Working a routine schedule comes with managing workloads, navigating office politics, and maintaining a consistent work / life balance. Its no wonder that considering how an office layout and design may impact the workplace. However, office design affects a number of aspects of an employee’s work experience. Here are five ways your office design really does make a difference.
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Increases Productivity
The majority of people find it very difficult to stay on task when surrounded by clutter or mess. Research has shown that an office layout significantly impacts employee’s levels of productivity. A clean and organized office is more likely to keep employees focused and on track throughout the day.
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Encourages employee creativity
A well lit and organized office is more likely to encourage your employees to be creative throughout the day. This creative space will also encourage employees to work together as it is a far more collaborative office space.
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Represents company values
The location, set-up, and design of your office speaks volumes of the way your company is ran. Not only does it effect your employees, but potential clients and customers can tell a lot about a company simply by the way it is designed and organized.
Your office space will allow your organization to develop a certain level of professionalism and will also establish a reputation for your company.
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Boosts employee morale
Your employees want to come to an office where they feel comfortable. A well designed office, potentiality split between work and relaxation spaces, will overall boost employee morale. An office that has been well thought out will encourage a better culture and environment in the office.
Ask your employees for their opinions and suggessitions regarding the office space. This makes them feel like a part of something bigger, a more significant member of the organization. It further will allow management to really understand the core values of their employees.
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Promotes health
A clean office space where people feel motivated to work and be creative will promote healthy lifestyles for employees and managers. A healthy lifestyle will in turn keep your employees more productive and assignments on track throughout the day, overall boosting your bottomline.
Basic cleanliness also has the ability to reduce stress and keep people more focused on the task at hand.
Your staff works hard, they deserve to work in a well lit, vibrant, organized space that encourages them to produce their best work.