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REFURBISHMENT OF OPTIMAX LEICESTER CLINIC
Having carried out several refurbishments in the past for various Optimax clinics, we were delighted to rise to the challenge of updating their Leicester Clinic. Here’s what we did: We were tasked with providing the Optimax clinic in Leicester with a more modern image and bringing the site more in line with Optimax’s corporate […]
BASEMENT OFFICE CONVERSION IN LONDON
We recently carried out an office conversion and refurbishment for a high-end client in a prestigious London area. Here’s what we did: Our client contacted us requiring a refurbishment of their basement office which was currently catering to five members of staff. In need of updating and with a change of usage planned, our […]
How To Care For Your Office Chair
Well maintained office chairs keep employees comfortable and create a good impression on clients and visitors. It is also important to keep your chairs clean in order to keep the spread of germs and allergy causing dust and pollen particles to a minimum. You can choose to keep your chairs maintained regularly in house which […]
What To Consider When Buying An Office Chair
Choosing an office chair tends to feel simple at first, yet it quickly turns into something a bit more involved once you pause and think about how long people sit each day. For many office-based roles, the chair becomes the main piece of equipment someone uses, often for hours at a time. When the choice […]
INTEGRATING SIT/STAND INTO THE WORKPLACE
In recent years there has been increasing awareness surrounding the benefits of “Sit/Stand” at work. Many more height adjustable desks are now available on the market and there are also a host of schemes encouraging staff to be more active during their working day. There are many health and wellbeing issues associated with sitting down all day […]
How is Employee Wellbeing Affected by Lack of Privacy and Acoustics
In the last few years ergonomics has been the number one focus in workplace and furniture design. We’ve seen chairs that promote good posture and sit-stand desks all becoming prevelant. However, ergonomics is just the starting point in the much bigger picture of employee wellbeing. There are many factors that come in to play when considering how to improve […]
A Look at Active Seating and the HÅG InBalance™ Mechanism
With Winter fast approaching, it’s easier than ever to stay at your desk on your lunch break and to get cosy on the sofa in the evening. But do you know how bad this sedentary behavior is for your health? Take a moment to think about exactly how much time you spend sitting in […]
Recent Refurbishment | Sat Comms Company
With the mental health of employees becoming big on the agenda of many business owners, one Satellite Communications company contacted us with a brief to carry out refurbishment works on their staff kitchen and break area, as well as create a brand new gym area to allow employees to relax and switch off. The Brief […]
Workplace Design and Ergonomics and How They Can Reduce Employee Stress
On National Stress Awareness Day, we take a look at the importance of workplace design and ergonomics on the reduction of employee stress, fatigue, illness and absenteeism. According to Beautyman (2006), businesses that ignore the design and layout of their workplaces are failing to optimise the full value of their human capital. This is […]
The Complete Guide to Buying Office Furniture
Buying office furniture sounds simple at first, yet it usually becomes more layered once budgets, team needs and future plans start coming into view. A desk and chair are rarely just functional items. They shape how people work, how comfortable they feel through the day and how your space comes across to anyone walking in. […]
SPECIALIST CUSTOM BUILD PROJECT FOR LONDON BASED SCHOOL
Complementing the architect’s design, we created a modern and engaging library area for a London based girl’s school With all furniture designed, delivered and installed on time, we created a bright and modern new library area with custom built features. The new range of furniture included a brand new reception desk and seating for […]
From Standing Desks To Relaxation Zones, What Makes A Productive Office?
“Wellbeing is very important,” he says. “The boom and bust mentality of work – people working ferociously to hit the deadline and then burning out – leads to peaks and troughs in performance. We’ve gone to extra lengths to create an environment where we attract the best people and once they are here they are […]