Once every year, we have the opportunity to reinvent ourselves. From a business perspective, this often means re-evaluating our office environment and how it functions. Whatever the reason - you've grown in employees or maybe you're deciding to put a fresh face on an older brand - an office remodel is no easy feat. So, here are five tips from our furniture experts to help you celebrate the potential of a newly remodeled office space:
1. Think Open...But Not Too Open
The problem with many offices today is that it restricts an employee to their desk or puts them on display for all to see. Try to find a happy medium between the two. A good alternative to the traditional desk are benching solutions - i.e. desks that have some walls, but do not completely seclude.
2. Dry Erase Surfaces
An idea is an idea - no matter where one has it. The problem is getting the thought on paper when there's no paper to be had! Try painting walls with dry eraser paint! This creative solution not only allows an employee to transfer their thoughts, but also gives the office in question a modern edge.
3. Don't Shy Away From Color
Many offices are drab with neutral grays. As any graphic designer worth his or her salt would tell you, color is something that brings life to a space. No one says to cover all the walls in blinding colors. However, maybe a one wall here and there as an accent to inspire the crowd might do the trick.
4. Don't Forget About the Breakroom
When employees go on break, it's a time for them to relax and chat. And if that's not enough incentive, think of it this way: It builds the team cooperation without any team exercises involved.
5. 100% Recycled
Considered recycled paper for your printers. You'll be astonished on how many options are out there -and at reasonable costs. Some brands even work to make recycled paper from wood chips!
For more advice and even a digital mockup of your space, don't hesitate to reach out to any of our furniture specialists.
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