Designing your office? Space Planning, what is that?

Designing your office?

Office Design . . . . Are you moving? Relocating? Upsizing? Growing? Downsizing?… Or,  your lease, is it up for renewal? One of the first areas you need to work on is . . . Space Planning.

What is Space Planning that you ask? Well, it is kinda like playing Tetris, it is the fitting of oddly shaped blocks in a confined box, thus fitting them in, in the right order. This is done to make space work and, subsequently, creating effective & productive workplaces.

Here are 3 tips on space planning your new WorkPlace

PurpleCchilli Workplace Specialists work as professionals in the art of office interiors and office design, and consequently, We offer you a full turn-key solution. We provide fully functional, practical and beautiful Workplace solutions that suit your needs.

Tip #1 – The Space Planning Process

Space planning is the process of using the space you have efficiently and as effectively as possible. Drawing in Plan and in scale is the best way to do the Space Planning process. PurpleChilli uses Specialized Computer software to do Space Planning and therefore we can establish that everything that you require in your WorkPlace is going to fit in. We include the planning & location of each department, recreational area, reception, storage, kitchens, print areas and other required components, thus ensuring that you make your space work for your unique needs.

Space Planning by PurpleChilli Workplace Specialists

Tip # 2 – Exploring different layouts

You can explore a multitude of ideas by drawing up different layouts that can be rearranged, reworked and tweaked to suit your needs. A multitude of desk layouts may be used to achieve the layout that will work best for you, therefore creating your most effective WorkSpace.  There are many options, e.g. benching workstations, L-Workstations, 360-degree workstations, and workstations that work 90 degrees off a spine.

Different desk options allow for different types of work that needs to be done. Ensure you have a done a needs assessment and space analysis before you decide on which option will be best. Here is a link to PurpleChilli’s free WorkPlace assessment: free workplace analysis

Tip # 3 – Components to remember

Remember to factor in access to power, I.T, and telephones, their positioning needs to be strategic. Plan where these points need to go, and in addition, indicate them on the Space Planning layout. Include planning of all plumbing works for kitchens and Restrooms. Look at where existing plumbing is, and as a result, find the best way to route water and waste.  Plan storage of stationary, brooms, and other miscellaneous items. Do Not forget to plan passageways that are in accordance with the local fire departments by-laws, since you will be required to get sign off from local authorities.

In conclusion

Space Planning is a key step in planning effective workspaces, resulting in well-designed Workplaces that are Safe and Beautiful. Following these tips, you can attempt to do these layouts yourself. Or you can employ the services of professional space planners, like PurpleChilli WorkPlace Specialists, resulting in effective space planning layouts. PurpleChilli has 27 years experience in designing beautiful and effective workplaces for large and small companies and is therefore capable of creating the best option to suit your company’s needs.

These 3 Space Planning tips are just the ‘tip of the iceberg’ on office design and much more info is available in PurpleChilli’s free e-book: ‘A stage by stage guide to designing your corporate office space in the most effective way’ which you can get here: free e-book

If you want to have a professional Space Plan done, in addition to getting the most out of your workplace, PurpleChilli can help you achieve your vision.  From the first analysis to the completed installation, we are especially passionate about achieving your goals.

 

Get started today with a free analysis, follow this link: free workplace analysis