Moving into a new office is always a very big step for any company. The excitement of working in a new environment is sure to freshen up the working experience for employees. But when the dust begins to settle, and people get used to their new surroundings, what material improvements can business owners look for to make sure their workers keep up the good work?
The solar shading systems developed and manufactured by Solinear are built with employees in mind. Whether it is helping to maintain a comfortable temperature, or moderating the amount of daylight that gets in, the long list of benefits on offer make louvred structures a must-have for any commercial building.
Stable temperatures keep employees fit and healthy
According to the XpertHR sickness absence rates survey for 2015, sick days accounted for an average of 2.8% of working time per year, costing employers an average of £16 million! It is clear that the maintenance of a healthy working environment is essential for ensuring that workers are fit and well, and used to their full potential.
With this in mind, Solinear louvre and solar shadings systems can help to ensure that adequate air flow is circulating around the building, while at the same time keeping the internal temperature at the desiredlevel. Most airborne germs thrive in warm conditions, so the need to supply cool, well ventilated conditions throughout the summer is essential in keeping sick days to a minimum.
Soft daylight ensures computer screens are easily read
Most offices in big cities abound with long stretches of glass panelling. True, it can make the workplace feel lighter, but issues will arise whenever a south-facing window admits more light than is necessary. Given that most workers these days have access to computers, it can pose efficiency problems when people are unable to see their screens due to the intense sunlight.
The solution is simple: brise soleil structures ensure that the harsh rays of the sun are refracted and guided into the office in a much more subtle way. This allows employees to see their screens without having to turn the brightness up, which risks giving them sore eyes. Sunbathing has its place, but not in the workplace.
Smart building design complements smart thinking
Putting the ‘art’ into ‘smart’ isn’t just an aesthetic decision. Having a sleek and cutting edge office design works to improve the overall mood of the workplace. Louvred panelling looks sleek and modern, and may help give workers that extra bit of inspiration for their next big idea. We as humans are always influenced by our environment so it takes no stretch of imagination to realise that smart design equals smart thinking.
