Office Overturning | 6 Tips For Bringing Your Workplace Back From Banality

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Close your eyes and picture this – it’s a warm summer afternoon, and you are sitting in a stunningly stylish office suite surrounded by contemporary yet luxurious leather furniture, a few objet d’art, and a carefully placed, understated gallery of artwork on the walls. Down in the reception area, your clients are waiting in similar surroundings. They feel slightly intimidated by the chic, minimalistic office as they await your summons, sitting in the warm, filtered light of the afternoon sun.

The impression I have just given is a reality for many astute businesses.

They have realized that your office environment is an extension of their image and makes a statement about their company’s success and respect for themselves, their clients, and their employees, leaving an indelible first impression.  Remember, you only get one chance at a first impression, and they last.  With this in mind, it is imperative that your office doesn’t let you and your business down.  Let me show you how you can transform your office into one of your best advertising assets.

Hocus Focus

If your budget doesn’t extend to a total office transformation, focus on a few key areas. Those which are the most prominent and accessible to clients, such as the reception and boardroom, need the biggest chunk of your budget.  Think high-end quality and style.  Some companies offer one-stop boardroom office interiors amongst a range of other services.  They can assist with planning, designing, and sourcing ergonomic yet stylish and contemporary furniture.  Make your reception area a jaw-dropping showpiece with a one-of-a-kind desk that can be accentuated with lighting and a designer feature wall.

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Corporate Colour

The impact of color cannot be understated when creating an air of elegance and refinement.  Whilst walls and floors should be kept muted, there is still a place for vivid colors, such as artwork, flowers, vases, and cushions.  The idea is to create energy and comfort without losing the corporate feel.

Spot on Light

Natural light enhances the mood and has been proven to increase productivity, so let it in as much as your building structure allows. In most cases making structural changes is impossible, but there are many ways to give the illusion of more light. Firstly, any outdated Venetian blinds should be removed and banned immediately, as they not only block sunlight, they detract from the minimalistic, streamlined look you need to achieve.

Glorious Glass

The beauty and advantages of glass are manyfold.  It gives sunlight a chance to work its magic, enhances the feeling of openness and space, and blocks noise without interfering with interaction amongst your team.  Don’t just think of glass for office walls. Consider desktops and other reflective surfaces that can catch and reflect the sun.

Furnishings – Funky and Fashionable

The array and choice of office furniture have never been so extensive.  Things like adjustable height desks, which are said to increase productivity, ergonomic workstations, seating, collaborative spaces, and work pods and just a few of the design ideas on the market.  As employee retention is always a priority, it pays to use thoughtful, eco-friendly, and people-friendly ideas.

A-dressing Staff

This is a little tricky to say, but even the best surroundings can be let down by a slovenly-dressed employee.  Your office may be your business’s calling card, but so are your staff.  Make it a strict policy that employees respect their workplace and clients by dressing in a corporate style. Make sure you are the best role model for this.

It doesn’t take much to change the culture and dynamic of an office.  As we all areas of business, you begin by showing respect to others which is done by providing them with a delightful and sophisticated place to work or visit.  The returns for this will come back with interest, I promise.