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Growing the business might mean adding people, but space planning can help you think critically about the space people need to work productively.<\/h2>\n

Relocating offices is an exciting experience; it\u2019s the opportunity to make positive changes to the business.<\/p>\n

However, it\u2019s important not to let your excitement run away with you \u2013 it\u2019s an expensive investment and therefore you need to get it right.<\/p>\n

Here are a few tips on how to space plan your office or workplace effectively:<\/p>\n

1) Decide on the objectives of your office space<\/h3>\n

Think about what you want to use the space for. Do you want it to be a place for clients to meet? Or maybe it\u2019s to bring staff together for better communication? Some minor touching up on the interior design or a complete office fit out solution<\/a> that you are looking for? Once your office space objectives are set, you can start to consider the space you need.<\/p>\n

2) Variety is the spice of life<\/h3>\n

No matter how big or small, every office needs variety \u2013 individual spaces to work in order to help encourage collaboration, meetings and socialisation.<\/p>\n

If your primary work space setting is used for every single aspect of your employees\u2019 working lives, you\u2019ll find productivity levels can quickly decrease.<\/p>\n

3) What facilities will you be offering?<\/h3>\n

Think about whether you need facilities such as a bike store, showers, or a particular type of kitchen area \u2013 all these areas will need sufficient space.<\/p>\n

4) Think about lighting<\/h3>\n

Natural light can affect the mood and happiness of workers, so it’s important to create spaces with as much light as possible. Avoid blocking light with unnecessary furniture, plants or blinds. Instead of locating your workstations in the centre of the office, or use areas by windows.<\/p>\n

You could even purchase a SAD Light<\/a> to help boost morale in dark winter months.<\/p>\n

5) You get what you pay for<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s common to minimise expenditure on expensive furniture and d\u00c9cor.<\/p>\n

However, it is genuinely important to invest in them sufficiently, or you could find yourself replacing them quicker than expected. Buying cheap office furniture that is not comfortable can demotivate staff.<\/p>\n

Good quality furniture that makes your staff feel comfortable will only help to increase productivity.<\/p>\n

\u00a06) Consider building regulations<\/h3>\n

Before you get excited about a property and start taking walls down, you\u2019ll need to understand the building regulations. It\u2019s essential to know what can and can\u2019t be done before you plan how you\u2019re going to use the space.<\/p>\n

7) Think ahead when securing a lease<\/h3>\n

Decide what lease you\u2019re prepared to commit to. Your business will have to live with the office space for the length of the lease.<\/p>\n

So, think both long-term and short-term. Will this space be right for your business one year on or five years on?<\/p>\n

8) Don\u2019t make quick decisions<\/h3>\n

The days of a traditional office are long gone. Take your time \u2014 poor business decisions are often made the quickest. Your business will have to operate from the office space for the length of the lease.<\/p>\n

Relocating offices and space planning are big investments, so give them the time they deserve.<\/p>\n

Find out more about our interior refurbishment services today to discover how we can help you get the most from your workspace.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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