The island of Cuba has a well-deserved reputation for political turmoil, stunning beaches, great baseball players and outstanding ballet dancers. Frank Galvez is one of the latter.

It’s a few minutes past open on a Wednesday at Frida’s, a plant shop and biophilic design studio in Melbourne. Upon entering the store, a warmth and whimsicality instantly swirls through the space that stretches across two rooms. Vines stretch from lush foliage that dangles from the ceiling.