Active Workplace Group has a wealth of experience in space planning, and we have seen that the demand for flexible furniture that was initially accelerated in the pandemic, continues grow in demand 6 years on.
But why? We see four key reasons.
- Organisations want to achieve more with less – after all it’s the nature of business. Making the best use of available square footage often means that areas must be multi-purpose with ‘moveable’ and ‘modular’ being key watch words.
- Smart clients want to retain valuable talent, and they need their employees to be both physically and mentally comfortable in order to maximise their engagement. From ergonomics to biophilic design, offices need to incorporate wellbeing more than ever before.
- Conscious office designs mean less need for change. When an office has been designed well it is less likely that the client will need to find more or less space as their needs change. Fewer relocations, fewer new leases.
- Sustainability is huge on the business agenda. Clever space planning means we consume fewer resources – better for the client and better for the planet.
Optimal Space
Getting the best from flexible furniture involves its strategic placement to maximise space and enhance workflow. Items, such as modular workstation desks and space dividers, play a crucial role in effective space planning. They can be rearranged to accommodate different team sizes and work styles and moved around to create private spaces in an open-plan office.
Personal Comfort
Great ergonomics matter. From executive desks that adjust to a preferred height, through to office chairs that provide optimal comfort for long hours, flexibility in office furniture design plays a pivotal role in enhancing work efficiency. For instance, height-adjustable desks, allow employees to switch between sitting and standing positions. This flexibility not only reduces the risk of physical strain but also boosts energy levels, leading to increased productivity.
Multi-Purpose Spaces
Mobile meeting boards provide a portable solution for presentations and discussions, offering flexibility in where and how meetings are conducted. Innovative pods of various sizes provide a flexible solution for creating private spaces in open-plan offices. They enable focused work and confidential discussions.
Sustainability
By accommodating multiple functions, the right furniture can reduce the need for several separate pieces of furniture, leading to cost savings and minimised environmental resource use. This benefit can be further enhanced by re-using or re-purposing existing assets or buying second-hand. Our expert joinery team make light work of modifying items to fit in new spaces and at the end of life, Active has a great network of charity partners who are happy to prevent unwanted furniture from entering the waste stream.
Conclusion
Furniture is a valuable investment and making the right choices for items that are flexible and ergonomic as well as stylish and practical can save you serious outlay in the future. Reach out to Active Workplace Group if you would like to discuss any of our furniture services:
- Space Planning
- Furniture catalogue of latest designs from our partner network
- Joinery
- Second-life items
- Resale or redistribution of unwanted items
- Furniture fit-out or relocation
Looking for a workplace partner that can do it all? Active Workplace Group brings every workplace service together under one roof. Contact our team today to discuss your requirements and see how much time, cost and complexity you could save with a fully integrated solution.
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