Five furnishing trends that will enhance productivity in the workplace

WorkWell on July 16, 2024

Enhance productivity in the workplaceNow that we’re in 2013, we can see that the business world has gone truly global, and with that comes stiff competition. It’s now more imperative than ever to keep employees as productive as possible, to give companies a fighting chance to survive in the new global market.
Company management will always devise new ways to boost productivity, whether it be through extra bonuses, days off, even pizza vouchers! But there are other ways that you might not have considered — like taking a closer look at your office furnishing. Take a peek at this handy guide to furnishing trends designed to enhance productivity in your workplace.

Investing in high-quality chairs

This is a basic, but essential first step to boosting productivity. Equipping an office with high-quality office chairs, and those with 5 points of adjustment creates a more comfortable perch from employees to work effectively.

Providing power points to desktops

Have you seen how many gadgets the average employee has on them these days? Their whole lives are on charge! Provide access to power points at their desks allowing them to charge their smartphones, tablets and other gadgetry. These are also useful in break areas.

Offering a “3rd Space”

Office life is no longer a case of “one has to be at one’s desk to be working”. Kit out a 3rd space where employees can get away from their desks for a time while continuing their work.

Using natural materials

Artificial materials like plastics, nylon and polyester may save you money in the short term, but the fact is they’re pesky, uncomfortable and environmentally unsound. If we all got a penny every time they gave us a static shock… Woolen fabrics are more comfortable and sustainable, and hemp gives unbeatable durability. Finally, materials with woven-in nettle fibres have a natural chemical-free fire resistance

Allowing two monitors per computer

Give your employees more screen space so they can get more info up at once — they can get so much more done!

The above may as well have just been a direct description of the office spaces at Carrwood Park, more details of which can be found on our website. Companies coming to us enjoy furnishing to the highest possible standards, thanks to our steadfast furniture partner, Richardson’s – find out more about their innovative range at www.richardsonsoffice.co.uk