When I hit a wall at work, I look at art
At Saxo Bank's headquarters in Hellerup, employees are surrounded by an impressive art collection, which also serves to attract new employees. Art is actually very beneficial in the workplace – it may even improve the bottom line, according to Tanya Lindkvist who is the director of Art at Work, and who will give a presentation at Finansforbundet's Networking Event 2025.
Art as a management tool
At the non-profit association Art at Work, the director, Tanya Lindkvist, knows that art has a far greater impact in the workplace than many realise.
"Art is not just decoration. It's a management tool which, among many other things, sparks conversations between colleagues."
An expert in regenerative leadership and cyclical work design, the director will share her insights at Finansforbundet's Networking Event on 14 May at Arken Museum of Contemporary Art.
At this event, she will also explain how the bottom line may be affected by the artwork a company allows its employees to enjoy every day. Some of the reasons being that art inspires, fosters unity and instills a sense of pride in the workplace.
More than fruit
"In a time of record-breaking employment rates, it's not enough to offer free fruit at work." Companies recognise this and are increasingly focused on fostering well-being and coexistence in the future labour market, including through art.
In Tanya Lindkvist's experience, companies across sectors are highly responsive to the significance of art and show strong interest in Art at Work, which circulates more than 3,000 pieces of art at up to 400 annual exhibitions in workplaces across the country.
"Our customers range from very large organisations, which borrow more than 100 pieces of art, to small start-ups with just four or five pieces." We are noticing the many changes in the labour market these years, which also bring increasing attention to the role of art at work."