How to Create a Contemporary Office Interior

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When you think of interior design, a beautifully styled living space probably springs to mind. However, interior design is about more than just creating an attractive home. As we all spend such a huge chunk of our time working, your office space design matters, too.

*This office designed by Syrie Maugham features furniture from* *Laskasas*

The way your office looks and feels can have a really strong impact on yourself and your team. An office that’s not fit for purpose can negatively affect wellbeing. In more serious cases, the office environment can impact a person’s health physically. So, there’s no doubt that a well-designed office interior is as essential as a comfortable living space at home.

contemporary office interior — *Annie Sloan* *Chalk Paint In Whistler Grey was used to update this office desk.*

We’ve established that it’s important to design an office interior that enhances the well-being of you and your employees, but you’re probably curious as to how you can make it happen. Take a look at these ideas to help you create your ideal office interior:

Choose Your Colours With Care

One of the most important parts of your interior design is the colour scheme. The colours used in your office set the tone for the space. Everyone knows that colours can impact how you feel, so taking advantage of this in your interior design scheme is essential. Whites, creams, and muted tones like these are ideal for a calming office space, but if you want to liven up your scheme a little, yellow is an option to consider. All of these shades work well together and with other colours, so they’ll be easy to incorporate.

colourful office design — *Back In Action* *Lavoro Special Edition Pink Desk From £949 With Varier Variable Twist From £457*

Muted shades are great as they can help to soothe the senses and reduce stress. However, you may want to pair these calmer tones with your corporate colours which will help you stay on brand.

Focus on Light

Lighting is an essential component of all interior design schemes - the right light is especially crucial in a workspace where natural light and task lighting all need to mix. Aside from the aesthetics, the right light will also help reduce eyestrain and headaches for your employees.

contemporary modern office style — *A modern office design featuring the Sparkbrook T-bar cabinet pulls from* *Armac Martin.*

Maximise the level of natural light in your office by not installing heavy window treatments. Instead, opt for sheer blinds or curtains that can stop blinding sunlight, but still keep natural light from filtering in. Every desk should contain its own task light for each employee so that they can regulate the amount of direct light that they require.

Sliding bifold doors are also an option when it comes to increasing natural lighting. By changing windows or regular doors to bifold ones, you not only improve light, you also allow integration between spaces and more natural air coming in.

Make it Smart

Finally, no modern office interior would be complete without some smart technology. Smart technology can endlessly improve the way your office feels and functions. You enhance the security of your office with help from smartphone door access. In addition, being able to control the heating and air conditioning system with an app will put you in more control of your work environment. There are so many ways that smart technology can be combined with traditional interior design.

Combining each of these elements will have a strong impact on how your office feels and how you interact with it.