Create an Inspiring Environment

The physical effects of your office space drastically affect the quality of your work. An office space with design, visual appeal, and stimulation will improve your productivity. Companies like Google have been utilizing this tool in their offices, integrating spunky chairs and bright colors, allowing their employees the utmost freedom of thought. Incorporate elements of natural light, artwork, plants, and vibrant colors to enhance the overall ambiance and encourage your creative thinking. Improve your mood by maximizing natural light with large windows and skylights, or create an open layout that promotes flexibility and creative collaboration. Your space, catering to your desires, will put you in a creative mindset!

Encourage Open Communication

Communication, or the choice to speak one’s mind, allows employees to feel more comfortable sharing their thoughts, creating a large amalgamation of ideas. Foster an open, honest communication culture where employees feel comfortable sharing ideas and opinions. Create opportunities for brainstorming sessions, team meetings, and regular feedback sessions to encourage collaboration and exchange of ideas.

Provide Collaboration Zones

Though a layout encouraging communication is vital for creativity, many employees still need quiet spaces to think solely. Dedicate areas in the office specifically designed for collaboration. These can include comfortable seating areas, whiteboards or chalkboards for visualizing ideas, and writable walls where employees can jot down their thoughts and brainstorm. This way, employees can choose whether or not they want to collaborate in these specific spaces, encouraging creative collaboration while maintaining focus. Here at Church Street Market House, our atrium offers an open concept where guests can openly meet or sit to themselves. At the same time, our conference rooms provide a collaborative environment where teams can share ideas or hop on conference calls.