‘You never get a second chance to make a good first impression’. The age-old saying that, when you think about it, applies to almost everything. This is especially true in business. When you invite someone to your office for the first time, be it a potential customer or employee, you want to make a good lasting impression and one way to do this is with your office reception design.
Here are 4 things to think about when creating an inviting space.
Be branded
When someone steps into your reception area, they will get a feel for your business right away. So, we need to make sure they fully understand your company and its values.
By including company branding in your office reception design, you can reinforce your values. Include your company colours and fonts in any and all creative materials to portray your company personality be it fun, sophisticated or adventurous. Have your logo on clear display too. Make it pop with an elevated design or even add lights behind.
Having your values or ethos on the wall, doors or any other visible spaces can also represent what makes you unique as a business and could help secure your business in the long run.
Finally, having company or employee achievements on display can also aid in an effective office reception design. Show off your skill set and knowledge to everyone who enters your office reception area.
Quality furniture
If your office visitor is a little early, or you are running a little late, they may need to wait in your reception area. Having comfortable, high-quality furniture in your office reception area is key.
Think comfortable padded chairs, stylish coffee tables and light fixtures. These can all come together to create an inviting space. They can also be used to reinforce the aforementioned branding. By investing in bespoke furniture pieces, you can include your company branding and think outside the box for furniture that will make a lasting impression.
Bright and open
Nothing is more off-putting than a dark room. It often brings connotations of bleakness and lifelessness. This is not the first impression you want to make with your office reception design!
Including office partitioning can separate your reception area from the rest of your office, whilst still enjoying an open plan feel. If you want some privacy, you can opt for frosted or coloured glass in your partitioning. All our office partitioning can be made bespoke to your requirements and always meet strict health and safety regulations.
Having plants, real or fake, can also bring life to your office reception. If you want to keep this to a minimum, the occasional potted plant can be very effective. However, if you want to make an impression that is guaranteed to last a while, a green wall is the way! Adorn your wall with greenery and flowers for a dynamic and modern approach to office reception design (they are also great to share on social media).
Refreshments
Finally, refreshments. Although it’s not so much a key design feature, having a dedicated area for a water fountain or hot drinks can add a warm, hospitable touch.
Want to get started with your office reception design?
If these office reception ideas have got you thinking about your own reception area, why not get in touch? With over 45 years of experience in designing and installing bespoke commercial refurbishments, our team can be the ones to help you make that all important first impression count.
