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1. Office Design Ideas
By: Lorin Emtage
An office or workplace is primed for uninterrupted business success if
time, talent and creativity were invested in its design. It’s a no­brainer,
confirmed by one research after another. When an office setup looks
cramped and disorganised, company business will proceed more or less
the same way. When a workplace design does not please the senses,
expect low morale not only among employees but also managers. In
effect, it makes sound business sense to give office design as much
attention as your financial statements when embarking on a program to
grow or expand the bottom line of your company.

2. Work becomes less backbreaking if an office space took into account the
basics of ergonomics in its overall design. Ergonomics considers the
physical and mental capabilities of the worker and how he/she interacts
with tools, equipment, work methods, tasks and the working environment.
How we function indeed depends on the design of our work environment,
which determines the levels of employee productivity and motivation. Bad
office design doesn’t just impact productivity but can also spoil your mood.
The wonder of it all is that it takes little effort and expense to have a good
office design. In fact, just a few tweaks in your work environment can
boost both productivity and morale. All you need are office design ideas
focused on creating a functional work space and then on creating a
pleasant and comfortable environment. Take an advice from Unispace,
the leading global design company on commercial workplaces.
According to Unispace, office spaces need to promote and optimize
productivity. The whole purpose of an office is to utilize it to complete
work­related tasks. Create a space where completing these tasks
becomes simple and comfortable. Design the majority of your office
space around functionality and then add your own personal touches and
style for aesthetic purposes.
Since a functional office is your main goal, start with searching for a desk.
Check out desk designs online or in the flyers of local stores that carry
office furniture. Know the measurements of your office and keep them in
mind when shopping for a desk. Purchase a desk that will fit easily in your
space and still give you room for a desk chair and for walking around.
Choose a desk that has enough storage space to be functional and to
make working easier. Having to repeatedly get up to retrieve items while

3. working can be frustrating and distracting. Having a desk with enough
storage space to keep all of your necessary items will help you complete
your task quicker. If an additional filing cabinet is needed keep it close to
your work area. Filing cabinets today come in black and wood finish
instead of just the flat metal finish. These finishes help the filing cabinet to
blend better into the room.
While a carpet is nice underfoot, it is not always practical in an office
setting. Many desk chairs have wheels for ease of movement. They do
not work well on carpet. If your office is a high­raffic area, carpet may also
be difficult to be kept looking clean and fresh. Hardwood is often a better
choice of flooring for an office. Add an area rug for style, colour or warmth.
Wall colour choices are limitless. If your office is small or if there is little
lighting in your office, ge a lighter or neutral wall colour. Larger and well­lit
offices can look rich and warm with deeply coloured walls. If your office
space does not have a lot of natural light be sure to install adequate
lighting to avoid eye strain.
When it comes to adding your personal style to your office, your choices
will depend on your tastes. Pictures are the easiest way to personalise
your office. Hang them on the walls or place a few on your desk. Frame
your diplomas and degrees in rich­looking frames and hang them where
they can be seen. They will remind you of all the hard work and dedication
it took to get you where you are and will show clients the same thing. If
you have neutral coloured walls, choose bright and colourful pictures such
as landscapes or abstracts. If your wall colour is rich and deep, opt for
black and white pictures for contrast.
Office design ideas are personal since they need to be tailored to meet
your specific needs. Create the most functional space possible and then
personalize the space with pictures and plants. Keep the office functional
to promote productivity. Keep clutter and distractions to a minimum.

4. For more office design ideas, visit Unispace at any of its locations in 11
countries. Unispace is happy to give you the benefit of its 30 years
experience in the field of office design. Its clients include major banking
and financial institutions, leaders in telecommunications and information
technology, prominent pharmaceutical companies and mass merchants.
Consistent and effective client relationship management begins with the
building of trust and confidence and continues with transparency, good
communication and straight­forward dealings throughout every project.
Once a client alliance has been formed, Unispace follows through with a
structured and dedicated system of care which includes an appropriate
“after­care” program to ensure complete client satisfaction leading a
long­lasting relationship.
For more information, please visit: http://www.unispace.com/.