The secrets of a successful office interior design

When moving to a new office or undertaking a refurbishment, there’s much to consider: from ceilings, floors, furnishings, lighting and cabling to all the other elements that will create a productive and efficient workplace, so what are the secrets of a successful office interior design?           

What do you need to know to ensure that your new office interior design looks great and works perfectly for your business?

Budget for success 

“Budget is generally the most important driver,” says Bill Wedd from Cunic Constructions. “It will determine what you can achieve for the space and the number of people working there.”

Of course, budgeting for office fitouts will depend on the needs of your business. It will also depend on whether you are taking over an empty shell or refurbishing an existing space. 

Converting a space from one use to another (such as a warehouse to a design studio) may involve a great deal of additional work with planning authorities.

The professional edge

In addition to avoiding delays and budget blow-outs, your finished office should be true to your original vision and everything perfect before you move in. Choosing a specialist who works to fixed time scales and costs can give you real peace of mind. 

“Look for someone with a reputation for getting the job done on time, on budget, on brief and with no hiccups along the way,” says Bill. 

Ask for references or testimonials from previous customers - if your chosen contractor is reputable, they should be more than happy to oblige.

Ask the right questions

Office interior design can be complicated, so it’s important to choose a specialist who will make the process as smooth as possible for your business. Some questions to ask include:

• ·Can they provide references?
• ·Have they completed similar projects?
• ·Can they arrange a site visit to see a finished project or one that is in progress?
• ·How long have they been in business?
• ·Do they have case studies for you to read?
• ·Are they based locally?
• ·Who will be your main point of contact?
• ·Will they guarantee to deliver on budget, with no surprises?
• ·Will they guarantee to deliver on a fixed date, with no delays?
• ·Do they have the purchasing power to negotiate materials on your behalf?

Success equals knowledge

Office fitouts are as individual as your business, so when weighing up options it’s important to know what services are included. Some companies may quote a lower price, knowing that you will need additional services later on.

Also ask which services are offered in house (such as interior design) and which need to be contracted out - if you have to manage contractors yourself, it can add additional stress and work for your business.

Armed with your vision and these useful questions, contact a local office interior design specialist for advice on how to create your ideal workplace.