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The benefits of green in the office

Recently, we have been working from home a lot, and for some people, going back to the office equals going back to an uninspiring, concrete space. Clients therefore often ask us to add plants to office interiors.

To bring nature inside more, an office can easily be brightened up with plants and flowers, as for many it equals atmosphere and cosiness. But a beautiful hanging plant or a pretty bouquet has more benefits than just being mood-enhancing. In fact, people have an innate desire to be connected to nature, which scientists call ‘biophilia’. Placing greenery can give your workplace a boost.

Benefits and facts of more greenery in the office

  • Helps reduce stress
  • Increases productivity by 15% (source: gezondheidsnet)
  • Reduces absenteeism
  • Improved air quality
  • Better acoustics
  • 10% of employee absenteeism can be attributed to architecture with no connection to nature (A. Kjellgren, Hanne Buhrkall, 2010)

But did you know that an image of a green environment also works wonders? You create more greenery in your office not only by placing (artificial) plants but also green walls, images of trees or a green view can reduce stress and increase productivity.

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