Funky Yukka

Interior landscaping and biophilic design for offices in London and the Midlands

Funky Yukka is a British company dedicated to interior landscaping and biophilic design, operating since 1984. It trades under the name Foster's Foliage by Design Ltd. and has offices in London and Stafford (Midlands). Its approach focuses on transforming workspaces by incorporating greenery, with the stated aim of improving employee wellbeing and the perception of offices.

The company presents itself as a specialist in reducing workplace stress through evidence-based biophilic design, and cites a 37% decrease in employee stress attributed to this type of intervention. Over four decades it has evolved from an initial offering of plants and basic maintenance to a broad catalogue of interior landscaping services.

Design, installation and maintenance services

The core of the business is biophilic design, which ranges from consultancy and design to installation and subsequent maintenance. The company offers a design and revamp service, as well as installation and delivery of greenery. The described work process includes a physical or virtual office visit, preparation of a design and quote by the team, installation after client approval, and a maintenance plan with a guarantee of plant replacement if necessary.

Services available include interior and exterior landscaping, office planting packages, planted furniture, green and moss walls, barriers and screening, freestanding walls, wall-mounted systems and reception area displays. Artificial plants and sustainable products are also offered, as well as seasonal winter and Christmas solutions. The company also provides a second fix build service and an ongoing maintenance programme.

Wellbeing and health in the workplace

In addition to planting design, Funky Yukka offers solutions aimed at employee wellbeing, such as health checks, the LifeVac device, therapeutic indoor gardens and workplace wellbeing programmes. The company links these services to the benefits of plants for productivity, creativity and job satisfaction.

Clients and project types

The company works with shared offices, fit-out companies, office refurbishments, design and build studios and facilities managers. Recent projects it mentions include installations for Canva, Evaluate, King, MAP, a global specialty insurer, a London office, NHBC and UNIC, as well as a hospitality transformation and exterior projects such as Code Weavers Outdoor Troughs and EU Automation.

History and environmental commitment

The company's history dates back to 1984, when it began by offering a selection of plants and basic maintenance services. Between 1990 and 1995 the business moved into interior and exterior landscaping under the Foster Interior and Exterior Landscaping Services brand. Between 1995 and 2000 it became Fosters Foliage by Design and opened new areas in northwest England and Sheffield. Between 2005 and 2010 it evolved into Fosters Breathing Space, expanding its interior design offering. In 2015 the Funky Yukka brand strengthened its catalogue and customer base, and in the 2020-2025 period the company reports expansion.

The company states that its technicians have carried out more than two million plant maintenance services throughout its history. It also maintains a commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2035 and integrates sustainability criteria into its products and practices.

Locations and premises

London office: 86-90 Paul Street, EC2A 4NE

Midlands office: Mitton Road, Stafford, ST18 9EA