When we highlighted some of the worthy considerations for your next office refurbishment, the aim was to make your workspace more future-proof.
But moving on from obsolete or unfit-for-purpose furniture, fixtures and fittings needn’t mean getting rid of everything and starting again.
By applying transitional interior design to your office fit-out process, you can cost-effectively combine the best of your existing facilities with new additions.
What is transitional interior design?
For domestic interiors, retaining heritage features and pieces while adding contemporary elements is largely about aesthetics.
But in the corporate office interior design sector, the most important factor is always functionality.
Transitional design relates to balancing the best of your current workplace with new items or details to best serve the needs of your business.
For example, a largely practical piece of furniture without multiple functions, such as a bookcase, can continue to do its job without being swapped at a cost.
But dated desking that may once have accommodated PC towers or even CRT monitors can be replaced with more flexible, forward-thinking surfaces.
What examples can I apply?
During an office fit-out, especially with corporate costs rising, you’ll need to ensure the most wallet-friendly use of your floor footprint.
If your team members are shackled or shoehorned in an environment that stifles collaboration and productivity, you’re unlikely to see their full value.
But with a well-planned office refurbishment, you can provide them with a new space that suits their needs, within a familiar setting.
Possible examples of effective transitional office design include:
- Combining available textures such as exposed brick or wooden structural elements with subtly colourful contemporary furnishings
- Contrasting the cleaner, unfussy lines of modern office furniture with softer, traditional curves in reception or breakout areas
- If you’re occupying a historic or heritage building, reflecting this in smaller ‘classical’ style details such as picture frames or clocks
- A neutral colour palette can soften the clash between old and new, plus is easily reflected throughout a corporate office interior design
If you’re ready for an updated aesthetic that refreshes both your workplace and workforce without totally breaking with tradition, consider transitional design.
You’ll find it easier on your budget, by retaining some of your current setup, as well as less jarring for current team members.
Ready to talk about transitional design?
An office interior designer with an understanding of the changes you want to make and the elements you wish to retain will provide the help you need.
If applied effectively, transitional design can address your business goals and maximise your budget without unnecessary disruption.
To speak to a supportive specialist in corporate office interior design, please contact us.
