The design of your office space can have a significant impact on your success as a business. Ideal office design improves employee morale and productivity, as well as impresses associates and clients who stop in for meetings. A poorly designed space can have the opposite impact, so keep these common issues in mind when planning an office remodeling project. 

What to Avoid When Designing an Office

1. Using Too Many or Too Few Lights

Lighting in offices should be bright enough for workers to see clearly but not so bright that they strain their eyes. To avoid these problems, try to incorporate as much natural light as possible. You can also opt for more desk and floor lamps to allow your employees to customize brightness levels as needed.

2. Being Too Strict With Employee Spaces

While a cohesive design scheme does make your workplace look more professional, employees should still be allowed to design their personal areas as they see fit.

Barring any offensive or inappropriate materials, give staff free rein to decorate their cubicles and desks with pictures, knick-knacks, and other items. Providing spaces for personalization can help your employees feel more at home while on the job.

3. Not Soundproofing Open Offices

Open offices are perceived as being more communal and transparent, and many workplaces are incorporating collaborative design principles into their office remodeling. However, noise levels in these spaces can be disruptive. If you prefer an open design, make sure structures are appropriately soundproofed to spare your staff from noise-induced headaches. 

4. Forgetting About Storage Space

While most workplaces are moving toward digital storage, many offices must retain hard copies of important documents. Storage should be ample at your place of work to prevent clutter and promote the organization of essential information. Along with a dedicated storage room, make sure employees have drawers and shelves at their desks that sufficiently accommodate their needs. 

Keener Construction Co in Russellville, AR, can help you design an aesthetically pleasing office that your employees will love. Their technicians are licensed and certified, so you can expect a stellar finished product. They also go the extra mile to ensure you’re satisfied, even showing up on weekends and holidays when urgent issues arise. Call (479) 968-5338 to get started on your free estimate on your office remodeling project or visit them online for a full list of services.