INDUSTVILLE
CREATE A SPACE WITH WELLBEING
OFFICE INTERIOR DESIGN LIGHTING TRENDS
By Marketa Rypacek Managing Director , Industville Ltd
With the mood of employees having such a significant impact on the results of a company , it ’ s not surprising that employers are keen to design offices that motivate and stimulate their workforce . In recent years it has become clear that lighting has a big effect on people ’ s wellbeing , alertness and productivity at work . In the past , lighting design has often focused on lighting specific tasks , such as reading or looking at computer screens , which has been at the expense of how light affects the person . To strike the right balance , we need to light not just the task , but also the space and the person , so people can feel comfortable when carrying out their work .
Incorporating zones of decorative lighting will help to make the workplace feel more homely and cosy , also creating a happier work environment . With flexible working hours , the lines between work , home and social lives are much more blurred and therefore having a more homely vibe in the workplace will help staff to stay focused and keep creative juices flowing .
HUMAN-CENTRIC DESIGN : DESIGN WITH YOUR EMPLOYEES IN MIND
Biophilic design is becoming more than a trend ; it is a scientifically proven philosophy of our innate connection with nature and natural elements . Modern humans spend about 90 % of their time indoors , which has resulted in an outcry for a deeper connection with nature . This has inspired architects to use nature as the
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