Things you should consider while you renovate your office

Office wall partitions offer the perfect solution for the division of space and the creation of privacy within an open plan office situation. The partitioning can extend upwards from half, to full room height with full height partitioning, effectively creating a separated room within the open plan environment.

This application is particularly useful if the segregation of an entire department is called for. In many such cases, glazed partitioning is useful since this effectively separates the department, without leaving the employees feeling isolated. Glazed partitions also allow for the continued flow of natural light through a building, something that is extremely beneficial for the health and well being of employees. You may need space for primary or secondary work areas, for general office purposes, special projects, breakout areas, reception and visitors, storage, delivery and service areas and meeting spaces. All of these can be catered for given sufficient space and efficient space planning. Space management can be achieved with the help of frameless sliding glass doors as well.

One of the most cost effective alterations it is possible to make to any work space, is to reduce the amount of unnecessary or wasted overhead space. The installation of a suspended ceiling will reduce the height of a room which will in turn, save money of fuel bills. Money can be saved on both heating and lighting by reducing the cubic measurement or volume of the room.

The installation of a suspended ceiling is also a very effective way of hiding any unsightly wires, pipes or duct work, whilst its simple disassembly, allows for easy access when any maintenance work needs to be carried out.

The availability of natural light is an important consideration in any environment and the office is no exception. Studies and surveys have shown that the effects of natural light on staff morale and productivity are extremely beneficial. For this reason, it is recommended that glazed partitioning be used wherever possible. Glazed partitioning will allow the flow of natural light through the building.

In circumstances where the use of electric light is unavoidable, for example, at night or within a windowless office, it is best to steer clear of fluorescent lighting, which can be quite harsh. Use individual desk lamps, track or pendant lighting instead, a good office refurbishment company should be able to supply these.

More soothing colors tend to be the choice of accountants, solicitors and financial advisors. These fact based businesses need to keep a steady head and so tend to opt for the more conservative colors of cream, beige, white and subtle green. The use of stylish and comfortable office furniture will go a long way to enhancing those all important first impressions, gleaned by your prospective clients. It will also improve and increase the productivity and performance of your workforce.