Organized Work Space
An organised office space makes a productive work environment. It’s easier to get the job done with less clutter, effective use of space and intentional furniture choices. Here’s why you should prioritise an organised workspace:
The benefits of an organised space
In The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, Marie Kondo highlights the importance of organised spaces. “Once you have experienced the powerful impact of a perfectly ordered space, you too, will never return to clutter,” says Kondo. We’re strong believers in this magic too!
Clutter can mask design features like natural light sources. Natural light plays an important role in how comfortable your workspace feels. Minimising clutter also helps create the illusion of more space, whether you have it or not. A sense of being able to move freely is an important feature of a well-designed workspace. Cutting down on clutter allows you to make the most of focal points in your workspace. Focal points are design features that the eye is naturally drawn to, such as windows or doors. After identifying focal points, you can play to the space’s strengths and bring visual balance if needed.
An organised space can also boost productivity. This is why the principle of essentialism underlies our designs. Essentialist design fills space with only what is truly important. “When you focus on the essentials, your energy, brainpower, willpower, and effectiveness are concentrated on what you have decided is most important,” says leadership consultant Greg McKeown in Essentialism.
What is considered essential will depend on the workspace’s unique characteristics. For example, openness will be an essential in a workplace requiring constant collaboration between team members. We’ve successfully guided many clients in curating their workspaces to support their business operations.
Making an ordered space beautiful
Essentialism doesn’t have to mean giving up on aesthetic appeal. Oooh Interiors specializes in designing spaces that are both functional and beautiful. Space planning is vital for bringing both order and beauty to workspaces. One aspect of space planning involves finding balance between positive and negative space. Negative space refers to areas that are free of objects, while positive spaces are those that are occupied. A workspace cannot function effectively when these forces are unbalanced. We specialise in bringing visual harmony to any kind of workspace.
