If a good chair can "save" your back, then a pot of green plants can "save" your mood magically, turning your work corner into a space that expresses your personality and nurtures your inspiration. No need for a grand makeover - just a few "green patches" in the right place, you can turn your setup into a place that is more chill than a coffee shop, more focused than a library, and more private than a boring office. Discover with Epione the secret to "greening" your work corner - simple, sophisticated, effective ergonomic solutions for life .
"Green Vitamin" for the soul
Not just a simple decoration, green plants bring countless unexpected benefits, deeply affecting both physical and mental health.
Have you ever felt lighter and more relaxed when you see plants? It’s no coincidence – our bodies and minds have a special “connection” with nature, called the Biophilia effect. Just put a pot of plants on your desk and you will naturally feel like you are “chilling” in a mini garden – where all stress is strangely relieved.
Not to mention the computers and electronic devices I use all day can make the air in the room a bit stuffy and stuffy. But having green plants is different, they are super effective " organic air purifiers ", providing fresh oxygen, making me feel more comfortable and easier to breathe.
Reduce Cortisol , relieve stress: Simply put, Cortisol is the hormone that makes you stressed. Studies have shown that just being in contact with green plants will reduce this stress hormone, helping your body to automatically relax and reduce a lot of pressure.
Reduce Cortisol , relieve stress
Helps the body produce Serotonin, the fresh green color of leaves, or the bright colors of flowers (if you like) not only helps your eyes not get tired when looking at the computer continuously but also stimulates the body to produce Serotonin - a substance that helps you feel happier, more peaceful and happy. Sounds interesting, right?
In general, working or studying continuously for a long time can easily make your mind "overloaded" and tired. Nature, specifically green trees, is considered a "tonic" for the brain, helping to restore concentration, reduce fatigue, and at the same time stimulate creativity, inspire, and help you come up with more good ideas.
Bring "green" into the setup corner
Choose a suitable location : Place the plant in a place with enough natural light (avoid direct sunlight), without obstructing vision or taking up too much working space.
Suitable size : Prioritize plants with compact size, suitable for desk or bookshelf. If you have more space, you can choose a larger plant placed on the floor to create a highlight.
Choose a harmonious plant pot : The plant pot is not only a place for the plant to live but also a part of the overall setup. Choose pots with designs, colors and materials (ceramic, porcelain, cement, wood) that match your personal style and interior.
Combine plants : You can combine several types of plants with different sizes and leaf shapes to create highlights and diversity for the setup corner, giving the feeling of a miniature garden.
If you love plants but don't have much space or time to take care of them, you can choose Terrarium . The "miniature garden" in a glass jar placed on the desk is like a "mini ecosystem" in the living space. Inside are usually moss, succulents, cacti or some easy-to-grow air plants, combined with gravel, rocks and some small miniatures, just looking at it makes you feel relaxed.
Terrarium - New trend of setting up green corners for your desk
A bit more spiritual, green plants also represent Feng Shui and fortune . If you believe in this, please refer to that house. Just consider it as adding a "lucky" element to your setup corner! Like the time in China, there was a trend of putting a bunch of bananas in the office, you can see how spiritual our office colleagues are.
What plants are suitable for the working corner?
Not all plants are “suitable” for the working corner. To choose a plant that is both beautiful and easy to grow, and also brings positive energy, you can refer to some of the “national” names below, which are quite basic and easy to find:
Tiger Tongue Plant : Compact, cool and super “cool” at filtering the air, especially at night. This type can survive in almost any light condition, is extremely easy to care for, and doesn’t matter if you’re lazy about watering it.
Peace Lily: If you like gentleness and purity, this is the perfect choice. The white flowers are pretty, and the plant has the ability to absorb toxins and calm the mind very well.
Money Tree: Not only beautiful but also known as the “money tree”, very popular among office workers. Easy to grow, does not need strong light or much watering, truly “plant and live”.
Pothos (Gold, Marble, Emperor...): Diverse in design, good air purifier and suitable for hanging or placing on bookshelves. Anyone who has ever "touched a plant" can rest assured to try it because this plant is extremely easy to grow.
Mini Singapore Banyan Tree : Small but powerful, looks luxurious, suitable for dark tone setup or modern style. Placed on the corner of the table or on the floor, it will match the vibe.
And especially Monstera – also known as “ Split Leaf Pothos” : with unique heart-shaped dark green foliage. This type is not only eye-catching but also easy to grow, bringing modern tropical vibes, extremely suitable for minimal or boho style setups. Monstera is quite easy-going, just need to be placed in a place with indirect light, water when the soil is slightly dry — no need to take care of it every day but the plant will still be green. This type is extremely suitable for those who love innovation, modernity and want their working space to have a bit of a tropical, free breath.
Add a little green space, and you will see your setup corner "transform" into a small oasis - a place to both chill and inspire every day. Just a few small, pretty pots of plants, the space will be full of life, the spirit will be fresh, easier to concentrate and much more balanced. Besides, you can refer to more ideas for setting up a working corner through Epione's suggestions here .
