Office space planning never stands still. There are always new trends, ideas and concepts floating around, from innovative new products to creative colour schemes to ways of organising files. Some of them are just gimmicks, but others have fundamentally changed the way offices work. The question is, which of today’s current trends are here to stay – and which are likely to go the way of the dodo?
To help you see the wood for the trees, we’ve put together a quick guide to the trends we think are here for the long haul.
The latest trends in a nutshell
Want to future-proof your office? Keep a close eye on these trends…
- Hybrid working: The Covid-19 pandemic certainly helped this trend gain traction, but the reality is that it was already becoming big before we went into lockdown. Employees today increasingly expect a degree of flexibility from their workplace, preferring to work from home some (or all) of the time. Different employees have different needs and preferences, so it’s important to reflect this in your office design. Flexibility is key, and the latest furniture innovations can help you achieve it. From mobile meeting tables to portable desks and lightweight breakout furniture, the latest products allow offices to be reconfigured in minutes.
- Hot desking: Speaking of flexibility, hot desking is another current trend we’re expecting to become a permanent fixture. If you’re not familiar with the term, it essentially means employees have no fixed workstation, instead being free to work from a different part of the office each day. It has a whole host of benefits, so we’re not surprised it’s proving popular.
- Sustainability: Businesses are becoming more and more aware of their responsibilities in terms of sustainability. Designing an office that utilises sustainably-sourced materials is a great way to not only reduce your environmental impact but also reinforce your wider sustainability goals.
- Wellbeing: Employees’ mental health and overall wellbeing should be a key consideration for any business – and the design and layout of your office can have a significant impact. From installing partitions to improve privacy to incorporating dedicated breakout spaces, there are a whole host of ways to keep your team happy at work.
Want advice? Speak to the pros at Plann:d
If you’re not sure which trends will work for your business, you’ve come to the right place. With decades of combined industry experience, our team of experienced office space planners can create a cutting edge space that’s fit for the future. As a leading office interior design company, we’ve helped companies across the UK create the office of their dreams. Could yours be next? Get in touch today to arrange your free initial consultation.
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