As a business owner, your office space is a reflection of your company and can have a huge impact on the morale of employees and how your customers perceive you. One way to do that is by providing them with a high-quality and visually appealing office environment.
While this may seem like an easy decision, there are many factors worth considering before you start the office renovation process which can be overwhelming for some people. In today’s post, I will share 7 things to consider before starting your next office renovation project.
1. Choose a reputable company to work with
The office renovation process can be lengthy and overwhelming. You don’t want to leave your office environment in the hands of someone who may not have your best interest at heart, or doesn’t fully understand what you are trying to accomplish with this project.
A reputable company will go above and beyond for you throughout the whole office renovation process to ensure you are getting the office space of your dreams.
At Sydney Fitout Group, we know how important office renovations are to you and the success of your business. We offer a full suite of services that can help make sure your office renovation is successful, including design support, project management expertise, expert subcontractors on-hand throughout the process for guidance/advice if needed and also ongoing office maintenance once complete.
2. Create a timeline for the project and budget accordingly
This is a must for office renovations. At Sydney Fitout Group, our experienced office renovation project managers will help you create a timeline for your office renovation and budget accordingly.
The timeline and budget will be discussed during our free quote process where we can also assess your requirements regarding furniture, equipment and technology based on a detailed space plan of the proposed floor layout within the new or renovated commercial fitout. This will help to ensure that you have everything required for a smooth transition into the new office space.
We will walk through the timeline with you and report on each milestone throughout the project from a progress and budget point of view. We are fully transparent with our customers and ensure a high level of quality is delivered in all aspects of the office renovation project.
3. Identify any potential obstacles and address them early on in the process
Some projects may not go to plan and some potential obstacles may arise during the renovation process.
You may need to get permits or access approvals before proceeding with your office refurbishment, so it’s best to have these processes in place early on in the project.
Additionally, you want to avoid any potential delays that could occur if there are disputes over who is liable for removing building waste after construction has finished.
It’s best to have these details ironed out before construction begins, so that you can complete the project on time and without any issues along the way. Rest assured, here at Sydney Fitout Group, we ensure all that we do is safe and compliant with all relevant legislation and building work policies.
4. Consider how much of an impact the new design will have on employee morale and productivity
Imagine how your employees will feel with a new office refurbishment! Will they be excited to move into a space that is more suited to work? Or will the new office renovation just feel like another change thrown on them with no real benefit, and this could result in poor morale.
Learn how you can improve employee engagement by taking your employees input when planning an office refurbishment! They are the ones who spend their time in the office every day, so their opinions matter!
Your employees are your company’s most valuable asset. Having a new commercial fitout will not only improve employee engagement but it can also have other key benefits to your business such as improved productivity and efficiency!
We have seen it time and time again, the look on the faces of your staff on the first day in the newly renovated office – priceless!
