A meeting room is a space with a slightly tense atmosphere.
It can be used for important presentations, meetings with clients, and even as a venue for internal discussions where opinions clash. Even if the space is functional and well-organized, it's easy to feel tense and "on guard" in such a place.
What if there was art in that conference room that would make you unconsciously smile?
Your gaze naturally turns towards it, and the tension suddenly loosens. Having those "relaxing" moments can soften the atmosphere and make the pace of conversation lighter.
Add a touch of "playfulness" to your stylish space.
Many modern offices feature sophisticated interiors, and conference rooms are often designed with a simple and modern aesthetic. It is in such spaces that art truly shines.
For example, in a conference room that tends to become sterile, add a humorous animal art piece that brings a smile to your face. Or, create a visual "break" with a quiet landscape or soft abstract painting. These kinds of touches can help you switch gears in your thinking or promote pleasant communication.
Choose the role of art according to your purpose.
Even when it comes to art with animals as a motif, the impression varies greatly.
Works with humorous expressions or poses can ease tension and create a relaxed atmosphere in meetings.
Furthermore, by changing the style of art displayed depending on the department or the purpose of the meeting, it is possible to create a more effective space design.
- For sales departments, art featuring animals and landscapes that convey movement and a sense of openness is recommended. This can foster lively discussions and positive proposals.
- For the creative department, something that stimulates free thinking, such as colorful abstract paintings or fantastical compositions, would be perfect.
- For accounting and administrative departments, art that promotes calmness and concentration, such as lush natural landscapes or serene still lifes, is suitable.
In this way, art functions not only as decoration, but also as a "tool" that affects the relationship between space and people.
"Aesthetic environment" that affects productivity and comfort.
Several studies have shown that "aesthetic spaces," including art, have a positive impact on work.
For example, a study by Dr. Craig Knight and others at the University of Exeter in the UK (2010) showed that the productivity of people working in office spaces incorporating plants and art was up to 32% higher compared to "sterile, unadorned spaces" with no decorations whatsoever※1.
This study concludes that people can concentrate better and work more comfortably in spaces that are arranged according to their own values and preferences.
The Relationship Between Creativity and Art
Furthermore, a study published in the Journal of Business Research (2020) reported that visual stimuli—especially abstract art or paintings with nature motifs—promote creative thinking during meetings※2.
It is said that having pleasant art in your field of vision can make your thinking more flexible and make it easier to come up with new ideas and solutions.
Furthermore, in a survey of over 800 people conducted overseas (Reference 3), 78% of respondents said that having art in the office "reduced stress," and 64% said that it "increased creativity."
"A space with room to spare" is what moves people.
Add a touch of softness and humor to an otherwise sterile and tense meeting room with art.
Just by doing that, the atmosphere of the space changes. Smiles appear in conversations, silences are eased, and sometimes it may even trigger new ideas.
Displaying art in a space isn't just about decoration; it's about creating a "system" that harmonizes the rhythm of the mind. By incorporating art selection tailored to the department and purpose, you can transform the meeting space into a more free and positive environment.
Source:
*1 [University of Exeter, 2010 News Release](https://news-archive.exeter.ac.uk/featurednews/title_98638_en.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com )
[ScienceDaily article]( https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/09/100907104035.htm?utm_source=chatgpt.com ) — Research on productivity and spatial design by Dr. Craig Knight and others.
*2 [The Art of Inspiring Creativity, Journal of Business Research, 2020]( https://www.researchgate.net/publication/371874578_The_Art_of_Inspiring_Creativity_Exploring_the_Unique_Impact_of_AI-_generated_Images?utm_source=chatgpt.com ) — Analyzes the impact of abstract art on creativity.
*3 [Max Estates – Artwork and Productivity in Workspaces]( https://maxestates.in/beyond-aesthetics-the-relationship-between-artwork-productivity-at-workspaces?utm_source=chatgpt.com ) — Research findings on the psychological effects of art in the workplace.
