Dianne Pajo
The design of your office can affect how the workspace runs. Your workspace must be efficient and organized but also bright and alive to have a successful business. Having a space that allows you and your employees to think freely and creatively is essential to having a productive team. Ditch the dull decor and tense atmosphere and invite colors and high vibrations. Here’s how you can incorporate creativity in your office workspace.
Reduce Your Clutter
First things first, you must do a spring cleaning. Although it’s fall, you should donate or trash items that don’t benefit you or the workspace. Keeping your spaces clean and organized will help keep the work area efficient. Having a cluttered desk means a cluttered mind, and we don’t want that! Invest in colorful and chic organizers and chalkboard labels to allow your employees to add their personal flair to their spaces.
Make the Space Bright and Lively
The best way to influence creative thinking is to have a bright and lively space. Lighting is key! You can’t expect greatness to manifest in dull areas. Invest in unique light fixtures and ditch the 1980s blinds, allowing the natural light in! Rooms with natural lighting are healthier, more stimulating, and help reduce stress.
Adorn your workspace with elements that show personality and color, such as plants and wall decor. Staring at blank walls is no fun—add a chalkboard wall or mural! Get creative with what you have to create a more relaxing and inviting space.
Create a Collaborative Culture
To incorporate creativity into your office workspace, you need to create an environment that influences collaboration. Introducing team building and having an open-door policy will encourage thinking creatively as a group and coming up with more complex and innovative ideas! Creativity is about thinking freely with no limitations. You never know who might have a billion-dollar idea.
Provide a “Hang Out” Common Area
To boost positivity in the workspace, you should create an atmosphere that isn’t tense and is more casual. Providing space where your employees can step away from their desks for a few minutes is important in the workspace. Some companies include games, couches, and fun wall decor to make the room feel comfortable. Taking a break to relax on a comfy couch can help boost creativity and productivity.
