Every year countless lists of cool or inspiring offices come out and typically they feature million-pound-plus refurbs of old warehouses or industrial buildings.
And they’ll be in New York, or San Fransisco, or maybe a trendy (really expensive) area of London.
But why can’t an inspirational office be affordable – and in Sheffield?
Well it can – here are a few ways to achieve an office space that’s the envy of South Yorkshire without spending a silly amount.
Stop staring at the walls
A framed print of a pretentious motivational quote isn’t going to cut it in Sheffield, we know – but your office walls could still serve as inspiration.
How about hanging a statement print that draws the eye and complements your existing branding colour palette – or even a full wall print with a nature scene?
Or go further and bring some of the real outside in and boost oxygen levels throughout the office with a natural planted ‘living wall’.
And to open up your workspace and improve opportunities for natural light and communication to flow, instead of a dividing wall, consider glass partitioning.
We’ve all worked at home long enough to know that being boxed into small rooms with walls on all sides doesn’t inspire anyone.
Going greener
As mentioned, the presence of plants can create a better connection with the world outside and oxygenates the room.
But beyond that, a good amount of greenery offers more than just being nice to look at, with research showing that worker moods improve with plants around.
With a selection of the right number and type, you can tap into the feelgood factor that office plants provide.
Team colours
Like we mentioned, incorporating your existing branding into an office fit-out is an affordable option that can subtly reinforce a sense of belonging.
There’s no Owls or Blades rivalry to worry about – any Sheffield office can bring people together without the need to plaster a huge logo on every wall.
Smart furniture item selection or even a featured wall with large scale printing can bring in colours or even messaging that supports your brand.
This could mean your current corporate look and feel or even a new ethos and set of values to inspire everyone.
Inspired?
If you’re a Sheffield based business and want to give your staff a place they can’t wait to come back to, let’s get started.
To discuss your ideas, goals or available options to create an inspiring office, get in touch to speak to a member of our helpful team.