Uncovering the secrets of a productive environment, A journey through the impact of plants and colour

This PhD concerns the relationship between the physical environment and knowledge productivity. To create an optimal environment it is important to study the needs of knowledge workers in connection to the characteristics of the physical environment. Two components of the physical environment have been analysed: plants and colour. The effects of...

The influence of plants on productivity: A critical assessment of research findings and test methods

Purpose<br/>This paper aims to review available research into the impact of plants on people and labour productivity in order to test a number of hypotheses and the reliability and validity of “evidence based” statements.<br/>Methodology<br/>An extended literature review has been conducted of research concerning the potential impacts of plants...