With modern office work being largely computer based, it is vital that any view of the computer screens is not affected by adverse lighting conditions, since this can impact heavily on staff productivity and comfort levels. It is important therefore, to spend time considering the fall of light and shadow and the displacement of glare, whether it is from natural or electric light. Do not place VDU's close to windows or under direct light as this will lead to screen glare, making life difficult and uncomfortable for the operator.
Consider also the colour of your light; certain hues of electric light can be jarring and lead to headaches whilst others may lead to rooms looking or feeling, smaller or larger than they actually are. Appropriate workplace lighting is essential to the smooth running efficiency of any office environment and since every lighting decision will have an immediate effect on its surroundings, it is important to employ the services of an office interior design specialist, to get the lighting right.
Interior design for your office reception area
Your reception area is your first and only chance to make that all-important first impression. It may be the only part of your building that your customers actually get to see and for this reason, it is perhaps the most important area to get right. Every reception area needs a focal point. Without one, new customers will be left wondering where they are supposed to go. This may lead to them becoming embarrassed and feeling uncomfortable. A cleverly positioned focal point will immediately give your customers something to aim for and allow them to orientate themselves quickly. This removes any feeling of discomfort and helps them to quickly feel at ease. Interior design for your meeting or breakout area
The breakout area is a relatively modern phenomenon but one that has been greeted with open arms by office and factory workers worldwide. Designed as a relaxing area in which employees are able to literally "break out" from their normal working day, to concentrate on a project for example, that may require input from other team members. The breakout area could be looked upon as an informal office within an office. Normally demarcated through the use of different coloured, softer furnishings, the idea behind this space is to encourage freedom of expression and the exchange of ideas. These areas have been proven to make a major contribution to a company's success and profitability as team members work together to achieve a common objective.।
