subject: Office Furniture Planning for the 21st Century [print this page] Office Furniture Planning for the 21st Century
So, following much cogitation and deliberation, the decision has been made to update the office and to bring it in line with 21st century trends. Modern office furniture makes a proclamation. It says that your businessis based on the here and now. Old and dusty office furniture could be an indication ofold and dusty business ideas. Looks and image say much about your business.
Apart from aesthetics, many other factors will contribute the style and type of furniture which may be chosen for the workplace. These may include the available space, how the style of business is to be conveyed, the expectations of the furniture and the individual needs of those who will be using it.
Here are five topics for consideration prior to purchasing that first piece of furniture:
1. Space A little planning goes a long way. The office desk will likely be the first item to be purchased as it is the largest. Modern office desks are to be found in a surprising range of shapes and sizes, most having a choice of depths and widths to suit all scenarios and office layouts regardless of their size. Consequently, space planning is made much easier. On line office furniture websites are ideal places to start looking, for useful advice, tips and superb ranges.
2. Function
How will the office be used? If there is much documentation and paperwork, filing system choices are worth spending some time considering.
Modern filing cabinets are available in wood finishes to match desk ranges, along with traditional metal varieties. Should floor space be at a premium,tambour cupboards are a wise choice, as instead of doors which open outwards, they benefit from having space saving rolling shutters.
All have exemplary inner storage fitments, such as lateral filing and roll out cradles, adjustable shelves etc.
3. Quality Whilst looking for value,consider quality as well.It is better to pay a little extra for a more lustily built office furniture range and rest assured that it will perform well in the coming years, than to pursue what appears to be a bargain and live with the consequences of having bought an inferior product. Check for product pedigree and look for substantial guarantees before purchase.
4. Budget
Consider the overall budget allocation. This must be realistic. Modern, high quality office furniture need not cost a fortune. But it is easy to get carried away'. Do some elementary groundwork. Muse over which items are absolute essentials first, before considering the items whichmight be nice just to own. Be aware of available options when purchasingoffice chairs for example. Before spending lavish amounts of the budget on expensive leather chairs, consider the abundance of hard wearing, attractive fabric coverered office chairs available.
5. Aesthetics
For the most part, whilst the initial requirement ofoffice furniture is how it functions, its looks and the comfort it offers for the people using it is greatly important. Comfortable, contented employees are the mainstay of any business. They will stay healthy, perform with fervour and be more productive when offered the ideal work place in which to operate.
