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Designing Your Dream Office with BE

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  Your office space is more than just a place to work, it’s a reflection of your company’s culture, values and identity. It’s where creativity flows, collaborations flourish and productivity soars. Designing the perfect office that embodies all these aspects can be a daunting task, but with the right guidance and experts by your side, you can turn your dream workspace into a reality. That’s where BE Furniture comes in. BE Furniture is your trusted partner in creating  exceptional office environments in New Jersey  and beyond. In this article, we’ll take you on a journey through the process of designing your dream office with BE Furniture, highlighting how we turn your vision into a workspace that truly represents who your company is and where they want to be. Understanding Your Needs and Preferences The journey begins with a thorough understanding of how each of your teams operate on a day to day basis. At BE Furniture, we believe that the best office designs are bo...

Office Design that Helps Your Employees “Stop, Collaborate and Listen”

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  Who knew Vanilla Ice lyrics could also double as the recipe for a successful business strategy? Your office environment is responsible for the quality of work you put out, so it’s important that your space serves the needs of your team. A successful office space should include an area where an employee can just take a pause, unwind for a few and then come back refreshed. It should incorporate another area solely for collaborative work where teams can get together and brainstorm new ideas or complete a time-sensitive client project. Most importantly, there should be designated areas where someone can command the floor and everyone will be able to truly hear and absorb pertinent information regarding the company. In this article, our team of modern workplace designers in NJ will discuss ways you can successfully create areas within your office that enforce collaboration, concentration, and relaxation. Lounge areas to help employees “stop” and kick back  Let’s s...

Why Art is Important for The Office

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  Artwork for the office is often a design aspect that is overlooked, as there are usually more important things to worry about when redesigning your modern office space like layout, furniture and technology integration. However, office artwork is a part of the big picture. Did you know that being intentional with your art choices can enhance the day to day experiences of your employees and strengthen your company culture overall? Here’s how:  Company Culture, Brand Identity and Overall Feel When selecting artwork for your commercial office space, it is important to consider the company culture. The artwork should reflect the values and goals of the organization, and align with the overall design aesthetic of the space. A company that prioritizes innovation and creativity might opt for bold, colorful pieces that double as office acoustics , while a more traditional company might prefer classic or minimalist artwork. To give you a better idea, our client Webull is...

Leave Your Workspace Better Than You Found It

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  Great office design has many important elements that contribute to a successful workplace. One element that has been making headlines lately is that of sustainability. The idea of leaving the office better than we found it through environmentally safe practices and materials. We spend a significant amount of time at the office, so it only makes sense to make sure this environment is a healthy and safe one. Here’s how you can incorporate sustainability through your modern office design:  Monitor and reduce energy consumption within the office. First, take a look at your energy bills and see where you can make improvements each month. If there is excess electricity use, try turning off lights and electronics when not in use, using natural lighting whenever possible, and upgrading to energy-efficient devices. On the other hand, if your heating and cooling is the problem, it may be time to look into an energy management system that gives you the ability to control your HVAC...

Technology and Design, It Doesn’t Have to Be One or The Other

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Designing your office used to follow this line of thinking, “how many computer and desk set-ups could I fit into my office space?” A great example of this outdated ideology would be the set of the hit TV Show  The Office , where everywhere you looked you saw a boxy office cubicle and somebody who looked less than thrilled to sit in it. Thankfully, office design has come a long way. Now, more importance is placed on balancing function with design – and luckily one doesn’t have to dictate the other. In this article, our team of modern office designers will discuss how you can successfully incorporate both technology and progressive design elements into your modern workspace.  Workstations that Configure and Reconfigure  First and foremost, we recommend really sitting down and planning out the ideal layout of your space. The floor plan is a major factor that influences your workflow – how your core teams collaborate and complete tasks for your business. This can be trick...

How Technology Impacts Office Design

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When we think about technology in the office space some of us may remember fondly (or not fondly) days when cool office ergonomics was limited to a desk with hole in the corner to pass all those cables. But as anyone who has shopped for office furniture in the last 20 years may have noticed, the offering has evolved into something far more complex, exciting and interesting. If you’re considering building out your new office space and are looking for some cool furniture tech, read on and you’ll understand some things about how all this works to make your office environment not just modern, but a dynamic space that people will want to come to. It’s Not Just About Enough Space and the Right Tech  The problem with shopping for office tech is that many furniture distributors will push it without much thought to the underlying design it is to be used in. Their goal seems to be to make sure you have enough furniture to completely fill the space, throw in some cool gadgets and call it ...

The Great Resignation Continues, But It’s Not What You Think

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COVID-19 was a wake-up call for many who realized that the 9-5 corporate grind wasn’t for them. Millennials abandoned the workforce in droves early on in favor of more work/life balance. But that tide has largely peaked and it’s no longer just the millennials who are having this epiphany. Older workers over 50 have jumped on the bandwagon, with many of those leaving corporate America these days. As with many millennials, older workers want to create an environment that works for them. We see this every day and we’ve been at the forefront of helping start-ups and businesses negotiate the work/life balance, creating environments that make for a fun, friendly and flexible workspace. Quit rates – and what’s driving them In March of this year, quit rates reached 3% – the previous high set during the pandemic, with 4.5 million people leaving their jobs in that month alone. This August, it lowered every so slightly at 2.7%. The industries with highest quit rates for this year include the ...

Considering a Kitchenette in your Office?

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When it comes to designing an office, it’s natural to think about  desking systems , boardrooms, and reception areas first. But it’s also important to consider break spaces and less formal – though no less functional – rooms like kitchen spaces, recreational spaces, and dining areas. Although it’s not the first consideration for your office remodel, it should absolutely be on the list. Here are some of the top benefits of adding a kitchenette into  your modern office space : 5 benefits of a kitchenette in your office 1 – Relaxation Spaces to relax in are actually very important to maintaining the productivity levels of a high-performance team. Research has shown that a 10–20-minute break every 50 minutes improves productivity, creativity and engagement, making for more powerful, effective teams. This is because taking a break allows our minds to explore thoughts and concepts, can drive problem-solving and boost energy and focus levels. 2 – Reducing screen time Accord...