Office Design Trends 2022

Working from home has a lot of advantages, but we can’t give up the office entirely because it helps to cement and build relationships and company culture. Without the office, we’d be just another faceless remote workforce, and our learning opportunities, face-to-face interactions, and skills would almost certainly suffer. So, let’s peer into the future and see what office design trends may emerge in 2022!

Flexible Office Spaces

Flexible office spaces have been rising for a few years, and that trend will likely continue in 2022. These types of offices are adaptable and can be reconfigured quickly and easily to suit the needs of any business. They’re also usually smaller than traditional offices, which makes them more affordable.

Sustainability

As we become more aware of our actions’ impact on the environment, sustainability is likely to become an important factor in office design. Office buildings will use less energy and water and generate less waste. Furniture and fittings will be made from sustainable materials, and there will be more plants to improve air quality.

Office Colour Trends

While the all-white office has been popular in recent years, we’re likely to see a move away from that in 2022. Office design is becoming more playful, reflected in the use of colour. We’ll see bolder, brighter colours to create an inviting and energizing space.

Technology

During the epidemic, several individuals became more familiar with Zoom and Team meetings, so we anticipate offices and furniture to support these gatherings in 2022. Acoustic Pods and booths with screens are an excellent method for managers and employees to stay connected when working remotely. In addition, meeting rooms that have been used traditionally may be converted into ‘Zoom Rooms’ utilizing acoustic panels and ceiling baffles to improve the acoustics. USB and HDMI ports and technology-rich furnishings such as built-in phone chargers will also be popular in 2022.

Flexible Furniture

If businesses use a hybrid approach to working, the office layout and structure may be questioned. Isn’t it excessive to have 12 desks when only 6 are utilized? Is the meeting area being used as much as it once was? There might be huge spaces and spots open that would allow for more flexible hybrid work with remote staff coming in as needed.

You may be able to accomplish this by using movable furnishings. Chairs, modular tables, workstations on wheels, and walls are available in various configurations to allow you to rearrange your workspace quickly.

Conclusion

So, there you have it! Some of the top office design trends of 2022. Although a lot of people have spent some time away from the office in the last few years, it may have provided us with some space and time to reflect on its purpose and how it serves us. The office is doubtlessly the center of any firm, and it must continue to buzz to keep employees engaged and motivated. 2022 will undoubtedly be an interesting year for the workplace as offices are being redesigned to accommodate this balance. Thanks for reading!

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