As the year winds down and the pre-holiday season approaches, inboxes overflow, deadlines stack up, and office energy can start to feel tense. Finding calm might seem impossible - yet with indoor greenery subscriptions and thoughtfully designed quiet pods, tranquility can be built directly into your workplace. Through thoughtful design, Plantclub and mute-Labs have been helping offices find their calm and breathe easier for years.

Close up on foliage in from of a phone booth — Modern workspaces combine quiet phone booths and indoor foliage.

Over the past few years, employee needs have evolved dramatically, with a growing focus on mental health, flexibility, and a genuine sense of wellbeing at work. The modern office now plays a key role in delivering that experience-offering employees both calm and connection in equal measure.

This month, we explore how Plantclub’s curated greenery and mute-Labs’ sound-insulated quiet pods work together to promote stress-free office design, support employee wellbeing, and ease workplace pressure as the festive season draws near.

Even small changes can have a big impact. A few strategically placed plants can soften harsh office corners, improve air quality, and create a visual sense of calm. Pairing this with a quiet, private booth gives employees a place to focus, recharge, or take calls without distraction. Together, these elements transform even the most fast-paced workplaces into environments that feel balanced, welcoming, and ready to take on the end-of-year rush.

Two phone booths in a very green office with many plants — Bring calm and greenery to your workspace with expert plant care.

A Conversation on Calm Workspaces with mute-labs & Plantclub

We invited Asude from mute-labs to talk with our managing director Isabella Scott about how plants and quiet spaces - including modern phone booths for focused work - help people breathe easier, focus better, and feel truly cared for as the year draws to a close.

1. What does “calm” mean in your work?

Isabella: : For us, Calm starts with a connection to nature. Plants remind us of slower rhythms - they grow, breathe, and anchor a space. We curate greenery that feels alive yet effortless, so calm becomes part of the room’s pulse. Our full-service plant care lets members simply enjoy the plants - while we take care of everything behind the scenes.

Asude: For us, calm is about having control - over your focus and flow. It’s not silence for the sake of silence, but space for better work. Our booths create that balance - a place where distractions pause and ideas breathe. Calm doesn’t mean doing less; it means working with intention.

2. What feedback have you received from offices after installing your solutions?

Isabella: One of the main things we hear is how much employees notice the shift in energy. In offices with living greenery, people say they feel calmer and more focused, even during the busiest times. A simple plant arrangement can signal that it’s okay to pause and take a breath. When a workspace feels alive and well cared for, employees feel the same - cared for, considered, and more connected to their environment. If the plants are happy, the people are too.

Asude: The feedback we hear most often is how quickly the atmosphere changes once our booths are installed. Teams immediately notice a drop in noise and an increase in focus - open-plan chaos turns into calm. All booths quickly get fully booked, giving employees a private spot to think, take calls, or concentrate without interruptions. Managers report that offices feel more balanced, productive, and supportive of wellbeing. It’s not just about sound-insulation - it’s about creating spaces where people can truly work and recharge.

An employee on a call in a phone booth next to tropical plants — Find your calm in this modern office quiet space with lush plants.

3. How do you make calm effortless?

Isabella: We call it curated care. We select, deliver, and maintain plants - no one has to remember to water or rotate. Calm shouldn’t become another to-do.

Asude: We believe calm should never become another task on your to-do list. That’s why our booths are designed for ease - quick to assemble, quietly ventilated, and low-maintenance. You step in, close the door, and everything else fades. Effortless calm is part of our design DNA.

4. How do design and material choices influence wellbeing?

Isabella: At Plantclub, we believe design and materials should reflect how you want people to feel in a space. Each installation is created in collaboration with our clients and design partners, shaped by the architecture, culture, and atmosphere of every office. Natural textures and living greenery bring a sense of balance that can be seen and felt.

Asude: At mute-labs, design and materials are carefully chosen to support wellbeing at every level. Warm wood tones and acoustic felt create a tactile, calming environment that is sound-insulated yet welcoming. Soft, adjustable lighting reduces eye strain and enhances comfort, while ergonomic seating and thoughtful interior proportions encourage focus and relaxation. Together, these elements transform a simple booth into a private sanctuary.

5. How do plants and quiet spaces work together?

Isabella: Plants soften edges - visual and emotional ones. When you add greenery around a quiet pod, it stops feeling like a “box” and starts feeling like a retreat.

Asude: We’ve seen it time and again: a quiet booth tucked among plants becomes everyone’s little happy place at work. The greenery makes the space feel alive and cozy, while the booth offers a calm spot to think, call, or just breathe. Together, they turn a busy office corner into a tiny oasis where people can reset and smile.

Green + Quiet: Designing Workspaces That Actually Care

Plantclub and mute-labs make it simple to design calm, caring workplaces - from lush greenery to acoustic phone booths that encourage focus and comfort. By pairing office plant rentals with quiet, private spaces, companies can reduce stress, boost productivity, and show genuine care for their teams - all without adding extra work.

With Plantclub’s curated care model, every plant is delivered, maintained, and refreshed to keep work-spaces vibrant year-round. The combination of natural textures, sustainable materials, and biophilic design transforms even the busiest offices into places that support wellbeing and creativity.

In an era where employees seek balance, purpose, and environments that support both focus and mental health, creating offices that reflect those values isn’t just a design choice - it’s a people strategy. Offices that invest in wellbeing are also investing in retention, engagement, and future-ready culture.

Take the first step today: transform your office into a stress-free, green, and calm environment with Plantclub and mute-labs’ acoustic booths.

two employees having a meeting in phone booths with tropical plants around — Quiet focus in a green oasis.

👉 Curious how a calmer, greener workspace could look for your team?
Visit plantclub.io to explore our office plant rentals and see how effortless it is to bring focus, comfort, and creativity into your office.

Plantclub.io creates green workplaces that grow with you. We transform offices with flexible plant rentals, tailored design, and expert care. We also offer perks like workshops and events to help your team reconnect with nature. Let’s grow something together. Book a time to chat with us today.

How to Create a Calm Office with Plants and Quiet Spaces for Employee Wellbeing