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2018: Office Design Trends

Office Design Trends

Workspace design can have a big impact on workplace culture. In recent years, the traditional cubicle environment has nearly disappeared in favor of more comfortable, collaborative spaces. The following new office design trends are among the most innovative yet, embracing functionality and visual appeal. Read on to discover the biggest office design trends for 2018.

Flexible Workspace

Every person works a little differently. Unique tasks require varying combinations of group and individual work. Thus, designers have keyed in on flexibility as one of the most important office design concepts in 2018. Some of the new office-design trends supporting flexible workspaces are:

  • Lounge areas that can serve different purposes, from meeting with clients to conversations between coworkers. These areas allow for low-stakes collaboration, encouraging creativity and promoting a sense of fun.
  • Fixed layouts are disappearing in favor of moveable, modular components. As the nature of the office changes, the layout can adjust to suit it.
  • Shared space has become a norm in many office environments; the new trend is open-concept work areas that include cubbies and discrete corners to provide a combination of group and individual spaces.

Interested in learning more about making your workspace more flexible? Contact Douron today.

Making the Office More Like the Rest of the World

Another common thread in 2018 office design trends is integrating elements from other kinds of environments into the workplace. These trends run the gamut from bringing the great outdoors into the office to incorporating components of home:

  • Design elements drawn from the natural world are huge, including plant-inspired upholstery patterns, living walls, and recycled wood.
  • Offices are incorporating furniture with a homier look, such as wooden desks reminiscent of dining tables, to create a more comfortable environment.

Technology Rules

The final set of trends in 2018 office design are all related to making technology easier to access and more attractive to use. This emphasis on technology and clean design increases productivity.

  • Wires are an eyesore. New furniture solutions are designed to hide wires from view, making a cleaner and more appealing workspace.
  • Desks are more frequently equipped with USB and Ethernet ports, allowing personnel to focus on work instead of hunting for connections.

Contact Douron today to create an up-to-date and user-friendly office.

Get More From Your Space With Expert Consultation

Expert Furniture Consultation

Compromise may be a fact of life in many arenas, but it doesn’t have to govern your office design. Unlike off-the-shelf retail furniture, commercial furniture dealers are skilled at customizing furniture solutions for each client’s needs. Experts at Douron can find custom solutions for unique spaces, saving you time and maximizing your space.

The Benefits of Working With Experts

Along with the benefit of experience and industry knowledge, working with an expert for customized office furniture solutions has some other advantages. The top benefits of expert consultation include:

  • Office space needs assessment and planning
  • Confidence in high-quality materials
  • Supporting local business

Planning for Productivity

Commercial furniture dealers are skilled at performing comprehensive needs assessments for businesses. Our designers consider each business’ unique needs and plan superior furniture solutions for each individual space. This means the commercial-grade furniture you purchase for your work space will be made to fit. Thus, far less space is wasted. Using off-the-shelf furniture means trying to fit pre-made furniture into existing spaces, which can create a time-consuming puzzle. With expert consultation, however, furniture solutions are designed to fit, saving businesses time and stress. A custom fit creates a more productive environment for everyone.

Materials Matter

Off-the-shelf furniture is cheaper in part because it’s made with cheaper materials. When you work with an expert furniture dealer, you have the benefit of knowing more about each piece of furniture. Douron carries products from vetted commercial furniture manufacturers.

Additionally, working directly with experts means designers can create solutions to suit your material preferences. The reasons businesses prefer to know more about furniture materials include:

  • A desire for durable, reliable products
  • Concerns about sustainable and green building
  • Aesthetic preferences, such as custom finishes; some businesses want their office spaces to reflect their image

Contact us now to learn more about the superior materials used in all our products.

Build a Great Relationship With Your Dealer

Unlike buying from a faceless online retailer or big-box store, working directly with experts at Douron means supporting a locally-based business. We have been in business as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic region for more than 40 years.

Reach out to an expert today, and get the benefit of an individual response – no boilerplate or one-size-fits-all solutions.

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