PLANTS
"A
beautiful
- Beth
Ditto
No home. office or workspace is complete
without the health and stylistic benefits of living botanicals for peace of
mind, clean air and of course that splash of colour and style. Choosing a plant for a space is as important as choosing a piece of furniture. It is an integral part of dressing the area
to complete the finished look. Most businesses believe that plants are an
integral part of selling the environment and are prepared to allocate the
space and resources to accommodate them. The bonus is there are other
benefits to our green friends than just beautifying your space. For centuries houseplants have been used to create "living
energy" in homes and workplaces. Plants provide cleaner air, absorb
toxins and dust. By offering sound
dampening qualities, which help to
reduce noise pollution they in turn reduce the distraction of office
conversations and boost creativity. Plantscaping improves the overall
feelings of wellbeing, helps lower blood pressure, increase concentration and improve memory. Studies have found that when living plants are
present indoors: Anxiety levels are lowered. People recover from mental tiredness faster.
Interiors feel spacious, looked after and clean
People occupy rooms more when plants are present.
People perceive interiors as "more expensive"
looking Given a choice, people sit where they can see
plants * (Oxford Brooks University Study )
Greenery can be used as a focal point within spaces, both stimulating
the senses and reminding us of our connection to nature. It is an
important part of interior design. By proximity plantscaping provides a
calming visual to soothe and relax the mind. We are encouraged by this
movement both architects and interior designers are waging to be
inclusive of as many natural elements as possible to mimic nature in
man-made environments. In our hyper-stimulated world, this is an
essential antidote for our well being.
Think
Green, Live Green