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University of Exeter found
that houseplants in the of昀椀ce
helped increase employee
productivity by 15%.
15%! It’s almost like adding
another day to the week.
The social factors, and the wider
issues of human relations, played a
signi昀椀cant role in determining worker
productivity.
In other words, the spaces created
within an of昀椀ce need to allow for a
natural 昀氀ow of information and ideas
– a space can foster collaboration
and productivity, making employees
feel a part of something bigger and
boost their well-being.
Speaking of well-being, the young
and restless all look for employers
who prioritise their well-being and
encourage a sustainable, worklife balance. With an improved
space, you will 昀椀nd employee talent
retention and attraction much easier
while reaping the bene昀椀ts of boosting
employee morale.
And we’re not talking of 昀椀reman
poles and 2-storey slides alaGoogle. Think of the small things.
For example, incorporating nature
into your new space can have
major bene昀椀ts. The University of
Technology in Sydney reported that
of昀椀ces with plants or living walls
decrease employee depression by
58% and reduce fatigue among
workers by 38%. Additionally, the
University of Exeter found that
houseplants in the of昀椀ce helped
increase employee productivity by
15%.
15%! It’s almost like adding another
day to the week.
A refreshed of昀椀ce can further
contribute to employee well-being
by providing ergonomic furniture,
adjustable workstations, and spaces
designed to reduce stress.
Research published in the Journal
of Occupational and Environmental
Medicine has shown that welldesigned work environments can
lead to a 17% increase in employee
well-being. And by prioritising
employee comfort and mental
health, you can reduce absenteeism,
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