Are you familiar with the concept of Green Desking? This new approach to the world of work has recently emerged in America. Its aim is to enjoy nature during professional hours. So, what is it? What are the advantages of this new way of working? How can you properly set up your green workspace?
Green Desking: what is it?
Translated from English, the phrase Green Desking means “green office”. It refers to an emerging concept that invites employees to leave the monotony of their partitioned offices to carry out their work in an open space. It may very well be a green zone within the company, a park or even a public garden. This concept also encourages the installation of several indoor plants to provide employees with a feeling of well-being. Being surrounded by greenery, they will be more peaceful and therefore more productive.
In addition, you should know that this new approach is not just reserved for employees working on site. It can also be adopted in the context of teleworking. So, if the weather is nice, don't hesitate to move your office into your garden or even on the terrace. In case you live in an apartment and don't have enough space, you can put a few pots on your desk or even on the edge of the window. This way, you get all the benefits from these plants when you are working.
After great success across the Atlantic, this original method is gradually adopted in France. Furthermore, this trend is encouraged by the installation of a wifi network powerful in many public spaces as well as the presence ofmodern computer equipment such as laptops, tablets or even smartphones. From now on, nomadic workers can settle in the beneficial comfort of a natural space and continue to carry out their missions in complete peace of mind.
Green Desking: Multiple benefits
Following a statistical study which included nearly 7,600 employees in 16 countries, the workspace has a direct influence on employee morale. This study from 2015 proved that people who worked in a space without windows were more prone to stress.
Likewise, the choice of decoration colors is also very important. It has been shown that spaces where shades that recall the elements of nature dominate, namely green, brown or blue, provided more calming and a pleasant feeling of tranquility.
In return, the monotonous colors would produce the opposite effect. An employee who spends 8 hours a day in a space dominated by gray would be more in state of agitation. Thus, Green Desking, which encourages outdoor work, is particularly pleasant for people who work remotely given the flexibility of their schedule. It should be noted that fulfilling your missions in an uncompartmentalized space gives you a beneficial feeling of freedom.
Having access to fresh air is essential for not only reduce your stress level but also to be more invested in your work and surpass yourself. These elements have a positive influence on your sense of creativity and allow you to be more inspired.
It is also a opportunity to create new connections through spontaneous encounters. This allows you to expand your professional network and get to know other members of the same company. Indeed, nature and oxygen revive the ability to exchange and communicate.
This means of escape par excellence will free you from routine and allow you to consult your files, program your site infrastructure or even give your online course under the rays of the sun, lulled by the gentle song of the birds. At the end of the day, you will enjoy a peaceful sleep since you spent your day in a setting conducive to relaxing your mind.
Setting up your office in the countryside
Creating a natural plant space is easy. You must select an area that would be far from any source of disturbance. Therefore, avoid setting up green desks next to the parking lot or near the smoking area. Remember that the primary objective is to favor calm. Also, abandon classic desks and replace them with outdoor tables and comfortable armchairs.
It is also necessary to count on the installation of a good connection without which the flow of work would be interrupted. For greater comfort, it would be very appreciated to install a small buffet with cold drinks during hot days. During the summer, when the sun is at its zenith, you will also have to think about parasols to avoid sunburn.
As a teleworker, greening your indoor workspace does not require a significant budget. This is a minor investment that has many benefits. You just need to follow a few basic rules. A few small shrubs or flower pots will be a very nice addition to your interior. Don't forget to water them!