Greenery and the Guest Experience

Plants are incredible natural problem solvers for restaurants, Jenny Yi, founder and creative behind Chloe + Mint, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. 

“Broad-leafed plants can help break up drafts or soften airflow near entryways. Dense, layered greenery can absorb sound and reduce echo,which is especially valuable in open dining rooms. Beyond that, plants improve air quality and create a sense of calm – both of which directly enhance how guests feel in a space.”

Having spent nearly a decade as a florist and event designer, Yi was drawn to the subtle power of plants and their ability to create something living, layered, and emotionally resonant.

“I always felt most inspired by the way plants transform a space – they bring life, movement, and a natural grounding energy that flowers alone couldn’t sustain.”

Plants should never feel like an afterthought; they should feel integrated, almost inevitable.

The name “Chloe + Mint” itself tells a story, Yi…