When it comes to offices, the last two years have been transformative. Current office design trends prioritize safety and comfort, as well as colour, texture, and sustainability. We understand the significance of workplace design. It is an important aspect of working life that should not be disregarded. From acoustics and greenery in design to a greater emphasis on secure, protected workstations, office designers and businesses are continuously seeking methods to preserve a safe and positive working environment while enhancing productivity. Office design will continue to evolve and enhance our working methods.
Below are the latest office design trends to elevate your workplace.
Multifunctional Spaces
Companies are now deciding to have their staff meet in one shared space to inspire creative thinking and cooperation, rather than segregating productivity in the office.
Consider transforming desktops and moveable separating zones that can be rearranged for tasks as required. This enables us to act on our creativity as soon as it hits.
The rise of hybrid working will shape how the office appears based on how we utilise it. To maximise workplace autonomy and flexibility, the office must serve a broader role than previously.
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Environment Conscious
Companies are looking for ways to make their offices more environmentally friendly which has influenced office design trends. Sustainable design begins with the procurement process; it is more than just the number of recycling bins you have in your office. Sustainable office design helps to promote carbon net-zero programmes and other long-term aims.
There are numerous methods to construct a workspace with sustainability in mind. Businesses can easily reduce their environmental effect by adopting high-efficiency systems, using LED lighting, utilising natural light and passive ventilation, using low-emission materials, and reusing or repurposing furniture.
Green walls are real gardens and plant displays that are fixed to interior walls in many modern office spaces. Because some offices lack natural lighting, introducing flora helps to bring the outdoors inside. Depending on the type of greenery you choose, additional benefits of introducing plant life may include: increased productivity, enhanced air quality and oxygen flow, fewer pollutants in the environment, and less noise.
As a result, recycled furniture used equipment, and natural flora may find their way into our offices.
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Soft Furniture
Because many people continue to work from home, the concepts of office design and aesthetics have shifted. The purpose for those employees who work in the office is to offer them comfort and safety. Homely characteristics such as comfortable sofas and chairs, soft lighting features in common areas, and artwork displayed throughout the office can all be used by designers.
Multipurpose products and fixtures in an office environment are also trendy. Many solutions on the market now are designed to reduce noise while also complementing the overall design theme. Acoustic textures, furnishings, wall coverings, and even lighting products are available. To support the fluctuating flow of employees, room setups must be adaptable enough to adjust to the needs of the employees.
Privacy furniture can help with this flexibility by providing temporary desks for employees who work part-time in the office and smaller conference rooms for people who require a one-on-one virtual meeting with a teammate who works remotely.
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Implementing even just a few of these office design trends can boost employee wellbeing, retention and productivity. At Gregory, we can help design your office with high-quality furniture and accessories to put you ahead of the competition.
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