Science Says: Office Plants Make Workspaces Calmer, Quieter, and More Comfortable
Green Spaces, Healthier Places: The Environmental Benefits of Office Plants
Effects of Indoor Plants on Air Quality: A Systematic Review
Authors: Han, K.T., Ruan, L.W. (2020)
Key Finding: Plants significantly reduced indoor air pollutants like VOCs and enhanced humidity levels.
Why this matters to your workplace: Cleaner air supports better cognitive performance, reduces illness, and creates a more sustainable workplace environment. Adding plants can also show employees and visitors that your organization prioritizes their health and the planet.
Study on Stress Recovery Effect of Greenery Volume in an Office Space
Authors: Hashimoto, Y., Toriumi, Y. (2012)
Key Finding: The more greenery in the office, the greater the stress-reducing benefits, supporting overall indoor air quality.
Why this matters to your workplace: Increasing plant volume can foster a healthier and more eco-friendly office environment while boosting employee satisfaction and wellness. A larger green presence means greater ecological and personal health impacts.
The Effect of Interior Planting on Health and Discomfort among Workers and School Children
Authors: Fjeld, T. (2000)
Key Finding: Indoor plants improved both physical health and perceptions of air quality, reducing respiratory discomfort.
Why this matters to your workplace: Employees in environments with healthier air quality are less prone to respiratory issues, enabling higher productivity and fewer sick days. Investing in plants can create a healthier environment for everyone who walks into the space.
Effects of Interior Plants on the Perception of the Workspace
Authors: Nieuwenhuis, M., Knight, C., Postmes, T., Haslam, S.A. (2014)
Key Finding: Office plants improved employee perception of their workspace and its environmental quality.
Why this matters to your workplace: Employees who feel better about their physical environment often work more effectively and contribute positively to workplace culture. Plants enhance the look and feel of the space, translating to measurable environmental and personal benefits.