Workspace Design Trends That Will Rule This Year
With a new year come new trends, and as we enter a new decade, we’re seeing some exciting innovations in the interior design industry. According to trend forecasters, 2020 will be the year when companies will make a shift towards creating more mindful, sustainable, flexible, and wellness-oriented working environments as a way of enhancing their employees’ productivity while also being eco-friendly and more considerate about their impact on the environment. In this article, we’ll be explaining these major trends in detail, so if you’re interested in learning more about what’s currently hot in the office interior design world, scroll on! Flexibility for a more dynamic workspace Creating a flexible and dynamic environment to ensure space maximization is one of the major trends we can expect to blow up in 2020. A modern, dynamic workspace has to be able to meet workers’ needs, and the best way to achieve that is to give the workers the opportunity to transform the workspace whenever there’s a need for that. Increasing workspace flexibility can easily be achieved by incorporating furnishings and elements that are versatile and lightweight enough that they can easily be moved around the office (think furniture with wheels). Other than ensuring these furnishings and elements are ergonomic, they also need to be able to convert into a different office element that workers can use. Desks, tables, and walls can all be multi-functional elements that can help workers transform the office space and accommodate their needs, whether they’re looking to transform a private office into a meeting room or make some space for a production studio. Mindful workspace design Today more than ever, companies are taking into consideration the effects their workspace has on the environment, which is why they’re taking a more sustainable approach when it comes to office design. Promoting sustainability is high up on the list of priorities for many employers, and this largely affects the type of materials and furnishings they incorporate into their work environment. In 2020, we expect to see a shift towards more sustainable, eco-friendly versions of office elements. Employers can make their workspaces green by choosing sustainable office furniture made from materials such as cork, bamboo, recycled metal and plastic, as well as reclaimed lumber. Aside from this, we’re also expecting to see more companies investing in high-quality furnishings. Because they’re long-lasting, these furnishings could eliminate the need to replace furnishings every couple of years. In other words, fewer furnishings are going to end up in the landfill, thus ensuring a sustainable, mindful workspace design. Optimized office lighting design There are a plethora of articles that highlight the benefits of proper lighting on...
Tips On Establishing a Favorable Relationship With Sales People
First off all do not waste the time of the salespeople. When you enter a store with the sole purpose to scout through the racks and you are approached by a salesman explain that you are just looking through and that if you need assistance you will call for him. This way you will let the salespeople to take care of other responsibilities of theirs instead of wasting their time. Don’t pressure the salespeople in the store to immediately pay attention to you. Instead wait until one of the employees is free and approach him on your own. On the other hand if you require special assistance while shopping, pick up less busy hours of the day for your shop visit thus you won’t have to bump into the high traffic of customers when everyone has a question and seeks the attention of the salespeople. Don’t underestimate the usefulness and knowledge of the salespeople. A lot of people don’t realize how helpful vendors can be if they are simply approached nicely. For example if you have entered a hardware store and you are looking for a truck mounted carpet cleaner don’t be reluctant to ask the employees of the store for help. They will most likely show you the best truck mounted carpet cleaner that you can afford and even more they will turn your attention on the cleaners that are sold at a discount at the moment. Never trash the racks of a shop by randomly placing the items that you have picked-up but you’ve suddenly lost interest in. Even more return the items at their proper places. This will be much appreciated by the salespeople and they will be more willing to help you find the products that you are looking for. When you start a conversation with a vendor be polite and ask him about his day, his family and etc. This will create a bond between you and him which will ease your communication an fruitful...
Christmas Party Don’ts
That embarrassing time of the year is near once again – the time for the office Christmas party. There is something about it every year that makes me shiver with fragmentary memories, drowned in excessive consumption of alcohol. Not that I am that much of a party animal or that I lack self control, there is just something in the air that drives even the quietest, most level-headed people to go extremes. In my mind, the worst part is that there is always someone with false good intentions who makes pictures, or even videos, of everyone’s most embarrassing moments. This year, I have my mind settled on changing everything up, and leaving the Christmas party with my dignity intact! The only question is how to do it… Basically, I need to research what drives everyone insane. Is it the ridiculous festive clothing which most of the colleagues deem mandatory, or the “opportunity” to showcase their inner party animal, and “glamorous” out-of-the office style? Most importantly, how do we all manage to show our worst, and keep our jobs – a mystery… Without further ado, I will offer you my conclusions, and, naturally, a list of Christmas party don’ts: 1. Don’t Wear Christmas Decoration You may be the greatest Christmas enthusiast of all times but, frankly, save the overly-Christmas-y behaviour for your loved ones. At the office, no one will be thrilled to see you wearing a tinsel instead of a belt, or using garlands instead of necklaces, letting baubles dangle on your years, braiding mistletoe in your hair (especially if you are over 20), and so on. In a couple of words leave the Christmas tree decoration in peace, where it belongs. 2. Don’t Go All Out with the Party Dress You might want to showcase your perfect figure, which usually stays semi-hidden underneath the business suit but try to restrain yourself from going overboard with the little black dress. You want to show off your legs – that is fine by me, as long as all everyone sees are your legs and nothing north of them, no matter how passionate you dance. 3. Don’t Take Out the Reindeer Sweater Unless you are invited to an ugly Christmas sweater party, don’t even think of going to the office party with one. Not only will you look ridiculous, especially if you are anywhere near a colleague who has decided to dismiss my warning number two. There is no woman or a man in the world that will think it is cute, tolerable perhaps, but not cute. 4. Don’t Abuse the Alcohol While the idea to let yourself go, and have...
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