The average person will spend approximately 90,000 hours of their life at work. This astonishing number of hours underscores how crucial it is to have a functional, comfortable office space that meets the needs of your business and provides an environment conducive to productivity and employee happiness. As businesses grow and evolve, the need for office space grows and evolves as well. Below are three signs you've outgrown your existing office space.

How to Tell If You've Outgrown Your Office Space

1. Workstations Are Cramped

Every worker should have their own space that allows them to successfully carry out the functions of their job. Some businesses choose individual offices for their staff, some go for cubicles, and others opt for open-concept layouts. Whatever workstation design you use, every worker should have a space to call their own. If your current office limits your staffers' physical space, storage options, and surface areas, it's time to consider a new commercial property.

2. Limited Meeting-Room Capabilities

As a business grows, meetings become more and more vital to expansion, communication, and success. But meetings should be conducted in a space that’s separate from the goings-on of the rest of the business. They can be disruptive to other employees’ productivity, and they can take up precious space in a work environment where every square inch is needed. Businesses that hold meetings in public places like a local coffee shop know the challenges that such a distracting environment presents, as well as the dangers of people overhearing trade secrets or other sensitive information.

3. No Expendable Room

The people who work in your office should be able to step away from their desks and take breaks. This might mean a traditional breakroom, or it could just mean a functioning kitchen or an outdoor green space. If your business has nowhere to escape, workers will burn out quickly and feel tied to their desks, even over coffee breaks and lunch hours.

If you notice any of these signs, explore the possibilities for new office space. Winmar Corporation has provided commercial real estate to the Lexington, KY, region since 1951. They offer two corporate real estate offices designed to meet the needs of today's workforce. To schedule a tour or to inquire about property availability, call (859) 254-5755 or visit them online.