Employees working in cubicles of open-plan offices in Indonesia were studied in regard to their perception on the ability of indoor greenery to reduce noise levels. Sansevieria trifasciata and Scindapsus sp were used. Each was placed in the cubicle and noise levels were measured without plants, with Sansevieria, and with Scindapsus in place. The meters showed very insignificant difference. However, responses to surveys indicated a perception of lower noise in the presence of greenery. This seemed to be supported by prior knowledge and preconception and may be useful in creating a "quieter" indoor environment.
Petra Christian University, Department of Architecture, Jalan Siwalankerto 121-131, Surabaya 60236, Indonesia; Atma Jaya Yogyakarta University, Department of Architecture, Jalan Babarsari 44, Yogyakarta 55281, Indonesia
Recommended Citation:
Mediastika C.E.,Binarti F.. Reducing indoor noise levels using people's perception on greenery[J]. Environmental and Climate Technologies,2013-01-01,11(1)