Last Updated: 23 June 2026

Research by Ambius and the University of Groningen (RUG) shows that the presence of interior landscaping can positively impact workplace experience and task performance in office environments. Additionally, plants foster higher levels of employee satisfaction and concentration—without compromising work quality.

Scientific research into workplace greenery

To determine the precise effects of plants in corporate environments, Ambius conducted an in-depth study in collaboration with the University of Groningen (RUG) and PRISM. This research focused specifically on how office landscaping influences employee experience, focus, and overall well-being.

Study Methodology

Researchers adopted a two-pronged approach across large, active corporate organizations:

  • Test Locations: Data was gathered simultaneously at a Dutch healthcare insurer and an accountancy firm in London.

  • Timeframes: To measure both immediate and sustained effects, the study evaluated outcomes over periods of three weeks and three months.

  • Comparative Method: Teams initially worked in an office setting without plants, after which the exact same spaces were enriched with biophilic planting to measure the baseline difference.

While initial phases focused on subjective well-being, a follow-up field experiment evaluated concrete task output within employees' familiar working environments. Within the specific test groups for this practical experiment, task output increased by 15% to 19%.

The strategic value of interior landscaping

"Office design directly influences focus and calmness across teams. Integrating strategically placed interior landscaping positively transforms workplace dynamics."

Integrating living greenery into your office layout yields clear organizational advantages:

  • Enhanced concentration: Employees sustain focus for longer stretches.

  • Higher workplace satisfaction: Staff feel more comfortable, engaged, and at ease in their workspace.

  • Improved climate perception: Employees experience their indoor environment as noticeably more pleasant.
     

Impacting workplace experience and stress reduction

Beyond driving performance, plants foster a welcoming workplace atmosphere. The study data reveals that greenery helps buffer against feelings of crowding, noise, and daily workplace tension.

Employee Experience Findings

Following the installation of plants, participants reported a noticeably more positive overall work atmosphere and greater tranquility across office spaces—a shift supported by improved indoor humidity levels.

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