Office Space

6 Tips for Creating Shared Workspaces

The office as we once knew it, is gone. And employee retention is harder than it once was to achieve. So how do you keep employees happy in their workplace, yet productive and focused on the needs of the business? Creating collaborative spaces for teamwork, along with smaller spaces for privacy and concentration can be achieved, and take productivity to a new a whole new level.

How Much Does Office Space Cost

Your new business is going well but you’ve run out of space and need to move into an office. But where should you start? How much should you budget for office space, and what’s included? Understanding how space costs are calculated, the different classes of office space and how to identify your needs can seem daunting. Learn how to estimate your office leasing costs.

The Value of Working in an Office

Not everyone is set up to work from home. Not everyone WANTS to work from home. So, as a business owner wondering if the “temporary” work-at-home structure should become permanent, you may want to consider what that means for your employees. What’s the value of working in an office? 

Top Office Design Trends in 2024

The office of today is not what it used to be. The pandemic changed the way we work. But in most cases, the shift has been a positive experience. In this article, “Top office design trends to consider in 2024,” you’ll find some interesting topics giving employers the upper edge when it comes to the well-being of their employees, as well as their bottom line.

How Much Office Space Do I Need?

If you’re planning to purchase or lease office space, you might be wondering just how much space you actually need. There are several questions to ask yourself. One is “what are my current needs?” You will also need to think about the future. Are you planning to add employees? Estimating needs for growth now can save you a lot of money in the future. Learn more about the best way to calculate your office space needs.

Spice Up Your Design

You’re proud of the business you’ve built and the team that keeps it going, but can’t help but wonder: is it time for change? Consider your office design. Maybe not the Nordic open concept design or dreaded cubicle farm, but what are some ways to add unique touches to your workspace? Check out this article with novel ways to change things up.

Tips For Organizing Your Workspace

The holidays are over and it’s time to tackle business in the New Year, but your desk is too cluttered to start. Step one: get organized! Whether working from the office or at home—or both—it’s difficult to focus with overflowing file cabinets and dozens of pens and Post-It Note reminders scattered across your workspace. Organizing will help to clear your physical and mental space and provide the inspiration needed to take charge of your work in 2023.

Change your environment

Working from home during the pandemic may have been ideal for many small businesses, but having an office at home changed their work-life balance. A short commute, extremely casual dress code and more time with family were great—for a time. But physically separating work and home environments is better for more than your mental health.

Should You Lease or Buy Office Space?

This is not an easy question to answer. There are pros and cons to each. For example, when you lease, those payments are tax-deductible. Also, your commitment level can be short-term, allowing you an “out” as your business outgrows the space. Plus, most of the maintenance and repairs are not your responsibility. However, if you are committing for the long term, want the option to rent unused space to others, and be able to sell the building when you’re ready, purchasing might be a better alternative.