green decor Archives

No more plastic – InnoGreen develops even more sustainable greenery

25.01.2023

Greenery and sustainability often go hand in hand in our minds, but is that really the case? InnoGreen wants to modernize the green industry and develop even more sustainable green decor solutions that respect both nature and people. First the company launched the domestic Koivu plant pots to provide more ethically and sustainably produced planters. Now InnoGreen gives up the sale of plastic plants and brings stabilized plants to its selection.

The Koivu plant pots combine Finnish design with local craftmanship

17.10.2022

In spring 2022 we launched our new Koivu plant pots to give our clients a more sustainable option for their green design solutions. The Koivu pots are made from Finnish birch plywood at our small factory in Nastola, Finland. Here we tell you a little bit more about the manufacturing process, from design to a beautiful, finished product.

Green designer’s five tips on selecting plant pots

07.07.2022

Choosing the right pot is as important as choosing the right plant. The selection of pots is a stage in the green design process that requires both precision and a good perception of the whole. What does a green designer consider when preparing their proposal for pots for a client? Here are the top five things to consider!

Nature for all senses at Taikatahti kindergarten

07.07.2022

Located in the heart of Helsinki, the Reggio Emilia pedagogical Music Kindergarten Taikatahti is like a small oasis in the middle of the city. Taikatahti is both an architectural and an interior design masterpiece example of how an urban space can be turned into a stimulating, natural and sensory-stimulating experience. Let’s take a closer look at what is so enchanting about Taikatahti!

Sustainable green design – presenting the Koivu plant pot series

07.06.2022

The products in the Koivu pot series are designed and manufactured in Finland from Finnish birch plywood. The Koivu pot is a beautiful, functional, and responsibly produced home for plants. The manufacturing method of the pots is new, and a patent is pending.

Good green design and business space planning enables interaction at the workplace

19.03.2022

Interaction is essential in every workplace, whether it requires being on site or remote connection. By planning the premises carefully and having a customer focus, it is also possible to enable interaction to happen naturally in the workplace. Also, competent green planning can have significant impact on general comfort, employees’ ability to concentrate and productivity.

Nature experience and its impact on us

22.09.2021

We humans already have an intuitive understanding of the importance of nature - especially in Finland, where cities are mainly close to nature. On a global scale, Finland is a sparsely populated area, as many of us appreciate reaching nature directly from our own backyard.

A green decor plan saves money and efforts

10.09.2021

A carelessly implemented green interior can be surprisingly costly if the plants do not thrive in the space, the pots are not waterproof, there are too many or too few plants in relation to the space, or the green interior does not improve the feel of the space as desired. Just as a house is not built without an architect, no high-quality green interior is created without a professional in greenery. If you want a sustainable and sensibly implemented green interior, it is wise to start with a green design plan.

Express your company’s values through greenery

10.08.2021

Green plants and an eye-catching green wall are pleasant to look at and explore. Investing in green interior décor says more about your business than you might have thought. Have you ever considered that…

The offices of the future are transformative, inspiring, and green

02.07.2021

The exceptional year 2020 has led many companies to think about their premises and their importance in a new way. Remote working and working hours spent at home have certainly made employees value common workspaces differently than before. But what are the things highlighted in the offices of the future? Our partner, co-founder of the design agency Scope Design, Eeva Mankinen, enlightened us with her visions about the business premises of the future.

Choosing the right plants for a greenwall really matters

22.10.2019

Real plants or silk plants? Safe and familiar or something rare and surprising? One of InnoGreen’s founders and partner Mikko Sonninen explains how plants are chosen for the green wall to make it showy.

We are continuously developing the modular green wall

17.04.2019

The original modular green wall of ours came to be in the year 2010. The story of our green wall began when one of our founders and partner Mikko Sonninen visioned that everyone should be able to enjoy a rainforest like lushness and greenery every single day. The demo used to introduce the modular green wall won at the Summer of Start Ups competition in 2010. After that Jaakko Pesonen and Oula Harjula teamed up with Mikko to further develop the green wall. With investors, the trio was able to create a product that is both functional and ecological. Behind all the tough work was the deep passion to bring people back closer to nature.

We have preserved over 1 000 000 m2 of tropical forests

14.03.2019

World Land Trust (WLT) is an international nature conservation organization that aims to preserve the most biologically significant and endangered habitats around the world. As a partner of WLT, we have taken part in the preservation of the Colombian Chocó rainforest, the cloud forests in the Andies and the Amazon rainforest in Ecuador.

The mesmerizing trees at Oodi library

04.03.2019

The central library of Helsinki, Oodi has received plenty of international media attention. Beautiful, natural architecture and design make Oodi a remarkable place. When we were included in the making of the green decor at Oodi, we knew that this was something very special.

Comfortable environment increases sales

11.02.2019

People are happy to run errands in a comfortable space, even if it’s just a quick stop. An enjoyable shop, office or restaurant is an important part of the shopping experience. A well-managed space creates positive feelings and meaningful and memorable experiences that factor into creating lasting customer relations.

190 square metres of verdancy – a huge green wall ensemble in kaari shopping centre

11.02.2019

Four new, big green walls were built in Kaari shopping centre in Helsinki, while the shopping centre was renovated. Altogether there are over 7500 plants and almost 190 square metres of greenery.

The Spanish joy of life is blooming at Bar Cón in Kamppi

11.02.2019

We are delighted to have received the chance to create the green decor for Bar Cón in the new Kortteli restaurant area in the Kamppi shopping centre. Bar Cón is a lively and authentic Spanish tapas bar, which “floats” on a raft above the shopping centre.

Plant terrarium – a piece of rainforest

11.02.2019

For plant enthusiasts like us, a pot in the corner of the office simply isn’t enough. We wanted to bring a touch of exoticism and rainforest diversity to the chilly Nordic environment. Thus the plant terrarium was born. It brings a piece of the mystic of the Amazon into every interior in a convenient package.

A nature-inspired space – case Porkkalankatu

11.02.2019

The lobby of an office building in Porkkalankatu, Helsinki, needed a facelift. Hundreds of people pass through the space daily and the slightly drooping plants weren’t exactly improving the busy mood.

Feel the jungle – case HopLop Vantaa

11.02.2019

In HopLop, a sporty indoors playground for families, green decor has to be sustainable, movable and it needs volume. In this long-term partnership we plan the ensemble together - palm trees, ceiling panels and silk plant panels. There can be plenty of greenery, but the plants must not be an obstacle to play. The goal is to create the feeling of a jungle indoors. HopLop Vantaa was renewed this autumn and we also wanted to consider adults and the joy of doing things together in the design.

Employee experience matters

11.02.2019

You must have heard about the customer experience, but are you familiar with the employee experience?

How business premesis affect job satisfaction

11.02.2019

It is easy to forget how many things affect an employee’s productivity and job satisfaction. Wages are an obvious factor, but there are a lot of other things too; for example, the physical working environment and how tidy it is, the temperature changes in the office, and the attitude of the management and other employees.

Management should take an interest in employee job satisfaction

11.02.2019

Job satisfaction is a hot topic of conversation - excessive sitting costs the government millions, and young people aren’t in good shape. Many people feel unwell at work. Fear and anxiety drive companies towards hard budget cuts. The first ones to suffer are employees.

Know this when buying your first green wall

11.02.2019

Eye-catching green walls are built in Finland and elsewhere in Europe in an increasing number of public places and private residences. Green walls surprise and delight people using the space time after time. In small places, it’s possible to enjoy greenery without wasting floor space. But what does one have to take into account before installing a green wall?

Better acoustics naturally – case Helsinki Hall of Culture

11.02.2019

The designing of the big conference rooms in the Helsinki Hall of Culture, designed by Alvar Aalto, was began with a clear need: the big spaces were in need of better acoustics and a new look. Aalto himself was passionate about nature and plants. Moss, which is natural and easy to maintain, was chosen to improve the acoustics.

A unique green tower in the Sello shopping centre

11.02.2019

The Sello shopping centre in Espoo attracts thousands of visitors daily. The shopping centre has turned into more of a meeting place rather than just a concentration of shops. People come to spend time and enjoy themselves with friends and family. This makes the cosiness of both the inside and outside spaces more important than it used to be. We have been cooperating with the Sello shopping centre for a long time. This time around, our mutual goal was to create a unique eye-catcher.

Five creative ways to use a green wall

11.02.2019

A green wall looks stunning, and studies show that a green wall makes a space more comfortable. Green decoration can also be used as a functional part of the space in different ways. We have gathered five creative and functional ways to use a green wall below.

A green work environment supports well-being and work

04.12.2018

Plants have been shown to have enormous physiological and psychological benefits. Green plants, among other things, increase our work efficiency and alertness. They also soothe the mind, make us more relaxed and feel more comfortable. In addition, contact with nature helps us recover from stress and lowers our blood pressure. Green decors have a positive impact on our well-being and work.

Shopping center Kaari – one year green wall anniversary

06.06.2018

A year ago shopping center Kaari requested something new and different. We provided four large green walls to Kaari to bring greenery and atmosphere to the shopping centre. The green walls have delighted both customers and employees.

The positive effects of green decor can even be seen in the company’s profit

31.01.2018

Plants increase our work efficiency and our attentiveness, calm our minds, and make us relax and feel more comfortable. Plants provide us with nature’s own medicine to support our wellbeing now and in the long term.

Category: green decor

No more plastic – InnoGreen develops even more sustainable greenery

The Koivu plant pots combine Finnish design with local craftmanship

Green designer’s five tips on selecting plant pots

Nature for all senses at Taikatahti kindergarten

Sustainable green design – presenting the Koivu plant pot series

Good green design and business space planning enables interaction at the workplace

Nature experience and its impact on us

A green decor plan saves money and efforts

Express your company’s values through greenery

The offices of the future are transformative, inspiring, and green

Choosing the right plants for a greenwall really matters

We are continuously developing the modular green wall

We have preserved over 1 000 000 m2 of tropical forests

The mesmerizing trees at Oodi library

Comfortable environment increases sales

190 square metres of verdancy – a huge green wall ensemble in kaari shopping centre

The Spanish joy of life is blooming at Bar Cón in Kamppi

Plant terrarium – a piece of rainforest

A nature-inspired space – case Porkkalankatu

Feel the jungle – case HopLop Vantaa

Employee experience matters

How business premesis affect job satisfaction

Management should take an interest in employee job satisfaction

Know this when buying your first green wall

Better acoustics naturally – case Helsinki Hall of Culture

A unique green tower in the Sello shopping centre

Five creative ways to use a green wall

A green work environment supports well-being and work

Shopping center Kaari – one year green wall anniversary

The positive effects of green decor can even be seen in the company’s profit