Unused office areas – from empty corners to redundant desks – can easily become “dead space”, adding little to the workplace experience. But as companies rethink how their offices are used in the age of hybrid working, these overlooked areas present an opportunity.

As we mark Mental Health Awareness Week, 11-17 May 2026, it's a timely opportunity to reflect on the small but powerful ways we can support our mental wellbeing — both at work and in our daily lives. One of the simplest yet most impactful tools? Plants.