Workplaces could be run on Plant Power in the Future
7th January 2014
Workplaces could be run on Plant Power in the Future
A recent article by the Sunday Telegraph's Business Reporter Bonnie Gardiner went on to say that the value of Interior Landscaping may have long been underestimated. The cost of purchasing professionally maintained plant displays is far outweighed by the value that they provide to the office environment.
Experts refer to Biophilia ' which is the instinctive bond between human beings and other living systems. Living green plants increase a feeling of wellbeing and reduce stress. In addition there are many other Health benefits, plants are fresh air factories absorbing carbon dioxide and manufacturing oxygen. At the same time they filter out many harmful chemical pollutants from the workplace improving the quality of the air and reducing staff absenteeism.
Happier healthier employees means better productivity, less staff absenteeism and better staff retention.
Employee well-being through biophilic interior design justifies investment in plants.