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To decrease stress and increase general health of a workplace, encourage contact with nature through daily walks or a natural setting around the workplace

Largo-Wight, E et al Public Health Reports (1974-), Vol. 126, May/June 2011, pp. 124–130

To increase psychological wellbeing of employees, provide windows with views of treescapes and natural areas

Kaplan, R Landscape and Urban Planning, 26(1-4), October 1993, Pages 193-201

To enhance workplace productivity, optimize window views outside by adding treescapes; supplement with indoor plants

Chang, CY, Chen, PK HortScience, 40(5), Aug. 2005, pp. 1354-1359

To decrease the number of employee sick days, provide natural light exposure, outdoor access, and green views

Elzeyadi, I.M.K. Greenbuilding Council 2011 Proceedings, USGBC Press.