Tips To Maximize Your Small Office Space

Young casually dressed employees at work in coworking office. Corporate team working on laptops and taking notes in shared room, brainstorming about new project, teamwork and collaboration concept.Working in a small commercial building has many advantages. For one, it minimizes your time of commuting from one area to the next. It also allows coworkers to interact more frequently with one another, which helps boost the office morale. And if you’re looking to save on overhead costs, smaller buildings could mean lower rent.

On the other hand, smaller offices mean that every piece of furniture makes a huge impact on the entire office layout. Luckily if you work in a small office, there are tips and tricks to maximize your space that don’t involve too much heavy lifting. Here are a few ways you can make the most of your small-scale office:

Tip #1: Measure and Access Your Space

Knowing the measurements of your entire office will allow you to better plan for the layout of furniture. One of the best ways you can first plan for the reorganization of your office is to measure the dimensions of each room as well as the height of ceilings. Next, you’ll want to assess the walls and windows. Making use of natural light and wall space can help you plan for the placement of desks, shelves, and other office furniture such as tables and storage bins.     

Tip #2: Build Up

Once you’ve measured your space, you’ll have a better idea of how to setup the layout for better-fitting desks and shelving. In an effort to create more space, you should consider incorporating shelves. As opposed to storing items around desks, with shelves you’ll be able to make use of walls while efficiently organizing everyday use material.

Tip #3: Get Rid of Clutter

Clutter contributes to office productivity in more than one way. People are often slowed down by the visual of clutter. Moreover, if you’ve ever spent more than five minutes looking for a single document then you know how time-consuming clutter can be. Spending a few hours (or days, if necessary) on getting rid of useless items, will save you time and space going forward.   

Tip #4: Create Adaptable Workspaces

If you’re tied to the idea of designating specific work areas, you’ll want to reconsider — for good reason. Having the flexibility to move around within your small office allows you maximize the overall space. For example, a workspace that can be used for interns and part-time employees or desks that easily move and can come together for meetings.  

Start Redesigning Your Small Office Space Today

At Indoff Commercial Interiors, our expert consultant Kim Gregory can help you rethink your space with productivity and color psychology in mind. Consider how much time you devote at your office and how critical it is to provide a positive and energetic environment for you and your team. Together, we can make it happen. Let’s get started today!

3 Ways the Right Office Furniture Can Improve Productivity

modern office with nice office furnitureChoosing office furniture has become an art form over the past few years. However, creating the right office space isn’t just about aesthetics and budget anymore. It is possible to create a workplace that fosters creativity, productivity, and efficiency while giving employees privacy. At Indoff we understand the importance of providing your employees what they need to succeed. It is important to remember that your employees’ comfort and happiness directly correlate with how well they perform their jobs. These office furniture and setup tips can help you create a great work environment for your employees, so your business can continue to be successful.

Open Floor Plans Offer More Interaction

When an office space is planned with an open floor plan, employees are more likely to interact and share ideas. For a company that requires collaboration between departments, office furniture that lends well to the open floor concept will work much better. Cubicles with shorter walls are a good option for this. For those that like to push the limits, connected workspaces may work best in their office. Whatever your goals are, be sure to pick out furniture that and create a floor plan that aligns with your goals, your employees’ job requirements, and the desired environment you want for your office.

Choose Cubicles for More Privacy

If you are in an industry that requires lots of concentration and focus, office furniture with cubicles is a better option. The added privacy gives each employee the space and freedom to work on projects without interruption. You can also find cubicles in new or used options. You can look at your budget and decide what is worth splurging on and what would be better to buy used, but in the end, buying what’s best for your employees is your best option.

Standing Desks and Better Chairs

When you give your employees comfort and versatility, they will not have to overcome the added obstacle of discomfort. Ergonomic chairs, standing desks, desks with plenty of room, and footrests can all ensure your employees are comfortable enough to tackle the work day. Standing desks, in particular, can help your employees be more productive because switching positions and taking the energy you need to stand can both get the creative juices flowing.

Office Furniture from Indoff Commercial Interiors

At Indoff Commercial Interiors, we carry a variety of office furniture, ranging from quality desks to ergonomic chairs, that can make your office the best place to work. Contact us today to learn more about our products and how we can help you!