When it comes to getting the most from your employees, a commonly overlooked factor is the office. The design of a workplace can have a profound effect on your staff. For example, a bland office setting is less likely to keep your employees engaged throughout the day than a lively office setting. Studies in behavioral science have shown that a work environment that’s adjusted to the needs and wants of employees can boost productivity, performance, and morale.   

OFFICE DESIGN TRENDS INFLUENCING THE WORKPLACE 

It wasn’t all that long ago when the typical office space was a dreary-looking, fluorescent-lit room filled with cubicles as far as the eye could see. Thankfully, over the years, the average workplace experience has slowly evolved. Nowadays, modern offices are using more employee-friendly features such as open spaces, standing desks, ergonomic chairs, and more. These much-needed changes don’t only address the issue of employee well-being, but also factors such as hiring, changing demographics, and financial benefits. 

EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND SATISFACTION

Your physical surroundings can have a major influence on your comfort, mood, and focus. Imagine how difficult it would be to focus on a task when you’re sitting in a hard chair in a cramped cubicle. You likely won’t be able to do your best work in this kind of environment. The same is true for your staff. Workplace redesign trends that maximize these three factors tend to improve employee happiness, sense of value, and health.      

FINDING TALENT

In a competitive market, you have to stand out from the crowd to attract and retain top talent. There are a variety of ways this can be done; however, the first thing most employees look at is the office. Potential hires highly value a workplace they could see themselves being comfortable in for all hours of the workday. An office that accommodates different work styles can also convince current team members to stay with the organization. 

DEMOGRAPHICS

We’re at a point where a majority of baby boomers are entering retirement. This means that Millennials and Generation Z are taking over the country’s workforce. This new generation of workers has been surrounded by new technology for most, if not all, of their lives. In turn, they tend to be much more adept at using technology than baby boomers. As Millennials move up the ranks into management positions, the workplace has changed to embrace technology more and more.   

FINANCIAL BENEFITS

Financial efficiency is a major concern for many businesses and the office is usually one of the top expenses. This is why many business owners want to optimize their physical workspaces so it’s as financially efficient as possible. However, with how quickly technology and the workforce changes, it can be difficult to anticipate space needs. Workplace design trends that use adaptable furniture and open-space plans help alleviate this concern. 

MAXIMIZE THE POTENTIAL OF YOUR WORKFORCE

At Skilled Services LLC, our team of experts specializes in solutions for projects such as facility upgrades, improvements, additions, and expansions. We’ll work with you to ensure your project turns out just the way you want it. If you’d like to learn more about our services, give us a call today!