- People love an agile work environment.
Members have said the flexibility to work in a variety of spaces to support different needs and interactions has massively improved their ability to focus, and 87% find that they work more productively in an office space than when working from home. - Connection is a basic human need.
A central hub of like-minded people, with a communal area such as tea point or kitchen, can connect people throughout the day. That 5 minute break can, and has, been able to refresh our thoughts. Family are great, but sometimes, they don’t like what you do, and they can’t offer you new ideas from a business perspective. - Suitable workstations boost productivity.
Ergonomic furniture (an office chair, not the sofa!) and up-to-date technology (like strong wifi and a decent printer!) ensures that you can do your job properly, without giving you or your team a back ache. - Break out spaces help refocus and re-energise your employees.
Research suggests that having a few short breaks from the screen during the working day will keep you motivated, and allow room for that room for natural conversation with your colleagues that may spark innovation. Free coffee and biscuits anyone? - Bringing nature inside helps.
People have an instinctive need to connect with nature and it is proven to boost productivity by 15%. If your workspace doesn’t have a plant – get one! All ours do, so you’re in safe hands with us. - Human-centric lighting systems actually help.
Many members have said they have been getting eye strain at home, maybe it’s the angle of their computer screen, maybe it’s their 5500 lumens lightbulb. Many offices are built with lighting in mind, ones that are said to improve wellbeing, mood and therefore productivity. Home lightbulbs can be too harsh for all-day every-day computer use. The greater the exposure to natural light, the better. - Workspaces provide opportunities make a good first impression.
Your office may be someone’s first glimpse of your brand – keep it open and allow people to see a welcoming, buzzing office that represents who you are. Your workplace should embody your brand, and reflect the type of work you do. - The space to Network, Collaborate, and Do Business is a must!
They say people buy from people. Well, we agree. What better way to get to know someone than in person? - Offices provide the space to Switch Off when it’s home time.
We’ve had many members say that it’s been quite difficult “switching off” when they have been working from the kitchen table. We’re firm believers in having a dedicated workspace to work, a dedicated space to eat, and a dedicated space to put your feet up. - Goodbye home clutter.
Being in a clean, fresh office space has helped many of you have a more efficient day (as well as your workforce). The office provides more space between you and the washing up. Now, do we have any other snacks in the house?
Another 10 reasons why we love the office.
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