Working from home has been around even before the pandemic, although it was a privilege only offered to a few. But nowadays, working remotely is the norm and will likely stay even after the pandemic ceases.

With everyone staying at home, many have learned to tailor their space to suit their work-from-home needs. For example, people living in smaller spaces, such as condos and apartments, learned to turn spare rooms into home offices; others made the most of their limited spaces by choosing modular and adjustable furniture.

The work-from-home scheme also spurred the rental market of the Philippines to offer attractive options for companies searching for suitable staff housing or on-site residences. According to Lamudi’s August trend report, rental properties may showcase features that promote productivity and creativity to get interest from renters. Work-from-home essentials, such as high-speed internet and travel requirements assistance, may pivot the interest for the rental market.

Technological advancements and modern furniture pieces aren’t the only things that may make your work-from-home experience more comfortable and productive. Adding natural elements, such as plants, helps boost creativity, energy, and the capacity to work.

Here are five plants you should put in your home office setup. These greens may have properties that cleanse the air, bring in more light, and repel bugs.

Pothos

Also called Devil’s Ivy, pothos plants are creeper plants with heart-shaped leaves and long stems, They can be hung or placed on your unit’s corners. The best part of raising pothos plants is that they are easy to take care of and excellent in purifying indoor air.

Pothos plants help filter out harmful chemicals, such as formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene, from the air. Position them on a corner near your desk or hang them close to where you work. Having clean, fresh air will help you breathe better while staying at home.

Air Plants

If your home doesn’t have space for planting greens on soil, air plants are excellent alternatives. They thrive without soil and can survive with minimal water. Most air plants come in globe-shaped containers that help them absorb light better. Their succulent-like leaves and flowers also make them store water longer, making them easy to take care of for beginner plant parents.

Air plants provide refreshing appeal to any space. For example, some apartments for rent in Cubao have large, wide windows where occupants may place their air plants. They’ll have a revitalizing and aesthetically pleasing view that makes their workspace more refreshing.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a magical plant as it is a key ingredient in many skincare products. Besides treating bumps, wounds, swelling, and burns, aloe vera is another beginner-friendly plant people can put on their work desks and windowsills.

Keeping aloe vera plants in your home also gives you a sustainable source of a natural moisturizer and gel for making healthy drinks and treating injuries. With these trusty plants by your side, you’ll enjoy a refreshing sight and healthy skin.

Bonsai

Bring in the zen and beauty of Japanese rock gardens by placing bonsai on your workstation. They may be shortened trees, but they offer artful pieces that promote balance and well-being. The tedious and mindful process of creating bonsai fosters an environment that may help you contemplate your existence and purpose in the current world. Having a plant to remind you of your complexity and intelligence as a human may help you stay inspired and creative.

Ferns

Want to regulate the humidity in your home? Place some ferns in moisture-prone areas, such as your kitchen and bathroom. If you work close to a window, put or hang a potted fern in your work area. The large, long leaves of the ferns will trap excess humidity that may cause molds, mildew, and pests to multiply in your home. You’ll also keep your devices and important work items dry and safe.

House plants, fast internet, and a clean, sanitized home are essentials that promote a healthy work-from-home environment. Place these potted plants in your work area and other rooms in your condo or apartment to establish a safe, serene, and refreshing setting for your wellness.

Published: 2021-10-26 20:41:43