Redefining interior spaces post-covid: ergonomic design principles for plant integration

Abstract

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the significance of interior spaces has been redefined, emphasizing comfort and well-being more than ever. This review explores the integration of plants within these spaces, drawing from ergonomic design principles. As the pandemic highlighted the importance of mental and physical health, plants have emerged as aesthetic assets and functional contributors to our living spaces. This review examines the role of plants in enhancing mental well-being, the ergonomics of plant-focused design, their contribution to indoor air quality, and their alignment with post-pandemic design trends. The insights provided herein guide the reimagining of interior spaces for a post-pandemic era