The design of modern offices must be functional and efficient so that we can unleash our creativity and be more productive. The office is like our second home since we spend 8 to 10 hours on it. Why is it important that it be functional and comfortable? Because it is proven that feeling dissatisfied at work influences the results obtained and our health considerably.
When we feel laziness or discomfort in the workplace, our activities are permeated and result in poor efficiency, stress, and even desertion.
Four Fundamental Elements of Modern Offices
Now, the next step before starting the design of your office is to take into account the following considerations:
- Flexibility and Space Characteristics
First, it is essential to make a diagnosis of your current situation:
- What kind of work will you do in that space?
- Will you receive external customers?
- Will your colleagues access the space to work together?
- What kind of equipment do you require?
- Will you make videoconferences from there?
- What do you need to make it your space?
- How many square meters of space do you have?
- Does the office have direct access to a facade that borders a street or main avenue?
- Required Equipment
Before making any investment, find out the functions of those who will occupy the space. Thus, when equipping the space, you will not only save money but also simplify the work.
For example, it is recommended to have only the basic equipment: a telephone, a desktop or laptop computer, comfortable tables and chairs, one or several archivists. On the other hand, trying to ensure that the equipment, or most, are handled wirelessly, helps prevent activities from clogging and visually contaminating the space.
- Ergonomics
Your health, safety, and well-being are key. However, many companies do not have rest areas and recreational spaces, so we must think of another way to stay healthy and productive at the same time. For your complimentary space planning and design service, click here.
The solution is to anticipate the choice of furniture to be functional and give you comfort. Height-adjustable chairs and desks that favor posture are the new trend in this area.
- Organization and Privacy
It is important to feel comfortable and uninterrupted to perform 100%. Since the lack of concentration, bad mood, and stress can also be due to the environment (noise, bad lighting, disorder), when you start the design of your office, you must contemplate every detail that can favor or distract users.
Keeping the work area organized and having the necessary elements to carry out the activities will help you meet the needs of the employees and optimize their functions.
