Creating The Perfect Office Environment
If you’re responsible for the well-being of your employees, it’s important to think about how they spend their day at work. Not only is this good for their mental health, but it can also help them to be more productive and creative when working. A comfortable office environment can make a big difference in how happy your employees are. Here are some ways that you can create a workplace that promotes well-being:
The Importance Of Good Lighting
It’s no secret that light has a profound effect on our mood, energy levels and sleep patterns. The amount of natural lighting you have access to can contribute greatly to your productivity at work. To get the most out of your office environment, keep good lighting in mind.
The ideal amount of natural or artificial light for productivity is 500 lux, lux is a unit of measurement for illuminance. Additionally, lux measures how much light comes into an area from one source. It tells you how bright or dim something is compared to what it would be if all sources were lit equally.
Squeaky Clean Shared Kitchen And Toilets
It’s important to keep your shared kitchen and loos clean. They are used by everyone in the office, so they need to be tidy at all times. It’s also important to remember that communal areas are defined as shared spaces, so it’s up to all of us to look after them.
Ritzy’s common areas, including kitchens and toilets, are of the highest standard. We take great pride in their cleanliness and equipment.
The kitchen is spacious and well-lit, with a microwave, toaster, dishwasher and refrigerator. The appliances are always spotlessly clean. The kitchen is at the rear of the building, and its window overlooks green space.
We have high quality fittings in our toilet facilities and a separate shower room.
Welcoming Common Areas
A common area is a space set aside in your office that allows employees to interact with one another away from the desks. Common areas provide employees with opportunities to relax, socialise and meet outside of their respective workstations.
Common-area elements include:
- A comfortable place to sit (a couch, chairs).
- A TV or computer monitor for entertainment purposes.
- Small tables where people can eat lunch together.
The Effect That Plants Have on An Atmosphere And Wellbeing
It’s no surprise that plants have a positive effect on the atmosphere of an office environment, but they also benefit both workers and businesses. Studies have shown that they encourage higher levels of employee satisfaction, which may lead to lower staff turnover rates.
Plants can have a significant effect on our health and well-being. They are known to be able to reduce stress and improve mood, as well as increase concentration levels and help boost productivity.
Benefits Of Being In A Peaceful OFFICE Environment
You might be wondering why a peaceful office environment is so important. Here are some of the benefits.
If you’re looking to improve your productivity, a relaxing and peaceful environment could be the key. Research shows that stress can decrease your ability to concentrate and make decisions. In addition, increased levels of cortisol (a hormone produced by the brain) can cause memory loss and affect how well you think. All these factors combined mean that it’s harder for your mind to function at its best when you’re stressed out.
Our peaceful meeting room is at the rear of the building, so there is an aura of calm for your business meetings, and it’s adjacent to both kitchen and washroom facilities.
Benefits Of All Of These On Our Mental Health And Wellbeing
For most of us, the office is a place to work and get things done. But for many people, it can be a hub of stress and anxiety. It’s hard to focus or be productive when you’re not in the right environment. When you feel stressed out, your brain doesn’t function well and you can’t operate at full capacity. Luckily, there are offices focused on calming atmospheres where you can witness improved productivity and overall mental health.
The Opposite Is Insidious
It can be especially challenging for those who work in an office environment with poor air quality, little natural light and no access to a peaceful open space where they can relax. This kind of environment affects mental well-being. The effects are insidious, they creep up unnoticed. Over time, you may have discovered yourself becoming distracted or irritable and perhaps you’ve found it difficult to concentrate on the tasks at hand.
Ritzy Offices Is A Great Option
We think that our Ritzy Offices will be the perfect solution for small businesses or corporations looking to establish a presence in Swindon. There are small offices available for owner-managed businesses or solo workers, as well as larger spaces that can be shared by two or three co-workers.
The entire building, including its offices and common areas, have been refurbished and modernised. The reception is impressive with chic decor and comfortable seating for guests waiting to meet clients or colleagues. The offices have been freshly painted and furnished. All you need to bring is your personal office equipment and you are ready for business.
When you are welcoming a number of visitors or need space to spread out, our well-equipped meeting room is just the ticket. The room holds 6 people comfortably and comes with all equipment needed for an effective teambuilding session.
Ritzy Office Features
- Gas and electricity are included in your monthly rental.
- High-speed broadband is included and available in all rooms.
- Office furniture desks, chairs and drawer units are included.
- Telephone equipment and calls included.
- Secure key-fob access is provided.
- 24/7 access.
Conclusion
It’s really important to take care of the people in your office or shared workspace. The better their experience, the more productive and happy they will be, which means less stress on you as an employer. If you’re looking for some ideas on how to create this kind of office environment yourself, then check out our blog post on creating a positive working environment!