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A WORKPLACE FOR EMPLOYEES: DESIGNING A PRODUCTIVE OFFICE

It’s no secret that office design can either improve or degrade your company culture. Ultimately, the best design for your office is the one that reflects your values and meets your company’s and your employee’s needs. To help you figure out what’s right for you, we have compiled five ways to create a workplace for your employees that are designed to increase productivity. Let’s get the ball rolling.

Determine a space for relaxation

Providing a place to escape office stressors is crucial to get the most from your employees. These spaces can serve many purposes, like lunch spots and informal meeting rooms. They can also be used to relieve eyestrain from staring at a screen or neck and back tension from sitting in one place too long.

Offer quiet spaces for private work

Just as employees need a place to relax, they also need somewhere secluded to get work done. Research shows that employees perform better when they work in a quiet and serene office space, where they feel comfortable. Some employees handle disruptions better than others, but being in the middle of a hectic office can hinder performance and make employees feel more stressed. If a staff member needs to focus on an assignment or even just take a personal call, they should have somewhere to go to do so.

Invest in better technology

For a more agile workplace, advancements or changes in technology such as faster Wi-Fi or touchscreen tablets are more often than not increasing in demand. Since people can work anywhere, it’s smart to provide a space that employees are happy coming to. You’ll want to offer the best technology your company can afford to retain talent.

Provide access to natural light

Employees spend a lot of time indoors. There’s a reason people tend to be happier when it’s bright and sunny rather than dreary and grey. If your office is a dull place with limited natural light, your staff members might be snoozing by lunchtime. According to a study by Cornell University’s Professor Alan Hedge, access to natural light increases alertness.

Ensure You Add artwork

Adding personality to your workspace can inspire and motivate you. Whether it’s a photo of your family or a poster of your favorite quote, any aesthetically pleasing art is good for the mind. Research has proven that working in a space surrounded by artwork leads to an increase in creativity. Important to mention is, if you’re meeting with clients, it makes your space feel more welcoming and professional.