Dividers and Partitions and Cubicles, Oh My!
Businesses everywhere are adjusting their open-plan offices to match a COVID-adjacent reality. Because every office has unique goals, there’s a lot to consider. Reputable contract office furniture companies, like InterWork, offer office planning and project management services that will help you optimize your office space. Lots of Choices Dividers, partitions, and cubicles may all […]
Healthcare Furniture and What You Need to Know Now
Did you know that there were more than 6,000 hospitals in the US in 2018 that received an estimated number of 36 million patients in total? The total number of country-wide hospitals is expected to increase in the future as more funds are directed towards the US healthcare system. Some of these funds are spent on new […]
Returning To The Workplace
Are you in the process of designing a new office space for your business and want to follow new guidelines to help keep employees safe and productive? If you are in the beginning stages of planning a new office space, you must consider whether cubicles or private offices are a better choice for your business. Part […]
Tips for Selecting Healthcare Furniture
Updating an office space can be a fun yet complicated process. However, if that office space is a healthcare facility, many other issues have the potential to create problems. Construction codes and health requirements are difficult enough to plan around. Choosing the appropriate healthcare furniture is one of the easier steps to completing a remodel. […]
Save Money and the Environment
Office furniture often retains its usefulness far longer than its tenure in the office would indicate. Companies remodel, refashion, and reinvent their office aesthetic, but they rarely recycle their office furniture. According to the EPA, this out-with-the-old philosophy leads to millions of tons of office surplus being dumped in our landfills every year. It doesn’t […]
3 Reasons Why You Should Designate Space for a Training Room
Technology continues to affect our lives in surprising ways and to make ever more inroads into our businesses and colleges. With this technological influx comes a significant learning curve, and office training sessions have become crucial to ongoing business success. As such, you need to give your training space more than just a cursory thought. […]
Biophilia – Bringing Nature into the Office to Reduce Stress
It’s no secret that more and more people are spending more and more time indoors. It’s also true that more than fifty percent of global citizens live in urban – rather than rural – settings. Interacting with nature and the great outdoors, however, can improve well-being. Nature’s Soothing Effects Nature has a calming affect […]
Do More with Less Space
Get the Most Out of Even the Smallest Office Space Space limitations can affect any type business, and rarely does a company find a space that meets all of all of its needs. Sometimes, businesses choose to make do with a smaller space than would be ideal in order to save money on rent, while […]
5 Questions for Better Office Space Planning
Careful planning of your office space can increase productivity and the satisfaction of your employees, making it beneficial for everyone. However, while you may be adept at running your own business, you may not have a thorough knowledge of office design. For this reason, it extremely important to consult with an office planning professional when […]
Tearing Down Walls and Putting Up Dividers
Walls are not the only mechanism for attractively and effectively dividing your office space. In fact, open-office plans are becoming increasingly popular. Although not everyone thrives in an open environment, office dividers and partitions can help minimize the negative attributes of an open office and maximize the positive. Consider the needs of your office and […]
Frequent Steps Missed During an Office Relocation
Planning an office relocation can be a stressful time whether you are moving across town or across the country. Things can, and likely will, be forgotten. Having a well thought out project plan helps eliminate leaving out an important step. Put that plan in writing and make sure to share it with all the key […]
Project Management Services Can Streamline Your Office Relocation
When facing a significant project in your company that requires many moving pieces, you most likely assign a person or team to lead that program. It’s very rare that an organization would simply allow all the members to do as they please. Every successful company has a system of organization that keeps them productive by delegating […]
Four Ways Ergonomic Furniture Can Increase Productivity
Ergonomic office furniture is an excellent choice for increasing productivity in your workspace. Chairs that use ergonomic science are created to aid in the health and well-being of your employees. The science behind it increases your employees’ health which leads to improved mental health making the environment of the office more positive and the office […]
Five Reasons to Buy New Furniture During Your Office Remodel
So, it’s time for an office remodel. You have a lot of decisions to make, and furniture is a top priority. You want all the elements to fit into your desired outcome. Typically, new office furniture gets the maximum use out of all your expenses. While it may seem cost-effective to reuse what you already […]
What Should You Outsource for Office Relocation?
Office Relocation Outsourcing Likely, the talent in your office is not in the business of relocating offices, furniture, and staff. They were hired for a purpose specific to your business that does not likely incorporate moving. Most employees actually find moving offices very stressful, in both their personal and professional lives. In order to maximize productivity […]
Office Remodel: When is it Time to Remodel Your Office?
Are you ready for an office remodel? The cost and upheaval during renovation may be holding you back, but in many instances, the cost of the remodel and a few weeks of inconvenience are worth it. If you are struggling to decide if an office remodel is something you should do, read some of the signs that […]
Tips for Selecting a Project Manager for Your Office Relocation
When preparing for an office relocation, there are numerous factors to consider. Above all, you must find the right office location for your business. Whether you are moving to expand your operation, to cut down on overhead costs, or somewhere in between, the location and layout of your future office can improve staff productivity and […]
How to Take Full Advantage of Your Office Relocation
The concept of an office relocation can be quite daunting. There are numerous things to consider when contemplating a move. While the process of moving can be time-consuming and a lot of hard work, it can also be a rewarding and, in some instances, a cost savings adventure. Why would you want to move your office? […]
Why Everybody Loves Refurbished Furniture
Many people enjoy the process of going to purchase new furniture at a large furniture store. The thought of being able to buy the latest designs on the market and selecting items that all come from the same structural group and color design. Let’s not forget that new furniture smell. However, other people love the […]
Four Things to Consider During an Office Relocation
When you’re in the middle of an office remodel or office relocation, you must consider your IT needs. If it is not the time to update your equipment, your current equipment is still a concern. When you don’t consider your phone and computer equipment during your office relocation, you will end up with a system […]
Should You Buy New or Refurbished Office Furniture
Your office environment plays a significant role in the overall productivity of the office staff. Thankfully, this doesn’t mean you need to go out and purchase the newest, most expensive furniture on the market. You don’t even need to buy all modern furnishings. Most importantly, you need to ensure that your office design is functional and […]
How to Equip a Small Office Space
Does your business have small office spaces? How about your entire operation? Is your square footage space limited for the number of employees that you employee? If you plan correctly, you can equip a small office space and leave it feeling comfortable for your staff. What tips are available to help equip a small office […]
What Can You Do with Old Furniture After an Office Remodel
When contemplating an office remodel, you may wonder what to do with your old furniture. It is an exciting time for your business to be preparing for a new look and feel for your office. However, you currently have a fully furnished office. What do you do with your old stuff? There are several options […]
Office design with Introverts in Mind
Introverts – every office has a few. The trend away from quiet workspaces and toward open plans, however, can leave introverts in the lurch. Open plans can be great for fostering fluid collaborations, but introverts are often at their most innovative and productive when working in dedicated quiet spaces that provide them with the peace […]
How to Make Benching Workstations Work for Your Office
Benching workstations are open-concept furnishings that allow employees to work side by side at a shared table rather than at separate desks or in separate cubicles. This furniture style contributes to the open concept and can be highly effective when appropriately implemented. Carefully consider your office’s needs, your employees’ preferences, and the pros and cons […]