The 14 Elements of Biophilic Design: Your Guide to Bringing Nature Indoors
Ever wonder why that morning walk through the park feels so restorative? Or why you naturally gravitate toward that café with all the plants and natural light? There’s science behind those feelings—and a design philosophy that can help you bring those same sensations into your everyday spaces. We talk a lot about biophilic design here […]
How to Celebrate National Indoor Plant Week at Work
Every year during the third week of September, we celebrate National Indoor Plant Week — a tradition that began in 2007 to raise awareness of the benefits of greenery in our everyday spaces. From boosting air quality and creativity to reducing stress and noise, indoor plants are a vital part of healthy, inspiring environments. Since […]
How to Add Plants Without Renovating Your Space
Smart, flexible greenery solutions from Oakland Green Interiors Not every space was designed with plants in mind—and that’s okay! Here at OGI, we believe that the most efficient plant plans start with consultation at the beginning of the design process. However, we also know that isn’t always an option. This doesn’t mean you have to […]
Tariff Update: What It Means for Holiday Décor in 2025
As of May 14, U.S.–China tariffs on certain imported goods—including replica plants and holiday décor—have been temporarily reduced from 145% to 30% for the next 90 days. While this rollback offers some short-term relief, the long-term situation remains uncertain, and current rates are still well above historical norms. At Oakland Green Interiors, we want to […]
Winter-Proof Indoor Plants for Columbus Workspaces
Thriving Through Winter: Indoor Plants for Columbus Workspaces As winter begins its long and slow transition to spring, many of us find ourselves longing for sunshine. For those of us in Columbus, Ohio—one of the top 10 cloudiest cities in the United States—this longing can feel like it has no end! With an average of […]
5 Holiday Decorating Tips from the Experts
The holiday season is here in Columbus! Our team has been out and about installing decorations throughout the city for the last six weeks or so, and it’s really looking festive out there! We’ve been busy decorating trees, fluffing the garlands, hanging up the wreaths, and plugging in all of the lights to celebrate this time of year. The focal […]
‘Tis the Season for Holiday Decorating!
by Genevieve Reiner Mills; Columbus Underground Now that we’ve put away the Thanksgiving leftovers, it’s time to think about the holiday season in Columbus. Many of our buildings and institutions are fluffing the garlands, hanging up the wreaths, and lighting the lights to celebrate this festive time of year. Below, we’re highlighting some of our city’s […]