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Considerations Before Your Office Renovation

Admin • Dec 04, 2019

If you are considering an office renovation, there are some special considerations to think about. When your current office is no longer meeting the needs of your business, whether the space is cramped or dated, an office renovation is a wonderful morale boost and can have an impact on the staff's productivity.

A renovation is also an opportunity to help modernize the brand of your business while addressing the practical concerns of your space. While the concept of an office administration seems daunting, you will have a proper workspace if you consider the following tips during the project.

Consider Your Office's Needs

One of the first items you should consider is the needs of your office. As you plan, think about some of the things you would like but do not have, or those things you do have and are not necessary.

For example, consider if you truly need a conference room or if the space can be of better use elsewhere. Think about the space you need for each employee. Consider what you prefer for a floor plan, whether it is an open floor plan or private offices. Think about the needs of your IT department and if your office needs technological upgrades. Also, think about the common areas.

Think About Your Employees During the Renovation

You need to create an atmosphere conducive to the operation of your business as the construction happens. If you plan to stay in your space during the renovation, you need to figure out where your employees can comfortably and efficiently work. Plan to optimize the space you have while undergoing the renovation.

You have several options. You could set your employees up to work remotely on a temporary basis if your company can make this accommodation. If this is not possible, have the renovation happen in segments throughout your office so you only have to relocate a few employees at a time. Perhaps you can set up a temporary work station in a conference room or common area.

Your other option is to rent temporary office space to work from while the renovation is going on. This is a good idea if the renovation is expansive and requires the demolition of the space all at one time. This will be a costlier option, but will cause the least amount of disruption.

Consider the Finishing Touches

An office renovation does not stop at the construction phase. You also need to think about the overall look of the space and think about the finishing touches. The furniture and decorative components make a large impact on the space.

You may want to create a comfortable area for guests to wait with soft chairs and serene décor. If your new office design consists of a collaborative working environment, consider the seating options for your employees. Do you want to offer alternative seating arrangements, such as sofas and chairs, or do you want to keep everyone at a desk or work station?

Think about these things at the beginning of the renovation. You have a multitude of options to choose from for your finished space. You can even customize your office furniture to reflect your brand.

An office renovation is an arduous process that takes a lot of thought and preparation. You will have many decisions to make. In addition, think about the timeline for the project so you will know how long you have to remain in limbo throughout the renovation.

If you have any questions or ideas about an office renovation project, please contact us at United Constructors of Texas. We are happy to work with you on this project.

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