London is one of the world’s largest cities and a metropolis of vibrant culture, rich history and bustling atmosphere. They’re a beautiful diverse range of unique office spaces, ranging from luxury offices in prestigious postcodes, to chic members clubs to flexible workspaces with modern amenities.
During the pandemic, the world’s largest cities changed forever with many employees preferring to work from home. This led to the rise of hybrid working and a catalyst for workplace design. The term “place-making” refers to creating a space where people love to be and one that supports their well-being. Many companies are increasingly focusing on their office workers’ quality of life, creating office spaces that support both physical and mental well-being and productivity.
In a 2021 survey, nearly 70% of executives rated well-being as a top priority for their organisation.
Many large scale companies are heavily investing in large outdoor spaces and private roof terraces, but without a multi-million pound budget one of the most popular, effective and yet affordable ways to increase productivity and workplace satisfaction is by incorporating plants in the office. Aside from adding a pop of colour to a room, plants have a positive effect on our health and mental wellbeing.
According to the UK’s Royal Horticultural Society, surrounding ourselves with nature and specifically indoor plants, is one of the purest ways to improve our mental and physical wellbeing. From reducing carbon dioxide levels, dust and pollutants to increasing humidity, plants have the power to lift our mood and improve our attention span, positively impacting our productivity.
“Surrounding ourselves with nature, specifically indoor plants, is one of the purest ways to improve our mental and physical wellbeing” Royal Horticultural Society
In a recent study by the Royal Horticultural Society one hundred and eight professionals in Canary Wharf spent approximately 60 minutes in a room filled with tropical plants, birdsong, humidifiers and aromatherapy. The results were overwhelmingly positive, with 87% of participants reporting feeling more creative, 83% feeling more productive and 87% reporting a reduction in anxiety levels.
At Cleanie, we go beyond simply cleaning offices and are committed to creating environments that foster employee wellbeing and satisfaction. Our superior and bespoke cleaning solutions not only ensure a pristine office space but contributes to enhancing employee satisfaction.
By improving the workplace environment, we support higher productivity, employee engagement and overall success. We believe that a clean and well-maintained office is essential for creating a positive, thriving workplace that benefits both employees and employees while our non-toxic cleaning solutions improve health benefits.
Enhanced Air Quality
Even though it directly affects employee health and performance, office air quality is often overlooked. Indoor offices cause indoor pollution, especially if toxic cleaning supplies are being used. The chemicals found in these products contribute to the formation of hazardous chemicals including, but not limited to formaldehyde, benzene and carbon monoxide all of which pose serious health risks to humans.
Plants naturally absorb harmful pollutants by producing fresh oxygen. According to NASA’s Clean Air Study plants such as pothos, snake plants and peace lilies help to eliminate volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Plants provide well-needed fresh air for London offices providing healthy and cleaner air and work spaces.
Employees working in offices with plants were 15% more productive than those in minimalist settings, according to a University of Exeter study.
Increased Workplace Productivity
Greenery helps to lower mental tiredness, increase concentration, and promote well-being that sharpens attention. By creating a relaxing and calming environment employees can challenge projects more effectively and stay focused on their objectives.
Enhanced Mental Health
In fast-paced cities like London, workplace stress can be a significant issue. Employees often face long commutes, transport delays, extended working hours, tight deadlines and constant pressure, all of which contribute to increased stress levels.
Studies haves shown that plants help lower cortisol, the stress hormone by improving air quality, increasing humidity and creating a natural and calming environment that enhances mood. Simply having plants in the office can evoke calmness helping employees feel relaxed, grounded and focused.
Beautiful Surroundings and Employee Satisfaction
Greenery in the office fosters a natural connection between employees and the workplace. Plants have the ability to transform a sterile environment into motivating, productive spaces that are welcoming and homely to employees and guests alike. Plants provide vitality and life to working in the big city.
A beautiful and peaceful office environment employees feel connected to enhances performance, satisfaction, mood and well-being leading to increased workplace happiness and employee retention.
Conclusion
From improving air quality and boosting productivity to promoting mental health and beauty, plants are a natural and scientifically backed solution to improve the workplace. While bringing plants into the office may seem like a small change impact can be truly transformational.
At Cleanie, our goal is to enable London offices to improve workplace cleanliness and happiness. By combining our non-toxic cleaning solutions with the power of plants, we ensure your business is not only welcoming to guests but also primed for success – boosting motivation, retention, productivity, wellbeing and overall happiness.
Start now toward a better, healthier office. Visit Cleanie to learn about our environmentally friendly cleaning products and find out how we might assist you to create a workspace where plants and your team could coexist. Together, let’s design surroundings that encourage enjoyment, health, and work.