Using the Right Furniture to Optimize Work Productivity

When it comes to choosing furniture for workspaces, many business owners are torn between: (1) A furniture set that is visually appealing or (2) finding something tremendously functional yet not very attractive. The good news is, there is a way to showcase both. The key is in being familiar with the work patterns of your employees in order to maximize your resources.

If you want to boost the level of work productivity in your DC office space, using the right kind of furniture might just do the trick. Here are some things to keep in mind:

Work Pattern Is Essential—Discover It
Start-up owners have the upper hand in terms of team management. Since you’re still in the process of building your team, you can use it to your advantage. Learn your employees’ work habits and find the most suitable equipment that will make them more efficient. In fact, giving the right kind of tools to the right people will do more than just make them productive—it will encourage limitless creativity and innovation.

Color, Light, and Space Matters
Color, light, and space are three of the most basic office elements known to affect employee performance. Various colors and light levels have different psychological impacts. Shades of blue and green tend to unleash a person’s creative juices, while red improves focus and attention to detail. Space and ergonomics also play a big role in increasing employee efficiency. Keep this in mind when selecting a workspace for your start-up.

Rounded Furniture Must Be Arranged Wisely
Some business owners and start-ups have the luxury of choosing a particular office space. Consider selecting a layout and furniture that is rounded or curved rather than pointed and sharp. Rounded furniture helps create an environment that is linked to positive emotions, which are highly beneficial for creativity and productivity. Furniture with sharp edges are said to radiate feelings of individuality, which isn’t bad at all—in the right conditions.

Metro Offices has a range of office space solutions, including private offices, team spaces, FlexDesk®, executive suites in Washington, DC, and more. Our goal is to provide an exclusive working environment that showcases the specific needs of your team. Additionally, if you need an office space for just a day, our day office solutions will surely work for you. We have fully furnished offices and meeting rooms that you can choose from—all located in class-A trophy buildings throughout the DC metropolitan area.

To know more about our office space solutions, just call us at (703) 871-5208 today or fill out our online contact form to get a quote.

Kathlene Buchanan

As the founder of Metro Offices, she has championed workspace innovation since 1989, inspired by the creativity and drive of their 30,000+ clients. Woman-owned and locally focused, the company tailors its spaces to meet the unique needs of every business.

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