team, our task was to bring life into a deliberately dark and opulent interior. The greenery needed to offer contrast and softness, while sitting comfortably within the hotel’s immersive, maximalist character. Nothing could feel out of step with the experience guests come for.

The Challenge

Few interiors ask more of a plant. Natural light is scarce by design, and many of the rooms are compact and richly styled. The planting also had to look after itself as far as possible, so the hotel team’s attention could stay with their guests.

The Solution

Our curation began with light. Kentia palms are well known for coping with lower light levels, and their arching, feathered fronds bring a quiet elegance to the hotel’s moodier corners. Strelitzia adds height and sculptural drama, its broad, paddle-shaped leaves holding their own against deep colour and heavy texture.

In the smaller rooms, scale and placement mattered as much as species. Each plant was positioned to soften hard edges without crowding spaces already full of detail, so the greenery adds a sense of life while every room keeps its character.

And care was part of the plan from the start. Now that the doors are open, our team keeps every plant healthy and guest-ready, with visits arranged around the rhythm of the hotel.