Guided by Nature, Composed with Restraint
For Michael Derouin, flowers were never something he discovered. They were simply always there.
Long before it became his profession, flowers were part of Michael's everyday life. Growing up in his family's flower shop, he learned as much about life as he did about flowers.
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That early foundation continues to shape his work today. Over the years, his approach has earned the trust of some of the country’s most discerning clients, each sharing the same belief: that flowers are not reserved for an occasion, but belong to the life of the home.
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For more than a decade, Michael helped shape the floral identity of one of Greenwich, Connecticut’s most storied institutions, where his signature aesthetic took form.
An Instinct, Refined
The flower is already beautiful. The art lies in knowing what to leave alone.
Today, Michael designs privately for homes across Greater Boston, while traveling the country as a speaker and educator, sharing his perspective with both the public and fellow professionals.
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Every arrangement reflects that same devotion to flowers and a belief that the most memorable work is never the loudest, but the most deeply considered. Nature sets the terms; Michael’s role is to edit, never embellish. What remains is only what belongs.
Distinctions earned through discipline and lasting contributions to the floral field.
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Floral Designer of the Year,
Connecticut Florists' Association
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Accredited by AIFD
(American Institute of Floral Designers)
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Member, AAF
(American Academy of Floriculture)
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Certified, PFCI
(Professional Floral Communicators International)
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Member, CAFA
(Canadian Academy of Floral Art)
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Roles reflecting Michael’s contributions to floral education, creative leadership, and the professional community.
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Program Chair,
2024 AIFD National Symposium
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Vice President,
Connecticut Florists’ Association
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Chair,
Northeast Floral Expo
Highlights of national appearances contributing floral artistry, public education, and creative dialogue. Â
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AIFD National Symposium
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Texas State Florists’ Association
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Philadelphia Flower Show
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AIFD Southern Symposium
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Member Clubs, The Garden Club of America
Member Clubs, National Garden Clubs
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