For a typical office worker, the majority of time spent in
the workplace is spent sitting in a chair behind a desk. Because office workers
will spend a substantial amount of their working and waking hours in the office,
comfort and design play a huge role in how an office worker's day plays out.
For a typical office worker, the majority of time spent in
the workplace is spent sitting in a chair behind a desk. Because office workers
will spend a substantial amount of their working and waking hours in the
office, comfort and design play a huge role in how an office worker's day plays
out.
For this reason, careful selection and consideration is key
when it comes time to choosing the perfect office furniture. Here are 4 general
tips to consider that should help you choose the perfect office furniture for
you and your office space.
Decide What Your
Needs Are
First and foremost, start by determining the function, or
how your office space will be used and what furniture and major accessories you
will need to accommodate that function.
For some industries, wide computer monitors are a thing of the past and
executive-sized desks are no longer practical. For offices that need plenty of
storage space, filing cabinets are a must. If clients spend time in your
office, accommodations such as seating and side tables are a good idea. Once
you've determined the basics, you can move on to the smaller accessories.
Comfort is Key
Considering the many hours spent sitting in an office chair,
when shopping for comfortable office chairs, it is important to test the chairs
so that you know you've found one that you'll be able to sit on for hours
without discomfort. Not all office
furniture is one-size-fits-all, so being able to test a chair along with a desk
is a great way to determine if the setup is ideal for you.
Office designers understand how many hours are spent in the
office, so ergonomic designs in the office are easy to find for both
furnishings and smaller office supplies and desk accessories.
Determine the Layout
and Location
Know the dimensions of the office space you are furnishing
so that the furniture you choose fits perfectly the first time. This sounds
basic, however, be aware of dimensions surrounding windows and the locations of
electrical outlets in the office. These details could play a big role in
determining exactly which desk you choose and if a chair will move freely
within the space.
Design your ideal
environment
Since you'll be spending a large part of your day in your office,
choose your furniture to reflect your design tastes. Office furniture is
available in different styles such as contemporary or traditional so you'll
have no problem finding pieces that suit your taste. And you don't have to rely solely on overhead
office lighting as lamps are a functional way to add effect to your office
environment.
