July 10, 2018

3 Expert Office Space Planning Tips

When you are looking for commercial property for rent or to purchase, there are a few things to keep in mind that can be extremely helpful. Effective use of the office space is key. Making the most of floor plans can keep your business profitable and your balance sheet healthy. Neglecting the planning of an office space can also cost you efficiency and lots of money.

Rakow Group can help clients find the ideal commercial property for rent or for sale, and we assist them in creating an office space that will allow their business to flourish. We have prepared the following list of 3 expert office space planning tips in order to help you take your next office space real estate to another level.

1. Decide on an Open or Closed Floor Plan

This is a critical decision during the initial steps of choosing your office space real estate. Consider what kind of office space you want for your loyal employees. Do you want an open office plan that offers easy modification, collaboration between employees, and reduced costs? Or perhaps a closed space that can provide more privacy, an environment conducive to concentration, and limited noise for your employees? Asking yourself these types of questions is a great idea prior to deciding on any office space real estate.

2. Don’t Neglect the Lighting

When you think about it, you and your employees will be spending a huge amount of time in the office space you are designing. That’s why lighting is so important within the office. The proper lighting can create a comfortable environment conducive to productivity and good moods. A dark space can be depressing and can have a negative impact on health, mood, and overall well-being. Natural light is always important. Keep lighting in mind during your office space real estate planning and your employees will be much happier.

3. Plan for Growth

Every business is striving for success. Sometimes, success means growing the number of employees in your business. Expert tip number three on planning the perfect office space is to plan for growth. Think about how many employees you will have in 6 months or a year. More people means more traffic within the common areas of the office. It means that meeting rooms and private offices will be occupied more often. You don’t want to find yourself in an office space that feels cramped and inadequate for the number of hard-working employees you have.