Office Meeting & Conference Room Designs
Work meetings, for many, are considered a stressful experience – which is understandable, given the importance of having it conducted successfully. And when it comes to holding a meeting or conference, the space in which you hold it is almost as important as the message you are trying to deliver to those in attendance.
Within the wrong space, your intended message could be lost. So, to increase the likelihood of a successful meeting or conference, you should consider the design and layout of the meeting room.
The Incorporation of the Hybrid Workplace
When creating a workspace that enables the best work to happen, we are likely to consider how collaborative the space is. But with the uptake of hybrid work, this goal has become more complex and therefore harder to achieve.
With such changes in the modern workplace, conference rooms now have to be designed to accommodate for both in-office and remote employees. Previously, the main focus of the conference space was the design and acoustic elements – but now, we have to consider much more than this.
In order to create productive office meeting room designs, we must enable remote workers to easily connect to their colleagues, in real-time. Failing to achieve this leads to decreased levels of productivity. And according to a survey conducted by Cusham and Wakefield, a staggering 56% of remote workers feel less connected to their fellow employees. At an even higher percentage, 64% of individuals feel that their mentoring and learning has declined with remote work.
In order to embrace the modern era, we must embrace the modern version of conference room designs, and this includes the entirety of the workforce, both in-office and remote.
Office Meetings and Conferences – Creating the Best Design
In order to create the best conference design, you must find the right balance of layout, technology and design. Each company has their own needs and requirements for their collaborative spaces, and so each approach must be taken differently:
- Choose a good location
When choosing a space to host meetings and collaborative work, consider how it’ll affect the surrounding area. Don’t choose a spot near a focus area, nor an area for employees to take private calls.
- Upgrade your technology
The incorporation of remote workers must feel seamless, and the right technology is needed to do so. Ensure the space has a strong internet connection, high-quality video conferencing features and collaboration tools (such as Microsoft Teams or Slack.)
- Consider the décor
Typically, a good conference room has comfortable seating, natural light and plants. This may not work for every space, but in any case, we recommend following modern design trends to create a pleasing and comfortable space to meet.
How Daniel James Interiors Can Help
Creating the perfect meeting or conference space may feel like a daunting task, but it’s important to create a well-designed space for your business.
If you have any questions about how you can create the best office fit-out for your meeting or conference office space, let us help. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Daniel James for a friendly consultation. We are a team of experienced and reputable in quality office fit-outs, with happy clients nationwide.
