Alert! Trend in sight! Los flowerpots with plants They have become great allies for delimiting spaces between workstations. It's not just a matter of aesthetics (which it is). This practical and decorative resource brings multiple benefits to the work environment and the emotional well-being of the worker.

We've gathered these examples from offices around the world that attest to this trend and show that placing plants between workstations can help separate, soundproof and purify the environment.

We have dealt with this topic previously, as it is becoming more common to include plants in construction projects. work spaces. The advantages are obvious: not only are they organic elements with incomparable aesthetic qualities, but also offer physical, psychological and environmental benefits. This is not something we say, it is supported by scientific studies in modern work spaces that have shown that the use of plants creates healthier and more productive work environments.

La biophilia It is one of the most thriving trends in interior design today, which promotes the connection of man with the natural world, even within cities, since it is proven that this connection favors the physical, mental and emotional well-being of people. Indeed, plants have a calming and relaxing effect on the eyes. They are organic elements that help to reduce stress levels, anxiety and mental fatigue.

Being surrounded by natural elements (even on a small scale) generates feelings of well-being and tranquility, thanks to the green color, which is associated with calm, balance, and renewal. Also, having eye contact with natural elements stimulates the imagination, improves inspiration and can promote problem solving. green offices promote greater fluidity of ideas and encourage creative thinking.

The previous point leads us to the next, which is the direct consequence: plants increase productivity of workers, who concentrate better, make fewer mistakes, and feel more comfortable in their environment. This is not just a perception. Studies by the prestigious University of Exeter in the United Kingdom revealed that offices with plants can increase the productivity by up to 15%. The offices with vegetation, natural light and ventilation increase productivity, reduce absenteeism and raise job satisfaction.

Another benefit of the plants inside the offices is that they are climate regulators, and this is because they release water vapor through the process of transpiration, which contributes to maintaining healthy humidity levels indoors. An environment with regulated humidity prevents dry skin and mucous membranes and, therefore, reduces respiratory problems.

Although they do not have the same impact and effectiveness as a sound-absorbing coating, Plants also have acoustic qualities. Especially plants with large foliage can act as natural acoustic insulators, absorbing and diffusing ambient noise. Therefore, placing plants between workstations is an excellent method to muffle surrounding noise.

Plants act as natural filters and help purify and clean the air. Through photosynthesis, they absorb carbon dioxide (CO₂) and release oxygen, but they can also eliminate toxic substances from the air, such as the famous VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds). These are chemical substances that evaporate easily and are present in paints, varnishes, coatings, cleaning products, etc. Certain indoor plants, such as the humble poto, the sansevieria or the bamboo palm, They are excellent air purifiers.

The flowerpot-furniture

It is the most common system, as well as practical, because the upper part serves as a support for the plants and, at the same time, as a auxiliary storage of the job.

An excellent example is this Tokyo office, where the furniture separating the workstations creates a corridor, so that the worker is isolated from traffic as he is surrounded by plants. Only plants of crotus, a very decorative interior and exterior type, whose colors They match the tones chosen for the interior design. Furthermore, croto is a very hardy plant and easy to maintain indoors.

Finally, we recommend that you go to this post on our website where we talk about the most suitable plants for work environments, due to its resistance and low maintenance.

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