If youโre looking to elevate your office game, zoning your space with plants and art is one of the most impactful – and cool and chic too – ways to do it. Not only will it make your office look better, but it will also help boost your teamโs productivity and well-being…
Whether youโre working from home or managing a larger team, plants and art can transform your workspace into a dynamic, functional, and inspiring environment.
How exactly do you zone your office with plants & art?
But what exactly is โzoningโ? It essentially means dividing your office into areas based on what needs to happen in each. Youโll have a quiet area for focus, meeting zones for brainstorming, relaxation spots for breaks, and maybe even a creative corner – our personal favourite. By zoning your space well, you will create a flow that encourages focus, collaboration, and innovation. When you layer in plants and art, itโs like turning your office into a well-designed, high-energy environment that eventually benefits your business!
The first step would be to figure out what each zone needs. Does your office need a quiet space for deep work? A chill zone for recharging? Once youโve got that down, you can choose plants and art to bring each area to life. We know it can be an overwhelming task, so feel free to reach out and the Art in Offices team will be delighted to guide you through this most important step!
Creating a quiet zone
Now for your quiet zone, where youโll get the serious work done, we recommend you choose low-maintenance plants that promote calm and focus. Snake plants or peace lilies are ideal because theyโre easy to care for and help purify the air, keeping stress levels low and focus high. You can also choose minimalistic, subtle abstract artworks, or nature-inspired prints, to maintain a tranquil and productive atmosphere.
We all need a meeting zone
For your meeting zone, opt for plants that encourage conversation and creative thinking. Which means..?ย Tall, striking plants like fiddle leaf figs or rubber plants, which create a sophisticated vibe while making the space feel both open and welcoming for collaboration. As for the art, pick bold, impactful pieces such as geometric or modern artworks, and set the tone for dynamic teamwork and idea exchange.
Unwinding zone would be nice
When it comes to unwinding zones – which have become powerful office design ways to boost mental health and wellbeing at the office – go for plants that promote ZEN. Bamboo, lavender, or other calming plants can help create a peaceful atmosphere thatโs perfect for taking mental breaks. Another great way to regulate the nervous system and wind downย is to hang soft landscapes or tranquil abstracts.
Don’t forget the creative corner
Last but not least, the creative corner! Its purpose is to ‘redynamise’ a room and inspire a stronger sense of community in the workplace. A study published in the Journal of Vocational Behaviour highlighted the link between employees picking up new skills that improve their job performance and having fun at work. So letting your employees have more fun around the office makes them more likely to be better at their jobs. Donโt hesitate to bring in bright succulents or orchids to add colour and texture, giving the space a lively vibe that we know sparks imagination and fresh ideas. Also think vibrant, abstract paintings or playful sculptures that will keep the energy up and inspire out-of-the-box thinking.
Renting plants & art for the office
Now we understand that purchasing art or plants can be quite the commitment, and a budget! And as the way we work continues to shift, so does the way we design our workspaces. Atย Art in Offices, weโre seeing more companies move away from traditional ownership models and embrace flexible, rental-based solutions. This shift isnโt just about practicality – itโs about creating spaces where people can do their best work.
And the numbers speak for themselves: by renting art for your office space, you can increase your team’s well-being by 45%, productivity by 32%, and engagement by a staggering 60%! So yes, art (and plants) is good for business – and with rental models, you get to reduce capital expenditure, cut waste, and help both your people and business thrive. Plant hire is also a possibility, with companies like Vantage Spaces offering all-inclusive lease with maintenance packages for your office biophilia – so you don’t even have to think about caring for them, just enjoy the purified air and dopamine brought by the greenery!
Curating a better office space with Art in Offices
Summer is around the corner and itโs time to rethink how you zone your workplace for better productivity. Art in Offices is here to help you curate the best spaces, in alignment with your brand image and values. Enquire now!
- Contact Katie Henry, Directorย of Art in Offices:
Phone: +44(0) 7906 166 354 - Email: director@artinoffices.com
