A Guide To Giving Your Workspace A Makeover

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As we continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, you may have granted your employees the opportunity to work from home. This is a great way of helping minimise the spread of the virus and ensuring that your employees and their family are safe during this difficult time. However, it also means that your workspaces are sitting empty for long periods of time.

While you may be looking forward to getting back into the office – there are plenty of things you can do to capitalize upon this time. For example, an empty workplace gives you the opportunity to give the office a complete makeover ahead of your employees return. Here are some tips you can use to get started! 

  • Remember that both the interior and exterior of your workplace are important – especially if your company is client-facing. You have to give customers and staff a reason to want to come in through the doors. For example, you can dress up an outdoor terrace by adding some stylish balustrading
  • Before you get started, address any major issues you may be facing. For example, it may be time to get rid of old, outdated or otherwise malfunctioning equipment – as they only stand in the way of efficiency and could even be the cause of an injury. 
  • The first step towards transforming your workspace is a thorough clean – and workspace cleanliness has never been more important than it is right now. Therefore, you should begin by deep cleaning your office. While this may seem like a big task, you can spread the work over several days. Start small and work your way through a room at a time. 
  • Over time, the walls of your office will likely obtain the odd mark or scratch. Therefore, it is important that you give them a fresh coat of paint once in a while. Opt for a sleek and simple colour that won’t be too distracting – such as white – but don’t be afraid to add in a pop of colour elsewhere in the office space. 
  • Fluorescent lighting was once a staple in offices across the world. However, it is also the cause of frequent headaches, and can even have an impact on your mood. If you want to create a warm, welcoming space where your employees can thrive – focus instead on natural light. 
  • Swap out heavy, bulky curtains for blinds. Not only do they appear more modern and stylish, but they are also less likely to gather dust – meaning that it will help keeping on top of your cleaning much easier. 
  • Don’t underestimate the importance of a break room. Your employees need a space where they can relax and unwind during their breaks – and it needs to be just as well maintained as the rest of your workspace. This can have a positive impact on both their mood and productivity. 
  • Diversify your workspace as much as possible to meet the needs of your employees. For example, some will prefer to work at singular desks away from others, while others work better when sat with others so that they can share ideas. Don’t be afraid to mix it up! 

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