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IN THIS ISSUE

- Healing Garden
- Feng Shui in the Office
- Indoor Lighting
- Green Office

Bringing The Outside In

Our focus this month is on creating a more natural environment for living, healing and working. People seem to feel better, work better and heal more quickly when exposed to elements of nature. Our design team has found several articles of interest that bring the outside in. These articles discuss not only how to grow and maintain beautiful indoor gardens, but also the healthful and healing nature of indoor greenery.

Tish Lewis and the Currier Design Team

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Healing Gardens

“What is a healing garden?” The Virginia Polytech landscape architecture grad answers that question and expounds on the benefits of such restorative gardens in residential and healthcare settings and shares three plans.
Melanie Conant
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Feng Shui in the Office

Using feng shui principles in planning your office organization and ergonomic equipment choices can improve your office efficiency. Eliminating clutter, managing paperwork and files respectfully, and ensuring your staff is given the proper tools and appropriately placed equipment for smooth functioning of the business, saves time, money, and improves the look and feel of a business or a home office.  
Mirtha Jimenez Find Article Here

 

Indoor Garden Lighting

Just because winter is on its way, it doesn’t mean you can’t take the garden inside.  With the right lighting and temperature, you can trick Mother Nature and grow everything from herbs to tropicals in almost any room or space in your home.  Find out how...
Emily Eurick
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Greening the Office Environment

It’s not unusual to see plants and trees in corporate settings.  They add color, texture, and natural beauty to the workplace.  But did you know they are also good for your health?  Indoor plants effectively and efficiently remove various toxins that build and grow as a result of carpets, paints, toner, and other typical, if toxic, workplace items.  Learn more...
Casey Caruso 
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