5 Tips to Optimize Your Commercial Floor Plan to the Max
Your floor plan is crucial for design planning, whether for new commercial construction or a renovation project. The balancing act between making your interior comfortable and not wasting space can be challenging to plan for. However, with help from expert interior contractors, you’ll find the perfect compromise for your commercial floor plan. Here are five helpful tips for optimizing your floor plan throughout the design process. And for additional help, reach out to the professionals at Mid-Illinois Companies today!
1. Consider What Every Department Needs
The positioning of offices, conference rooms, bathrooms, etc., has more effect on your work environment than you might think. And in designing your interior, you want to ensure every department has the space they need to operate properly. Instead of an open floor plan, would your employees benefit more from private offices? Is there a part of your company that’s more productive working in communal spaces? These are all questions you should ask before finalizing your interior’s framing. Additionally, making sure spaces are easily accessible and connected helps with employees’ and clients’ “traffic flow” throughout your facility.
2. Eliminate Unnecessary Space
On paper, the idea of three conference rooms might make sense! However, do you need two extra conference rooms if the first one is being used? Probably not. This brings us to our next point: eliminating unnecessary space. In truth, you should want to utilize all the available space to its maximum potential. If you have random extra rooms with no purpose, space is wasted. Consider your company’s precise needs, and design a floor plan tailored to those needs. And if you still find yourself with extra space, why not make a room multi-purpose?
3. Make Smart Design Choices
This tip might seem obvious, but you’d be surprised! In designing interior space, it’s essential to create a design that makes sense. Ultimately, it’s about consolidating your space and making the most out of what’s already in place. For example, if you want to put in a new bathroom, don’t place it opposite your other. Instead, have your bathrooms next to each other to take advantage of the same plumbing and water hookups. Or, for restaurant owners, your dining area should be appropriately spaced from your kitchen, not too close to customers but not too far for servers. Thankfully, interior contractors like Mid-Illinois Companies understand what makes smart interior design.
4. Consider Office Amenities
When designing your interior floor plan, now’s the best time to consider what amenities your employees might enjoy. While everyone appreciates a breakroom, there are other ways you can utilize your space. For example, a fitness room might be excellent for those wanting to fit some exercise into their day but don’t have the time between work and commute. Or, the addition of a central lounge or meeting space can be the best place for employees to have impromptu meetings or enjoy their downtime. Such amenities not only keep your employees engaged and productive, but they counter turnover and can attract new hires.
5. Pick Out the Right Lighting
The way your office is lit can significantly impact the morale and productivity of your staff. Being stuck under the same harsh lighting all day long is enough for workers to develop headaches and fatigue. However, you don’t want your facility too dark, as it might make employees sluggish and sleepy. You’ll want to discuss what lighting your staff finds most comfortable and adjust your design accordingly. And to get your planning started, here’s an additional tip: daylight is best. Thus, it might be worth opening up spaces with large windows.
Talk with Our Team
Planning your interior design doesn’t have to be challenging. With the proper guidance from expert commercial contractors, you’re well on your way to achieving the perfect floor plan for your office or facility. And when looking for assistance with interior framing and design, look no further than the professionals at Mid-Illinois Companies. To learn more about our services, contact us today at 309-674-0717. Also, our Peoria office is located at 905 NE Adams St, Peoria, IL 61603.
