Many people work in an office every day, but often, a commercial property is hard to set up for productivity. Whether you’re the boss or you just work in an office, there are some ways to arrange and furnish the workspace to maximise productivity and help everyone get their to-do list finished each day.
Quiet Spaces
If your office is a big open space set up with cubicles, it’s important to provide some quiet spaces for employees who need to focus on a specific task or who need a dedicated pace to finish up work for a deadline or to work on something that requires maximum concentration. A hectic office can get in the way of productivity so making sure people can find a calm space when they need it is very important. These spaces are also ideal for an employee who needs a quick break, which can help get them back to their desk refreshed and ready to be productive.
Natural Light
A dark and dreary environment interferes with mood and when employees are feeling down in the dumps because their office isn’t light and energising, they won’t get as much done. That’s why making sure there is natural light, through windows or skylights, is important for boosting mood and making workers happier so they are more motivated to get things done. If there isn’t a lot of natural light, consider choosing lighting that mimics it to help get a similar effect.
Better Technology
It’s very frustrating when the technology in your workspace is outdated or slow. This can really affect how productive your employees are. Furnish your office with new technology and it will run faster and workers will get more done. You want the newest and most on-trend technology you can afford.
Less Rigid Layout
Research shows that curved edges help people feel more relaxed, which in turn makes them happier and more productive. That’s why it’s a good idea to incorporate curved edges into your office design instead of making everything sharp angles and corners. Curved edges where workers walk is especially important so think about desks that aren’t perfectly square or flooring that has a nice curved flow to it.
Colour and Artwork
Colour plays a big role in mood so it’s definitely something to consider in an office setting. Red and black are associated with power and dominance, blue evokes calm feelings and yellow and orange are sunny and help people feel happier. When you choose furniture, wall art and accessories for your commercial property, keep this in mind so that each space helps your employees feel productive on a day to day basis.
Going to work shouldn’t have to be dreary and mind-numbing. By creating a flowing, relaxing setting, your employees are better able to be productive and won’t suffer from mood problems or issues with technology that slow them down.