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The world is moving towards a more sustainable future, emphasising the importance of businesses incorporating eco-friendly practices and features in their working environments. Greener businesses contribute to a healthier planet while cutting costs and improving employees’ quality of life. Additionally, going more sustainable widens a company’s audience, attracting environmentally-conscious clients. So, how can you design an office space that is eco-friendly but still aligns with your business needs and values? In this blog, we explore some green practices you can implement in your office and the benefits of doing so. 1. Sustainable Furniture When purchasing furniture for your office, ensure you understand…

Using dark colors to elevate spaces can create a sophisticated and dramatic atmosphere. Here are some tips on how to effectively use dark colors to elevate a space:   Choose the Right Space: Dark colors work best in spaces with ample natural light. Consider using them in living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, or areas with large windows that allow light to balance out the darkness. Accent Wall: Instead of painting the entire room in a dark color, try using it as an accent wall. This can add depth and visual interest to the space without overwhelming it. Textures and Patterns:…

Making the most out of small spaces with interior design solutions requires creativity, smart organization, and thoughtful design choices. Here are some tips to help you optimize your small spaces:   Maximize Natural Light: Utilize natural light as much as possible. Keep windows unblocked, use sheer or light-colored curtains, and place mirrors strategically to reflect light and make the space feel larger and brighter.   Choose Light Colors: Opt for light and neutral colors for walls, ceilings, and large furniture pieces. Light colors can create an illusion of more space and make the room feel airy.   Multifunctional Furniture: Invest…

The workplace is a vital tool for enhancing collaboration and giving your people the environment they need to do their best work. Read more about the benefits and values of redefining your office space to boost collaboration and ultimately help your business succeed.

Why was it important to improve your workplace for your business? What wasn’t working about your previous space? I joined the team at the tail-end of the pandemic, and we’ve been expending a significant effort as a business on getting the balance right between flexibility in working arrangements and in-person team-and-culture-building, which is extra important since we’re still so new as a company. Our previous space wasn’t suitable for us in size or layout, and wasn’t aligned with our growth ambitions.  Having an enjoyable, aesthetic and spacious work environment is a strong leading indicator for employee engagement, and so I…

Our designers reveal the top office trends for 2023 to help you stay ahead of the curve for your next office design, fit-out or refurbishment project

Quiet Quitting, has become the new workplace trend that despite the name, actually has nothing to do with quitting your job. As a ‘quiet quitter’, doing any extra work or checking emails outside work hours are not considered within the boundaries of your job requirements. Quiet quitting means doing only what is within your job description and nothing more. A mentality that could essentially impact any future career progression within that business and role. What caused this was a shift in the mindset of young workers throughout the pandemic. For example, in the NHS staff survey, conducted in the autumn…

The  pandemic redefined the purpose of the office and provided businesses with the unique opportunity to rethink their workplace requirements. Instead of asking ‘why people are no longer coming into the office’, businesses are asking ‘what makes a workplace worth visiting’, and for many that means taking a step back and rethinking the purpose of the office for them. Writing a fit-for-purpose office design brief: Throughout the last two years, Dthree has focused on helping and advising clients to navigate their way through the immediate uncertainty and evolve their thinking regarding office design. We believe that people are a business’…

So, how much office space does your business need? A complex but valid question every business asks when they begin to think about relocating.  Ultimately, the size of your office is the one thing that will incur a significant expense if you decide to change it.  If you lease insufficient space, you’ll find it challenging to fit your growing business and possibly hinder your growth. If you lease too much space, you’ll find yourself burdened with unnecessary costs. Before you make any decisions, here are our top four considerations to help you establish how much space your business actually needs.  Understanding Square Footage…. This metic is…

We know that diverse and inclusive workplaces transform company culture and increase productivity and teamwork, ultimately driving the success of a business. But how we work has changed significantly in the past couple of years, due to limited travel and flexible work patterns, so finding ways to maintain an inclusive workplace is key. This year, the proportion of those working from home exclusively has dropped, as the number of workers both working from home and at their usual place of work has been growing. In February 2022, around 78% of home and hybrid workers reported improved work-life balance, with fewer…