How The Office Design Impacts Your Mental Health

Are your employees mentally healthy? How many of you really know the answer to this question? This is an era of the industry boom. There are many corporate workplaces. But how do you stand out from the crowd? People spend more time in office these days and so the workspace design has an impact on the mental health of the employees. So, have you designed it to meet the mental health needs? Here are a few components your workspace should include to create a healthy office.

Work-Life Balance

Every employee has a personal life, so if your sector requires something more than the regular 9 to 5 job and if working overtime is unavoidable, you can think of ways to compensate them. Engaging breakout spaces, adding amenities, having informal meeting areas and ergonomic furniture are a few things that can make the working experience all the more positive. This will create a home away from home environment for your employees to work peacefully and creatively.

Employee Growth & Development

Every employee should grow with the business and every employer will need that growth. You can take some measures to ensure the growth of the employees. You can provide your employees with the right technology and introduce incentives to encourage them.

Employee Recognition& Encouragement

The level of engagement in your office will have a direct impact on the employees’ mental health. But is your office designed to meet collaboration and brainstorming needs? You can have small meeting rooms and big conference rooms not just for client meetings, but to recognize your employees. You can also hang inspirational quotes and positive images on the office walls.

The Right Color Scheme

Employing the right color scheme is crucial when it comes to office design. Your mind reacts differently to different colors schemes. For example, blue is associated with well being and productivity, therefore it suits most of the workspace. Black or grey may be depressing.

Keep Things Fresh & Relaxed

Use of plants, larger window with views of nature, water features and open spaces can all create a healthier and calmer workplace environment.

At Cornerstone, we have commercial contractors who are capable of creating workspace that cater to the needs of employees’ mental health. Contact us to create an atmosphere that encourages your employees and is motivating.