An office or workplace is primed for uninterrupted business
success if time, talent and creativity were invested in its design.
It’s a no-brainer, confirmed by one research after
another. When an office setup looks
cramped and disorganised, company business will proceed more or less the same
way. When a workplace design does not please the senses, expect low morale not
only among employees but also managers. In
effect, it makes sound business sense to give office design as much attention
as your financial statements when embarking on a program to grow or expand the
bottom line of your company.
Work becomes less backbreaking if an office space took into
account the basics of ergonomics in its overall design. Ergonomics considers the physical and mental
capabilities of the worker and how he/she interacts with tools, equipment, work
methods, tasks and the working environment.
How we function indeed depends on the design of our work environment,
which determines the levels of employee productivity and motivation. Bad office design doesn’t just impact
productivity but can also spoil your mood.
The wonder of it all is that it takes little effort and
expense to have a good office design. In
fact, just a few tweaks in your work environment can boost both productivity
and morale. All you need are office
design ideas focused on creating a functional work space and then on creating a
pleasant and comfortable environment.
Take an advice from Unispace, the leading global design company on
commercial workplaces.
According to Unispace, office spaces need to promote and
optimize productivity. The whole purpose of an office is to utilize it to
complete work-related tasks. Create a
space where completing these tasks becomes simple and comfortable. Design the majority of your office space
around functionality and then add your own personal touches and style for
aesthetic purposes.
Since a functional office is your main goal, start with
searching for a desk. Check out desk designs online or in the flyers of local
stores that carry office furniture. Know
the measurements of your office and keep them in mind when shopping for a desk.
Purchase a desk that will fit easily in your space and still give you room for
a desk chair and for walking around. Choose a desk that has enough storage
space to be functional and to make working easier. Having to repeatedly get up
to retrieve items while working can be frustrating and distracting. Having a
desk with enough storage space to keep all of your necessary items will help
you complete your task quicker. If an additional filing cabinet is needed keep
it close to your work area. Filing cabinets today come in black and wood finish
instead of just the flat metal finish. These finishes help the filing cabinet
to blend better into the room.
While a carpet is nice underfoot, it is not always practical
in an office setting. Many desk chairs
have wheels for ease of movement. They do not work well on carpet. If your office is a high-raffic area, carpet
may also be difficult to be kept looking clean and fresh. Hardwood is often a
better choice of flooring for an office. Add an area rug for style, colour or
warmth. Wall colour choices are limitless. If your office is small or if there is
little lighting in your office, ge a lighter or neutral wall colour. Larger and
well-lit offices can look rich and warm with deeply coloured walls. If your office space does not have a lot of
natural light be sure to install adequate lighting to avoid eye strain.
When it comes to adding your personal style to your office,
your choices will depend on your tastes. Pictures are the easiest way to
personalise your office. Hang them on
the walls or place a few on your desk. Frame your diplomas and degrees in
rich-looking frames and hang them where they can be seen. They will remind you
of all the hard work and dedication it took to get you where you are and will
show clients the same thing. If you have
neutral coloured walls, choose bright and colourful pictures such as landscapes
or abstracts. If your wall colour is rich and deep, opt for black and white
pictures for contrast.
Office design ideas are personal since they need to be
tailored to meet your specific needs. Create the most functional space possible
and then personalize the space with pictures and plants. Keep the office
functional to promote productivity. Keep clutter and distractions to a minimum.
For more office design ideas, visit Unispace at any of its
locations in 11 countries. Unispace is
happy to give you the benefit of its 30 years experience in the field of office
design. Its clients include major
banking and financial institutions, leaders in telecommunications and
information technology, prominent pharmaceutical companies and mass merchants.
Consistent and effective client relationship management
begins with the building of trust and confidence and continues with
transparency, good communication and straight-forward dealings throughout every
project. Once a client alliance has been
formed, Unispace follows through with a structured and dedicated system of care
which includes an appropriate “after-care” program to ensure complete client
satisfaction leading a long-lasting relationship.
For more information, please visit: http://www.unispace.com/.
