In previous posts, we’ve discussed some of the latest trends in office cleaning. We saw what they are and if they are worthy of trying. Now that we’re done with that series, maybe it’s time to dig deeper into the realm of office interior and see if there is room for improvement there. It’s one thing to keep your working area clean with the help of a professional and reputable cleaning company, but how the office will look like is another, also quite important one.
Let us first see why interior matters. If we imagine a situation where your regular or potential client walks into your office, what is the first thing they see? Well, apart from somebody greeting them as they’re entering, the first thing they see is the interior. Let’s stop here by saying nice interior doesn’t automatically mean new and expensive. Nice looking office interior can be achieved in many different ways, as we’ll see as we go on. We just need to keep in mind an office that looks nice can do wonders for your business. It will tell your (potential) clients that your business is important to you, and also, that they are important to you. They will feel welcome and at ease in an office like that. Also, they will surely appreciate the effort it took you.
Beside clients, there is a matter of your employees. If you take some time to think your interior through, it will have a very positive impact on your employees as well. They will feel more relaxed which will make them more positive, eager and productive. And having happy and satisfied employees is for sure a great business advantage.
As we’ve seen, the interior isn’t just about arranging office furniture, it can give you so much more. Now let’s see if there is any room for improvement of your office interior and what some of the trends currently are.
First of all, we need to keep in mind that the office is the place of work where we spend around 40 hours per week being productive. With productivity comes functionality; the office needs to look good, but it also needs to be functional. It should be designed in a way that will promote efficient use by your employees. A good starting point for a nice looking and productive office is having easy flow and movement. This, of course, is determined by the number of people working there, the number of departments, other areas such as kitchens and bathrooms, etc. Your employees should have their personal space which will allow them to concentrate and focus, but there should also be some type of communal and collaborative hubs, if possible. In this way you will have the best of both worlds; time to be productive individually and in groups as well as just time to relax during long working hours. Try to incorporate some decor elements that will be specific to your brand and business that will also be functional.
Another important thing when it comes to your office interior is the lighting. Having good lighting will have a great impact on your employees and clients. It’s always a big plus if your office space has big windows or open spaces which will provide the best amount of natural lighting. A set of nice blinds and/or curtains can be not just a great addition to your office decor but also a matter of functionality; they will come in handy in case you want to limit the amount of light entering the office. Last but not least, actual lights. Following the path of functionality and efficacy, pick some energy efficient lights so you can minimize your electricity bills. Of course, their design can also be a good addition to the overall look of the office and will compliment nicely other office elements.
Lastly, the color. The color scheme is one of the crucial elements when talking about office interior design and decor. Just because the area in question is an office space doesn’t mean the color scheme has to be neutral. Complimentary colors are the way to go, whichever you ultimately choose. A good color scheme will bring life to the office. The choice of colors is limitless and not easily recommended here by us. Still, bear in mind that the niche your business is in should affect the color scheme. For example, if it suits your business, colors such as yellows, oranges or reds are a good choice, since these are said to provoke happiness and creativity. As we’ve said, just make sure the colors compliment each other and your business. Even switching the color scheme after a certain period of time can be an excellent thing, as it will be like a breath of fresh air. Another suggestion might be to incorporate some interesting art pieces to your office; they will add not just color, but also a sense of class to your working area. And, of course, color isn’t just in the walls and art pieces; furniture, carpets, and/or selected decor elements can contribute greatly to the overall color scheme of the office.
And one last thing to discuss today, after going into office interior details, is office cleaning. Yes, we can hire the best interior designer or do the best job ourselves, but if we want to keep the office interior nice and pretty, professional office cleaning is a must if we want the keep the office looking good. Professional and experienced technicians will know how to keep your office interior clean and in the best condition possible for the longest period of time. Keep in mind one crucial fact, a nice looking office is a clean office, so make sure to have your cleaning schedule ready so you can enjoy the fruits of your interior design labor for as long as you can! With the right cleaning crew, this task will be easily achievable and it will leave you enough time and patience to tweak and change bits and pieces of your office every now and then and to keep improving the look of your office for your employees and your current and future clients.
