Green Islands for The Office: Benefits, Ideas & Inspirations
Custom-designed green islands are a tailored solution for modern offices that aim to harmoniously blend nature and design. They create green retreats, improve air quality, and can serve as natural room dividers. Whether as free-standing plant elements, integrated seating furniture, or modular greening systems – these individually adapted solutions can be perfectly integrated into any office environment.
"A green island in the middle of the office kind of feels like I am going on vacation - just without a sunburn and sand everywhere!"
Lauri Guardiola, Head of Greenery
Areas of Application for Green Islands in the Office
Make a bold statement with a custom-made Island. This custom-designed feature serves as a stunning centerpiece, instantly filling large reception areas with a diverse, vibrant ecosystem. In open-space offices, it acts as a functional anchor—providing natural room division and acoustic dampening while delivering maximum air-purifying benefits. It transforms the middle of any room into a lush focal point. For lounge and break areas, the island offers a deeply calming visual retreat, allowing employees to gather around a shared, flourishing garden that promotes relaxation and anchors the space in nature.
Benefits from Green Islands
Custom Design: Tailor-made to fit office architecture and design.
Air Quality & Well-Being: Plants filter pollutants and create a pleasant indoor climate.
Versatile Use: Can serve as seating furniture, room dividers, or acoustic solutions.
A Few Inspiring Shots: Green Islands in Real Offices
Meet Our Expert, Lauri!
Lauri has been leading our greenery team for years and is one of our many plant experts. Whether it’s a Howea forsteriana, Spathiphyllum, or Monstera deliciosa – Lauri knows every plant inside out. You might have even seen him on TikTok, where he shares his expert tips to make plant care easier for everyone.
The Top Picks from Our Expert
1. Kentia
2. Aglanoema "Chantal"
3. Calathea Insignis
FAQs
How are custom green islands planned?
They are adapted to room size, lighting conditions, and design specifications.
Which plants are suitable for green islands?
Low-maintenance plants such as Ficus, Monstera, ferns, and Sansevieria are ideal.
Can green islands also serve as an acoustic solution?
Yes, plants absorb sound and significantly improve room acoustics.