The company cafeteria may not seem like such an important space, it is and always will be the center of a company or organization. A place where colleagues come together and create bonds. A place where they can unwind and recharge for a while.
Therefore, the design of the dining area is actually of extreme importance: in fact, a nice and cozy canteen has an enormous number of positive effects on the staff and, therefore, on the company or organization itself. It increases the mood and therefore the mental well-being of your employees, it has a positive effect on the productivity and vitality of the employees and the concentration of the staff increases significantly. So plenty of reasons to make it a cool break spot! But how do you start decorating your canteen? Here are a few tips.
Buy good chairs
A poorly seated chair can already have a negative effect on the quality of employees’ breaks. So at least make sure you have comfortable chairs! In fact, a good canteen chair should provide firm seating comfort.
Good lighting
Go for ambient lighting or try to let in lots of natural light. No one likes to lunch under those typical, unsociable fluorescent lights. The atmosphere of a room is already largely determined by soft, natural light. Even the choice of lamps can do a lot. Go for stylish, creative bulbs to spice up the space a bit or choose so-called smart lighting like the Philips hue type for a slightly more dynamic option.
Provide relaxation
The cafeteria or dining area is primarily there to unwind and relax. Therefore, when decorating the space, fun entertainment such as a foosball table or a Playstation can be provided.
The dining area should really deviate from the work space and thus become a place where colleagues can laugh for a while, have fun and then fly right back into it. It may even have something homely, something where employees can feel completely at home.
Plants as an essential element
Want to add some life to the canteen? Then plants are the ideal way. Plants not only create a lively and cozy atmosphere, they also have a positive effect on the mood and vitality of staff.
According to several studies, plants even increase concentration and productivity, reduce stress and, in the long run, reduce sickness. So only positive! Exactly what kind of plants should you put in your canteen? From small mini-cacti to large houseplants: anything goes. It is best to choose plants that do not require extreme care and do not need a lot of light or heat.
Plants for the company cafeteria?
Green walls
Something that is being done more and more often are plant walls or “green walls,” also called “the vertical garden. They are a beautiful eye-catcher and even provide acoustic damping. In addition, such a wall is also very easy to maintain or you don’t even have to do anything to it at all.
Any Green brings green into your business
Would you like help picking out the best and most beautiful plants or plant wall for your company cafeteria? Any Green will work with you to find the best way to brighten up your dining area! With us you can buy or rent plants and you don’t have to worry about maintenance: Any Green keeps the plants healthy and alive! Do you prefer artificial plants that require no care at all? Everything is negotiable.
Would you like to sit down and discuss the possibilities? Then contact us for free advice or a customized quote.
