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

Written by Ashley Lawrence<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ashley Lawrence is the Head of Furniture and Fit Out<\/a> for Crown Workspace. He believes that by having a sustainability<\/a> focus in our workplaces, we can encourage families and friends to be environmentally responsible too.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Relocating offices is an exciting experience; it\u2019s the opportunity to make positive changes to the business. 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. Before we dive into the benefits of office space planning and how it can benefit your business, let\u2019s start by identifying what it means:<\/p>\n

Definition of office space planning<\/strong><\/h2>\n

According to Oktra<\/a>, office space planning is \u2018the optimisation of a workplace based on maximising available space to meet user needs.\u2019<\/p>\n

It involves thoughtful consideration of layout, furniture, equipment, and workflow to create an environment that optimally supports the needs and objectives of an organisation.<\/p>\n

Effective office space planning considers the specific requirements of the workforce, fosters collaboration, and ensures an ergonomic and comfortable atmosphere.<\/p>\n

Now that we\u2019re familiar with the definition, here are five top tips on how to space plan your office or workplace effectively:<\/p>\n

Guide to office space planning<\/strong><\/h2>\n

1) Determining how much space you need<\/strong><\/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\u00a0office fit out solution<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0that you are looking for? Once your office space objectives are set, you can start to consider the space you need.<\/p>\n

2) Creating collaborative workspaces<\/strong><\/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 workspace setting is used for every single aspect of your employees\u2019 working lives, you\u2019ll find productivity levels can quickly decrease.<\/p>\n

3) Space planning for your business<\/strong><\/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) Utilising natural light and office interiors<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Natural light can affect the mood and happiness of workers, so it\u2019s 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, look to use areas by windows.<\/p>\n

5) Optimising office space for new work models<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s common to minimise expenditure on expensive furniture and d\u00e9cor.<\/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<\/a> that makes your staff feel comfortable will only help to increase productivity.<\/p>\n

Other factors to consider in office space planning<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There are a few other key things you should consider when space planning your office or workplace effectively, including:<\/p>\n