A highly engaged and productive team is a powerful driver of business growth.
However, increasing employee productivity and engagement in the workplace is far from straightforward: the workspace has undergone drastic changes over the past 5 years which change the way we work, where we work and the way we communicate.
There are many factors that can impact employee productivity, and the employee workplace environment is one of the most critical.
An environment that is dated, lacks investment and isn’t up to date with the way we work in 2025 can be a barrier to effective communication and a real drag on motivation and productivity.
Conversely, a well-designed workspace that aligns with modern working practices, reflects company values, and prioritises employee well-being can significantly enhance engagement and productivity.
So here’s 5 ways to use your office environment to boost staff productivity:
1 – Create an open plan Layout: Encourage Communication and Collaboration
A thoughtfully designed open-plan office can transform the way employees interact and collaborate. Traditional office layouts with numerous small, enclosed spaces can create barriers to communication. In contrast, open-plan environments encourage spontaneous discussions, facilitate teamwork, and expedite decision-making processes, ultimately boosting efficiency and innovation.
2 – Control the noise
While open-plan offices enhance collaboration, they can also introduce noise-related challenges. With the increasing prevalence of virtual meetings involving clients, suppliers, and remote team members, it is essential to provide dedicated quiet zones or soundproof meeting spaces. Implementing strategic acoustic solutions ensures that employees can focus without distractions. For additional insights, explore our article on noise reduction strategies: 5 Strategies to cut noise in an open plan office
3 – Biophilia: Bring Nature Indoors
Office planting offer so many benefits – they contribute to an atmosphere of calm and have huge impacts on staff wellbeing. They can also have acoustic benefits, providing a natural barrier for noise, all helping to improve productivity
4 – Create elevated breakout areas
Creating a tea / coffee point within easy reach of workstations means staff can easily be refreshed without having to walk too far. Creating an enhanced breakout space is key to encouraging staff to take proper, meaningful breaks to recharge and revitalise.
5 – Get the temperature right
Office temperature plays a crucial role in maintaining focus and productivity. Workspaces that are too hot or too cold can distract employees and significantly decrease their efficiency. Ensuring that your air conditioning systems are tailored to create a comfortable working environment, you can keep distractions at bay and enable your team to maintain peak performance.
At Accolade Workspace, we understand the transformative power of office design in driving employee engagement and productivity.
Contact us today to discover how we can help create a workspace that empowers your team and maximises success.
We can assess your workspace and help build a feasibility study to explore how you can get more out of your space.
Tel: +44(0)1785 228877
Email: sales@accoladeci.com
