Every office needs furniture to function. Employees require a place to sit, a desk or workstation to work from, furnished meeting rooms, and kitchens with all the required stools and tables. However, choosing the right furniture is another matter altogether! That’s where an expert Sydney office design company makes life so much easier.
At Niche Projects, we’ve worked with businesses of all sizes to choose the right furniture, based on each organisations unique needs. Below, we’ll take a look at the most common types of office furniture, that every Sydney workplace needs to have.
Desks and workstations
The desk or workstation is where the magic happens in every office. It’s here that members of your organisation, from the CEO down to the newest employee, probably get most of their work done. Therefore, it goes without saying that when you choose your office furniture, desks and workstations are one of the most important pieces.
High-quality desks and workstations will be more stable, provide ample space, look tasteful, and even have in-built connectivity. People will be much happier and more efficient when working at a great workstation, as opposed to a cramped, unstable desk. And it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to implement quality desks into your office fit-out.
There are so many options out there for desks and workstations that it can be difficult to know where to start. The best course of action is to work with an expert office design company to optimise your layout. At Niche Projects, we can work with you to select the right desks and workstations for your office, creating a much more productive workplace.
Office chairs
The humble office chair is one of a business’s most important investments. After all, you and your employees will be spending most of the day perched in this seat. Therefore, these chairs must be comfortable, supportive, affordable, and stylish. However, the latter certainly shouldn’t be the priority.
Ergonomics are incredibly important for the health and well-being of your workers. That means the office chairs you purchase for your workplace must be ergonomic. They need to provide the right support for your employees’ backs, be adjustable, and remain comfortable for them throughout the workday. That will result in a happier, more productive organisation.
Team seating
Most offices will have an area or areas dedicated to team meetings. It goes without saying that these areas do require seating. If the seating options in these areas are cheap and uncomfortable, it’s likely that your people won’t exactly enjoy the experience of group meetings and collaboration sessions.
Team seating should be comfortable while remaining simple. You don’t need high-quality ergonomic chairs for these areas, but the seating options do need to be selected smartly. Your people will be happier, and your meetings will be more productive!
Meeting tables
Meeting rooms and group areas do need tables. Oftentimes, a coffee table or even a simple four-seater table just doesn’t offer enough space, and people end up crowded around the area. Purchasing meeting tables that provide plenty of room to work and move will make these events so much easier to manage, and much more effective. These spaces can even double up as quiet working areas if required!
Storage spaces and cabinets
Every business requires storage solutions. In a busy office, there’s plenty of equipment, supplies, documents, and more that need to be stored in a safe and secure space. Many fit-outs will have existing storage rooms and compactus units installed. However, other organisations will need to select and install additional storage options.
At Niche Projects, we fully understand the importance of great storage options. There is an art to making the most of your space, and choosing the right pieces makes life so much easier. There are many secure storage options for documents and sensitive material, as well as those used to keep stationary and supplies. Choose the right furniture for your office with the help of an office design expert.
Comfortable lounge furniture
When employees need to take a break and kick back, a dining chair just doesn’t cut it. This is where couches and sofas are a great option… but they have to be right for your office. You might already have dedicated breakout areas and relaxation rooms, or simply want to place a few couches around the office. Whatever your aim, you need to choose correctly. Quality couches will help your people get some much-needed chill time, and be more productive.
Kitchen stools, chairs, and tables
The kitchen is an integral part of every Sydney office. Therefore, the furniture in your kitchen must be chosen carefully. It’s important that your employees are comfortable while eating, socialising, and even chatting about work. In fact, the kitchen is one of the areas most conducive to creative thinking!
A great layout with stools, comfortable chairs, stable and spacious tables, and anything else your people need, will be an attractive space. It makes for a more enjoyable experience, happier employees, and even more creativity!
Reception desk
If your office includes a reception area, a great reception desk is a must. This is going to be the first piece of office furniture that visitors, clients and customers will see. Therefore, it should fit your brand aesthetic, provide the right utility, and impress anyone that passes through. We’ve helped a number of businesses select the right reception desks for their space… all you need to do is get in touch with us.
Sydney office furniture
If you’re looking to redesign or refurbish your Sydney office, we can help. At Niche Projects, we have plenty of experience in helping businesses of all sizes achieve their design aims. We’ll help you pick the right office furniture, getting the pieces that you need.
Get in touch with us here to discuss your design and fit-out needs. We’d love to hear from you.