Carpet Tiles, What You NEED to Know!!

Carpet tiles have been and still are considered to be the height of fashion and practicality in the corporate office environment.  Here are just a few of the advantages of choosing carpet tiles for your office space.

Creativity:  Carpet tiles are the first and foremost when wanting to truly design a space.  With their small size and ability to be cut to precise shapes, carpet tiles let you create an environment that is right for your business.

Versatility:  Because of their size and layout, carpet tiles can be laid to fit rooms that are less than conventional.  Because carpet tiles can be cut easily, the process is easier, faster and produces a finished final product.

Durability:  Carpet tiles are VERY durable.  There is a reason carpet tiles have been around since the 50’s!

Warranties:  Carpet tiles can come with the best warranties for the life of your carpet.  Engineered wood and Laminate can come with a warranty, but most times are a shorter length with stipulations.

Project Spotlight – Health Enhancements Systems, Midland MI

Health Enhancement Systems in Midland, MI  creates “employee wellness competitions that span the globe and engage and inspire — with fun themes, challenging goals, and built-in social connections that dramatically increase participation and success.”  We were honored to help them realize their vision of a perfect office space, and are so truly happy with how this project turned out.  We invite you to tour the NEW Health Enhancement Systems!!

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Thank you to Health Enhancement Systems for being an amazing company to work with and a true asset to our community!!

Could the Future of Your Office Space be Outdoors?

So many ideas are popping up showing the latest outdoor office spaces from around the world.  Some of the most successful US companies are offering these progressive amenities to boost productivity.  Simply put, it makes employees happier.

“Office design is often the silent partner, it influences and nudges us in ways you can’t predict. There are so many things that really impact not only how we interact and collaborate but also our performance.” Leigh Stringer,  author of The Healthy Workplace.

She adds that there is a strong correlation between employee health and productivity, so could this be the right option for your business?  Check out these offices that are promoting health and productivity for their employees.

Outbox in Downtown Silver Spring

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Sett Studio

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Office Pod by Manuel Villa

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OfficePOD

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Garden Studio by in.it.studios

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Michael Hilgers Balcony Desk

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Office Filing System DO's, Do It Right The First Time

Your office is growing and changing, but is your filing system keeping up with your business’ momentum?  An effective office needs an effective way to manage the flow of information.  If a digital age, it’s becoming harder to manage all of the documents needed in hard copy.  Although we would love to banish the dreaded hard copy altogether, that’s just not a realistic option for most businesses.  Here are some filing system DO’s that will help your office run more efficiently.

 

Via spinologic.org
Via spinologic.org

DO:  Decide on a filing system that works for your business.  You can choose an infinite number of options but the most common are:

  1.  Alphabetical – You can do this by client name, company name, or project name.  Just make sure that all files are under the same category for easy retrieval.
  2. Numerical or Chronological – Giving each order or job a specific number can be your best option when working with multiple people or companies.  Dates can also be an effective filing tool when used effectively.
  3. Subject or Category – This can be tricky and can be the most confusing, but if you have a system that works for you, it could be the most effective way for your company.

 

DO:  Color Code.  Being able to look for information and see company documents broken up by color helps your brain process what you are seeing. When you know that invoices are yellow on contracts are green, it will help you retrieve information quickly and efficiently.

DO:  Avoid Saving EVERYTHING!  Not every piece of paper from a particular job or project needs to be saved.  Save important documents in hard copy, especially papers with signatures or vital information.  When in doubt, scanning information is a great space saving tool to keep all the useless clutter to a minimum.

DO:  Separate completed work from active work.  Designate a place for files that are inactive, unused or outdated.  Keeping these files might be a necessity for your business and an allocated area for this information will streamline your system.