Bring your office workspace to life with interior planting

The challenge:

Many modern interiors prioritise practicality over personality. Without greenery, these spaces can feel sterile, with poor air quality, harsh lighting, and little visual comfort. Offices, hotels, and commercial environments often struggle to achieve a natural balance between design, wellbeing, and sustainability.

The solution:

By integrating interior plants into the design scheme, spaces gain warmth, texture, and vibrancy. Whether through statement planters, green walls, or indoor plants for low light, the result is an environment that feels more inviting and energising.

The outcome:

When thoughtfully implemented, interior plant design transforms indoor environments into spaces that look beautiful and perform better. Plants improve air quality, reduce background noise, regulate temperature, and enhance overall wellbeing. The outcome is a harmonious balance between natural beauty and everyday functionality.

The positive benefits of interior plants

Visual Appeal and Cooling

Plants add instant visual impact to any room, introducing natural colour, texture, and movement.

Many species naturally orient themselves towards light sources, acting as living awnings that soften glare and provide natural shading.

Health and Air Quality

Indoor plants play a crucial role in purifying the air.

A Norwegian study showed a 23% reduction in symptoms associated with poor indoor air quality in offices that contained plants.

Improving Well-being

Being surrounded by greenery helps people feel more relaxed and balanced.

Office spaces that incorporate plants often promote lower stress levels and an increased sense of comfort.

Focus, Productivity, and Creativity

Greenery in work environments can enhance focus and productivity while stimulating creativity.

The colour green has been shown to reduce anxiety and mental fatigue, helping people feel more at ease and able to concentrate.

Noise Reduction and Humidity Control

Leaves and stems can absorb and deflect sound, naturally reducing background noise and creating a calmer environment.

At the same time, plants release moisture into the air, helping to stabilise humidity levels for a healthier indoor climate.

Cost Efficiency and Sustainability

Using plants as part of your interior design can reduce reliance on mechanical systems for shading, air purification, and temperature control.

This results in long-term cost savings and a more energy-efficient environment.

Choosing the right plants for your office space

To maximise the benefits of interior plant design, consider the conditions of your space, including light, temperature, and humidity. Selecting the right combination of plants ensures longevity and impact.

Design Tips:

Use plants as room dividers or zoning elements.
Incorporate large statement plants in minimalist spaces.
Choose air-purifying species to remove indoor pollutants.
Include insect-repelling plants for added benefits.
Mix heights and textures for layered, balanced designs.

Air-purifying and low-light indoor plants

Many indoor plants for low light conditions thrive even in shaded or windowless environments, making them ideal for offices and commercial interiors. They purify the air while adding a refreshing touch of nature to enclosed spaces.

Recommended air-purifying plants:

Snake Plant (Sansevieria)

Ideal for low light environments and known for its air-purifying qualities, removing toxins like formaldehyde and benzene.

Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)

Thrives in moderate light and helps eliminate airborne toxins such as benzene, formaldehyde, and ammonia.

Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller)

Thrives in bright light and offers air purification properties, removing toxins emitted from cleaning products and printers.

ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)

Requires minimal maintenance and thrives in low light. It helps in air purification by removing toxins.

Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica)

Suitable for moderate to bright light conditions and effective in removing airborne toxins.

Case Study – Virgin Media O2

Designed for unity, innovation and wellbeing

This project for Virgin Media O2 showcases how thoughtful interior plant design can humanise spaces, reflect brand culture, and provide tangible benefits for occupants.

Key elements of the project included:

A biophilic design strategy to support mental health, air quality and aesthetics
Distinct planting themes to reflect each experiential floor
Bespoke planters integrated with interior finishes
Rapid, reliable sustainable sourcing to support an evolving design

Read the full case study

Frequently Asked Questions

What is interior plant design?

Interior plant design is the strategic use of plants within indoor spaces to enhance aesthetics, improve air quality, and support wellbeing. It combines biophilic design principals, style, function, and sustainability to create balanced, inviting environments.

What plants should be used for my interior space?

Our plant display teams take several factors into consideration; light, temperature, and humidity. They select species that fit your environment and design goals, and mix different sizes and textures for visual balance.

Can interior plant design be cost-effective?

Yes. Plants provide natural cooling, shading, and air purification, reducing the need for mechanical systems and lowering long-term energy costs.

How often should interior plants be maintained?

Maintenance depends on species and environment, but most indoor plants benefit from regular watering, pruning, and cleaning. Partnering with a professional interior plant service ensures long-term health and performance.

Can plants grow in office fluorescent light?

Yes. Many indoor plants for low light can thrive under fluorescent lighting commonly found in offices. While growth may be slower than in natural sunlight, they still provide visual appeal and air-purifying benefits.

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