Creative, Elegant, and Professional Office Decoration Ideas
Creative, Elegant, and Professional Office Decoration Ideas
Productivity is a result of many external and internal factors. Since the office atmosphere is relatively easy to control, beautiful decor is one of the best ways to boost productivity and mood.
Here are ways to improve your office decor and keep employees motivated.
Be lavish with your brand's identity
Bi-monthly meetings are a great opportunity to remind employees about the company's brand and culture. But a daily reminder of what you stand for will yield better effects. We don't mean pasting the company's mission and vision statement in every room. A subtler approach can be more inspiring and effective.
If your company has distinct colors, incorporate them into your office space. You could invite an interior designer or prompt employees to create ideas. You'd be surprised at the talent you have right under your nose. Your decor could be as simply as painting the walls or as whimsical as creating a mural.
Hang beautiful art
Motivational quotes like "Either you run the day or the day runs you" are good for morale. But then, sometimes, it helps to look up from your desk to see a beautiful island basked in the sunset, or an abstract painting that inspires you and boosts creativity.
These don't have to be expensive. You can get several free stock photos on websites like Pixabay.com and print them on foam board posters. They will look just as beautiful and as inspiring, but for a fraction of the price! What's more, your imagination is your only limitation. You could have the northern lights or the Manhattan skyline in your office.
Skip the generic furniture
Large desks and drafting chairs are evident symbols of office spaces. However, the problem is that every office space has these types of furniture. Instead, switch things up with unique and custom-made furniture. It could be something as simple as a slim, long desk. After all, Google Docs has made sure that most offices don't need to handle as much paperwork.
Or, you could go for wall-mounted cabinets that go in every office area. The size and structure of your office will determine what you can reasonably do. If you need ideas, Pinterest is a great place to start.
Spruce up the common area
A common area is a place where employees go to relax, and so, it needs to be as comfortable as possible. Companies like Google have taken this concept to the next level by providing ping pong tables, buffets, and even VR games. However, your budget may not be as robust as these giants'.
Instead, try simple things like adding plants. Plants have been shown to reduce stress and increase office productivity. You can also try adding some of the previous tips, like unique furniture and beautiful art.
Many people spend at least a third of their working day in the office. That's a lot of time since another third is spent sleeping. It's crucial to have a relaxing and stimulating work environment, not just for employees, but also for clients.