Did you know that a Google search for cubicle Feng Shui delivers over 69,000 results? There’s even a “for Dummies” article on the topic. That’s a testament to all the office employees who are looking for alternative ways to make their workspace more inspiring. So, if you want tips for ways to improve the flow of Chi in call center cubicles, a quick trip online will provide plenty of ideas.
Some of the suggestions are obvious common sense such as keeping clutter to a minimum to encourage focus. Ergonomics also blends well with this ancient science – for example, good lighting is an essential part of both workplace design and Feng Shui. Other tips tie in to human psychology (don’t sit with your back to the opening of your cube or you will feel nervous).
Then, it becomes a little more esoteric with tools like the Bagua map that divide your cubicle or your worksurface into 9 squares – each representing a different aspect of your life. Want to experience greater work/life balance? Put a framed photo of your family in the top right corner of your desk. That’s the area that represents relationships.
All in all, Feng Shui offers a fascinating way to tap into your creative side. It can help remake call center cubicles into environments that promote productivity rather than stress and boredom.
In January, the Marketplace worktable was recognized by iF for
This Teknion systems furniture design allows you to effectively create the longest desk in the business world. You can install an uninterrupted worktable (without periodic vertical supports) that is up to 20 feet in length. This remarkably space efficient design emphasizes teamwork and collaboration in the workplace. However, each employee’s space can also be personalized if desired.
Lamps may be installed along the truss – both in the overhead canopy for a pleasant, ambient glow and in the form of task lighting for serious work. Screens and privacy angle inserts divide the space to give each team member their own “territory”. The Marketplace Teknion systems furniture collection includes bridges with integrated file storage that can be inserted at your desired intervals. This effectively turns the continuous worktable into a series of separate desks without taking up additional space.
Do you have to cope with spending 40+ hours a week in cube farm? You’ll enjoy these helpful “survival” tips compiled by Darlene – a blogger from San Diego. Cubicles don’t have to create the cramped, uncomfortable work environment depicted in Dilbert cartoons if you and your coworkers make an effort to get along. A lot of it just boils down to being polite.
Christmas came early for Planet Earth last year when one office furniture corporation made its most recent waste-to-landfill announcement on December 18th. Haworth cubicles are now “greener” than ever. The company’s U.S. locations went from producing 4.6 million pounds of landfill-bound waste to
During a recent
Modern cubicle manufacturers offer a lot of visual interest in their product designs. They incorporate colorful fabrics, glass panels, lovely wood veneers, and more. However, if your company has old fashion grey fabric panels, the view from inside your workstation may be pretty dreary. Changing your cubicle’s vista from dull to interesting may be up to you.
Ethospace
Although this collection was first introduced in 1985, you can still build on an original Ethospace installation using the latest components. The frame and tile system lets you update the look and feel of your office space with minimal disruption.
Buying all new cubicles isn’t the only improvement you can make to your office environment. This cunning group of coworkers has figured out how to upgrade an existing workspace to make it feel much cozier. Employee Stewart Douglas didn’t expect to come back from vacation and find himself the recipient of a “Total Cubicle Makeover”.
Business owners who are serious about purchasing some of the sturdiest office furniture on the market will be interested in investigating Maxon cubicles. Steel and aluminum are combined to create a panel system that can double as ceiling height walls in the
Are you planning the finish details for a set of AIS cubicles? Vista is one of the choices you might consider if you want neutral tones paired with an interesting texture. This
There is no question that Light in Motion (LIM) is an innovative, practical addition to the modern office space. Last year, this Haworth cubicle LED task light took home the silver at NeoCon. Now, the lighting system has been honored with the 
