Design

Art - 'the expression of human creative skill and imagination. Typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power'. Adding a deeper philosophical meaning to both the culture and aesthetics of your office space, art is something which can be enjoyed by all - something that leaves a lasting impression on anyone entering or leaving the building.

Adaptive reuse is the process of reusing an old building for a purpose different from which it was built, be it residential, commercial or religious. We look at the positive effects it can have on environment, economy and office design.

Whilst the outdoors has many mental and physical health benefits, it can be difficult to integrate this into your workspace. However, there is a solution by incorporating Biophilia within your office. It may sound philosophical, but its so much more than this as its been proven to support cognitive function, and both psychological well-being and physical health. As the pandemic continues to make WFH a more favourable position, making small changes in your space to include the biophilic concept could help to encourage your employees to come back into the office.

You only get one chance to make a first impression. B2B businesses offer services rather than tangible products meaning your office reception design is your shop front therefore your reception will need to be both aesthetically pleasing and functional.

Officeinsight have recently designed and refurbished Hermes’ existing Head Office to align with the company’s vision. We have created an inspiring place to work and an exciting place for their people to be. Using technology, we have created an immersive experience for colleagues and visitors to allow stakeholders to dip their toes into the Hermes brand. As a team, we have carried the brief, including wellbeing, connectivity and supporting the customer journey throughout the fit-out.

We look into the benefits of using mood boards as a professional designer and how they can help when dealing with clients in the office fit out space and beyond.

With the lockdowns easing throughout the country and employees going back into the workspace, it is essential to consider your staff's wellbeing. Many of us may be anxious about the overall return to work however, the precautionary measure's employers can take within the general layout of the office space may solve many modes of concern.