If you have been doing your research about employee productivity, you might have found that offering an agile workplace which includes a flexible workplace where employees can choose where they like to work rather than being crammed in a cubicle or a tiny office — is a great way to increase employee engagement and production. Before… Read More »
Going green is not just for people. Many offices are becoming green as a way to support the environment. The methods that office spaces use to become environmentally friendly provides benefits to the company including increased productivity, cost savings, and a more inviting work area for employees. By adding a few eco-friendly features to an… Read More »
There are a lot of great ways to keep your employees engaged in the workplace, but one way that often gets ignored is office space. How employees use their space, how convenient it is for them, and how much they like that space, can all affect their state of mind when it comes to feeling… Read More »
If you offer a great office for your employees to work in, then you can draw in the best job candidates. Plus, employees are more likely to stay where they are rather than applying for other job positions in other companies if they like where they work. This means that creating exciting and attractive office space… Read More »
There are many trends in the world of office space design, but one of the biggest trends in office design is the incorporation of green office space. It is an important trend and making your office space green will have several benefits on your business. Saving money: Green office spaces save energy and materials. This will… Read More »
Getting work done can be quite difficult if your workspace has distractions. People need a place where they can focus on the work they want to get done. Everyone has a different style of how they can be productive. Sometimes employees are extremely efficient while working in an office, while other people need a variety… Read More »
Not every company has the resources to build an entirely new, energy-efficient green office space. That does not mean that your business can’t go green. There are numerous affordable ways to make small changes that when added together with others doing the same, will make a big difference. Whether your business already has an office space… Read More »
If you are looking at millennials in the workplace as a bit of a coin flip, think again. Trust us, it’s right for you, and here are a couple of reasons why. First: This is the most educated generation ever. Millennials generally hold a bachelor’s degree or higher; however, they graduated following the great recession… Read More »
For many reasons, renting medical office space for your practice may be more practical and profitable than purchasing a building to house your practice. Both processes can be time-consuming and stressful, here are 6 reasons you may want to rent vs. buy medical office space for your practice. Lower Costs – If you can find an… Read More »
Apple has been a revolutionary company since the beginning, when Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak were soldering electronic components in a garage. They’ve come a long way since those days, with a spectacular headquarters at the famous address of 1 Infinite Loop in Cupertino, California. Now Apple has outgrown even that facility and has started… Read More »
Companies with modern Workplace Strategies, that provide employees with a stimulating work environment, will usually improve employee retention and productivity. The new breed of employees display higher creativity and demand an environment that is both smart and pleasant. Dynamically aligning the work environment with the organization’s work flow to generate peak performance and reduce cost is… Read More »
Third Place Working is a new concept when it comes to office space design and the way businesses and developers develop their office space. It is new and innovative and many companies find third place working to increase productivity among their employees. In this day and age of being able to work from anywhere at any… Read More »
The idea of flexible workplaces began in the 1980s, when business centers developed. Regus, the worlds largest provider of flexible workplaces was founded in 1989. Overt time the idea of a flexible work environment has changed and expanded to allow for unique arrangements that now include coworking spaces, agile office space as well as many… Read More »
Mark Zuckerberg just posted a Facebook video showing us their new office space and telling us why they designed it as they did. The Facebook HQ office space is mostly open with desks spattered through-out, including his own. No private office for Mark… One thing I noticed was that the noise level was very low.… Read More »
The generation born after 1980, referred to as Millennials, have a completely different view of career and family life than their predecessors. They have just become the majority of the workforce in the US. Their shift in thinking creates a unique opportunity for companies of all sizes. With increasingly sophisticated employees who are not willing… Read More »
Choosing office space is an exciting and often challenging process for most business owners. Not only do you want a space that helps improve your business image, but you will also want a space that contributes to employee satisfaction and productivity. Considering that an employee spends on average over one-third of their day at the… Read More »
Leasing office space involves more than just thinking about location, price, and size. You have to find a space that meets those needs, but there are also many other considerations that you must factor into your decision so you can avoid mistakes when leasing office space. A good tenant representative, like the ones we have at… Read More »
Is encouraging a competitive workplace right for your business model? There’s no question that we live in a competitive business culture. Technology changes entire industries every year. Technology also creates industries, creates jobs and eliminates jobs every year. New forms of marketing engage consumers every year, and Businesses are now competing with both local business… Read More »
In the second quarter of 2015, the Seattle metro area — which includes the urban areas in King and Snohomish counties — led the nation’s metro markets in in office rental rate annual increases. While Seattle’s office rental rate increases are high, they are not the only office market in the US seeing significant increases… Read More »
When it comes to scouting out a new office space location, you may be in the mood to hit the ground running full speed ahead. Whether you have a small start-up company or you employ thousands, choosing an office space should not be taken lightly. We have put together a list of a few common mistakes… Read More »