Biophilia Blog Posts

24 June

There’s nothing artificial about the benefits of plants

Written by Anita Smith

As wonderful as live plants are, they’re not always suitable for every environment. For example, office plants in large buildings without enough natural light may not always look their best, and having fresh flowers delivered each week may not be the...

28 May

Biophilia Shouldn’t Be Swept Under The Carpet

Written by Leigh Graven

Did you know that office workers spend more time at their desk or workstation than they do in bed? In fact, Ambius research found that 40% of UK office workers spend just 15 minutes outdoors each day. This figure...

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18 April

Embracing the power of nature for International Mother Earth Day

Written by Anita Smith

Our planet is a delicate ecosystem where humans, animals and nature are all interdependent. That is why on the 22nd April, the United Nations is celebrating International Mother Earth Day, a global event focusing on promoting harmony between nature...

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29 January

Office Interior Design Trends 2019

Written by The Plant Doctor

Last year, Ambius research revealed that on average British workers spend more time per a day at their desk or workstation (6.8 hours) than they do in bed (6.4 hours). These figures reinforce the importance of making sure offices...

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30 October

Why millennials’ obsession with plants is in full bloom

Written by The Plant Doctor

From avocados, dachshunds and French bulldogs to green tea, selfies and social media – the unique obsessions of the millennial generation have been well-documented in recent years. Millennials have been even credited with the sudden increase in popularity of...

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25 September

The New Office Experience (Part Two)

Written by The Plant Doctor

In the first part of this blog we looked at the challenges building managers and designers face when creating a modern office. In this post, we will look at how addressing these challenges can help improve wellbeing in the...

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17 September

The New Office Experience (Part One)

Written by The Plant Doctor

There is a growing shift in the way workplaces are being designed around the globe. This emerging design revolution is the result of effective self-promotion by interior designers and architects on social media and beyond, coupled with organisations wishing...

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20 August

Feeling hot hot hot: plants to survive the summer weather

Written by The Plant Doctor

As summer rolls on and the weather forecast is set to remain warmer and drier than average right up to October, you may start to see plants suffering from the heat. Wilting is often a common sight at this...

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01 June

Chained to Our Desks – 40% of Brits Spend Just 15 Minutes Outdoors Each Day

Written by The Plant Doctor

Frustrated young woman keeping eyes closed and massaging nose while sitting at her working place in office

Research released today by interior landscaping and scenting firm Ambius has found that UK office workers spend an alarmingly limited amount of time outdoors each day, putting their health and wellbeing at risk. The study of 1,000 UK office...

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09 February

Keep your Roses 50 Shades of Red

Written by The Plant Doctor

Avoid the wilt this Valentine’s Day with these top tips Bunches of cut flowers will always have a limited life. In order to satisfy the surge in demand when Valentine’s Day comes around, bunches of flowers are often placed...

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