3 office design trends for 2016

Posted on January 27, 2016 by Guy Atkinson

Office design trends are constantly evolving and it’s important that you Consider how to use your space best if you want to not only be productive but also showcase your company as being forward-looking and in the loop. That’s why it’s important to keep abreast of the latest developments in workspace style from the paint to the equipment.

Office lighting as well has gone through a revolution, with many offices getting rid of old fluorescent fixtures and focussing more on natural light or specialty light fixtures (visit website here for more info on commercial specialty lighting).

With so many revolutions happening in office design, it can be hard to know what to expect over the coming months. Here are three trends that are likely to take hold in 2016. The best thing about them? You and your workers can implement them quite easily. So why not try one out and see how it improves your office atmosphere?

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  1. A crackdown on clutter

Clearing office clutter has long been a priority for many businesses, but this year efforts to keep working areas tidy are set to be taken to another level. As well as investing in innovative storage solutions to ensure they can keep paperwork out of sight, a rising number of firms will be looking to eliminate visible wires from workstations and meeting rooms. One way to make workstations and conference tables look neater is to use furnishings with concealed cable management systems. By hiding unsightly wires from view, these desks and tables help to create a chic, modern looking office. To find out more about the solutions now available, you can check out examples of office furniture online by visiting the websites of specialist suppliers or you could take a trip to your local furniture showroom.

  1. Addition of more greenery

Let’s face it, being cooped up in an office all day can get a little depressing. To bring some more life and soul to their workspaces, firms are set to focus on bringing more of the outdoors in. As well as the already popular workplace pot plants, companies are set to introduce greenery into their environments in more unusual ways. For example, living walls will be making an appearance in more work areas. These standout features can transform the entire look and feel of offices. Also, artwork featuring flowers and plants will be in vogue.

  1. Greater use of zones

Businesses are also gearing up to make greater use of zones in their offices such as wool felt wall panels that workers can personalize to both mark down their zone and deliver a memorable experience as they work. Though the days of workspaces being dominated by rows of homogeneous desks or cubicles may be limited – as firms seek to provide their staff members with more dynamic spaces. From informal meeting areas to quiet spaces and dedicated lounges, offices will increasingly incorporate a range of different areas. This can help to boost worker morale, encourage creativity and promote concentration.

Whether or not you take these specific trends on board in your next office overhaul, it’s worth being aware of the fashions that are set to dominate workspace design in 2016 and beyond.

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