The goal of modern office design is to create a safe and functional working environment that offers a welcoming and comfortable space for both staff and visitors. When remodeling an office layout or designing a new office floor plan, the primary goal should focus on increasing employee productivity and customer satisfaction. Here are some key office design ideas to consider making a part of the plans for these projects.
Open Spaces & High Ceilings
High ceilings give open spaces an airier feeling and offer better ventilation options that can improve air quality in the building. Poor air flow can result in less productive staff and affect guests with respiratory issues. Good ventilation has been proven to:
- Reduce Sick Building Syndrome
- Reduce Infectious Disease Transmission
- Curb Absenteeism
- Improve Overall Health of Occupants
Create Glass Office Fronts
Companies that are set up for eliminating perimeter offices and prefer interior offices should strive to keep office fronts as open as possible. This allows more natural lighting and views to be available, which can reduce stress levels. Privacy concerns can be resolved with modern window coverings like screens and tinted films.
Trends for Interior Private Offices
While there’s been a decrease in private offices recently, moving them away from the perimeter can still invoke modernism. This concept allows any natural light to be visible in offices or cubicles in the center of the floor plan. Regardless of the layout, be sure to talk with designers about the benefits of ergonomic furniture to further boost office morale.
Reconsider Conference Space Needs
Staff’s needs for private phone calls, huddle meetings and larger conference rooms must be thought about. Most meetings involve only two to four people.
Those having one-on-one contact often prefer a private ‘safe zone’ so they can focus on the topic at hand. Create rooms for these calls as well as at least one area for larger meetings to meet these needs.
Another way to keep employees in the building and ready to be productive is to establish rooms for them to do so. These installations in your office plan may include rooms where they can take breaks, do work behind the scenes, collaborate or relax in their free time. Some ideas include:
- Meditation Rooms
- Yoga Rooms
- Game Rooms
- Gym & Fitness Centers
When in development, make sure to create group seating and cozy spaces for those just looking for a respite from the office space.
Create Welcoming Reception Areas
Getting out of the staff realm and into customer satisfaction, let’s discuss the best way to set the tone for their experience. First impressions are the make or break for many potential clients, and current ones you want to keep on your side. Today’s office reception areas are inviting for guests and members of the company’s team. Reception areas should evoke the sense of being a hospitable and friendly place.
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