With all this talk about spring cleaning and ‘a change is as good as a rest’, you might be wondering whether it’s time to start thinking about an office revamp of your own. The thing is, how do you know when it’s time? Redesigning or simply redecorating an office is a time consuming and costly thing, so you want to be sure you’re not being a little premature in your decision. So, how often should you think about revamping?
Deciding whether to revamp or not really comes down to a few questions:
- Does your space look out of date? – When you look around your space does it look like it belongs in the last decade? Are your office desks more out of date than retro?
- Have your staffing levels increased? – If people are becoming a little low on space, perhaps it’s time to move things around
- Are things falling apart or breaking often? – Perhaps it’s time to switch to new, premium office furniture and replace the old in that case?
- How long has it been since you revamped last time? – Can you even remember?
Ask yourself these questions and then make your own personal decision. There is no hard and fast rule in terms of a timescale, but it’s important to make sure that your space is fresh and looks the part; remember, first impressions count for a lot, and ensuring your staff have a comfortable and enjoyable place to work is vital.
Perhaps think about changing small things first, if you’re low on cash or time. You could incorporate white office furniture as a starting point – that would certainly make a huge change if you’ve had darker shades in the past. Add some greenery and notice the differences there too. Small steps can often make a huge splash, but it’s important to plan your revamp carefully if you’re going for a larger project.
Are you considering an office revamp?