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Thursday, February 1st, 2018
Hancock and Moore Home Office Berwind Swivel-tilt Chair 1298ST: The office chair will spell the difference between a comfy work or a stressful one.
You have probably heard corporate people associate the word culture to their work setting. When this word is used in this setting, it becomes the force that guides behaviors even when the employee handbook no longer covers certain scenarios. It is also the setup whether you have an open-door policy at work or if the employees are afraid to share their ideas and suggestions.
So what makes a great corporate culture? Since every culture has its own qualities and techniques, what will be detailed here are the universal guidelines that will make employers and employees more productive and happy at the same time.
The corporate setting should not be a place of torture. It must never be a place that employees dread to go to every day. Instead, they should look forward to doing their jobs and to collaborating with co-workers as they progress through the day.
The jobs should not be there to provoke people or to induce stress. And while work may turn out to be difficult at times, it should not lead to depressions and frustrations. It should, on the contrary, have a culture that can easily alleviate these stress-related occurrences.
So how can an office culture remain positive?
Hire the Right People
When making hiring decisions, bluntly put, do not hire useless people. Bring in candidates that are willing to work on your projects with a smiling face. Remember when they say that work only becomes work when it ceases to pique your interest?
Then be able to glean people who really love what you are doing. Remember this – no amount of elegant offices can make jerk employees want to work there. Your hired people will be the ones who will embody the company culture so hire the best and willing ones.
Hire People with Vision
When you think you already hired the right kinds of people, then it’s time for step number two which is to glean them further. These employees must know your company’s mission and vision by heart.
Don’t rely on mere interviews to show you how much of an asset these people would become. To know if someone is already truly onboard, ask about their thoughts on the company’s mission and vision. Ask them how they can apply these to their daily lives.
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Provide All Office Needs
Since the employees are there to provide the force behind the company, they would need tools to be able to do their jobs. Now that you have an actual office, then it’s time to think about the furnishings, office supplies, and other essentials.
First that you need to consider are desk supplies. These are the basics such as pens, paper clips, staplers, staple wires, punchers, notepads, business cards (where applicable), etc.
You should also look at how you can maximize the use of technology in the office. Everyone must have a powerful smartphone, a laptop computer, and tablets. While you might easily balance the different campaigns and accounting details of the business, still, it pays to have some type of software or gadget to keep the data in.
You are able to function better in this manner since the computer can take care of data storage.
Speaking of software, you need to have a few applications that can help you in managing the business especially in handling customer service and accounting tasks. Also, don’t forget to install a timekeeping device.
The third thing that you need to immediately look into are the office furniture and storage. Consider what kinds of office chairs will be used. Do you prefer leather or fabric upholstery? How about a functional desk?
Know that the right kinds of furniture will give the office a more professional looking ambiance.
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Wednesday, November 8th, 2017
Uttermost Accessories Regency Villa Tesio 23- inch Red Wall Clock 06037
Wall clocks are the silent pieces in many home’s decorative schemes. Going back to when they were invented, they were used merely to tell what time it was. Pretty soon, though, it became one of the most common decorative elements. They have even quickly adapted which is why they are still a major part of many interior design styles.
Companion to An Otherwise Empty Wall
Clocks look absolutely awesome when displayed on an empty wall. There are many designs to choose from that could make a wall look complete.
‘Ever seen oversized clocks make a statement in a room? They are simply amazing, aren’t they? A minimalist room becomes less empty once a wall clock dons one of its walls proudly.
Take note that the wall clock must contrast or complement the wall well enough. If not, and if you don’t pay close attention to design elements such as color, texture, and even size, then the clock could feel lost in a sea of paint.
Keep in mind that a wall clock that has high contrast with the paint color is bound to capture more attention as it will look more striking. On the other hand, a wall clock with low contrast will appear more subtle and passive, thus, you can have one more piece serve as the focal piece.
The Focal Point
A huge clock can easily become the key feature in a living room or just about any room that needs a bold focal point. It can be used in place of a fireplace or even a breathtaking view.
A room could even have lots of visual interest but once it needs a piece de resistance, there are very few pieces that could fulfill that role.
Or the Complement to a Focal Piece
If you already have a fireplace in the living room, then what could make it more exciting than the right, complementary wall clock? It is guaranteed that there are thousands of choices out there that can make this architectural feature a more exciting visual interest.
A Welcoming Piece
The entryway could be one with a vaulted ceiling or it could be just your usual entrance point but once you decorate it with an awesome wall clock. Just make sure to choose the right size and design. Scaling the wall clock for the room or space could perfectly cap your interior design.
Picking the right color also means knowing which clock piece goes with your current color palette. The details of this decorative piece must beautifully contrast or complement the interior design elements.
The Anchor Point
Even if you have a room that already looks stunning, a wall clock is a piece that could easily pull all of the design elements together. For instance, a black wall clock could tie the rest of the furnishings. The right metallic tone could even make this black wall clock pop from a neutral wall.
Hanging a wall clock alone on a wall spells you making your statement. But before you do this, make sure that the wall clock can self-sustain. Otherwise, it is better to have some little decorative pieces frame it.
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Outstanding Room Element
Apart from the living room and the entryway, there are other rooms that could become the home to a beautiful wall clock. The dining room could be the perfect place to a large clock. It could easily take the place of a hutch or buffet.
The right wall clock can also be hung on the upper wall of stairwells.
As for the bedroom, it could be used as a complementary piece for a beautiful headboard. The maximum diameter of this wall clock could be about 30-36 inches.
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Thursday, December 8th, 2016
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Offices are homes away from your real home. These are the places where market shares and business opportunities are fought for. These can only be achieved where productivity is high and where the business is on a roll.
But what happens if the office is moved to your home? How then can you make your home office as productive as your traditional office?
Splash Some Colors
Ideal home office spaces should mirror the kind of work that you do. Banking, legal services and other such work would be most productive inside a neutral office. Creative offices, on the other hand, like those used by graphic designers and photographers should have a more vibrant office. Whether you’re engaged in more serious desk work or are on the go at times, it pays to implement your preference in terms of home office design.
Branding Matters
Think of ways that you could incorporate the company’s branding to the office design; find out how you could most effectively use the business logo and name. Decide also if you’re willing to hang a sign outside of your home. The placement of the business logo as well as the paint color that you use are both trivial since these have psychological impacts on potential productivity and client calls.
Buy Sturdy Office Furniture
Don’t automatically think that an office-supply shop is the best place to purchase office furniture. Discount stores would surely not be able to provide your home office needs. So, where should you go and what type of furniture should you invest in?
Buying new furniture may be pricier at first but if you choose well, these pieces will last a long time. It beats cheap, mass-produced pieces by so many miles. And don’t think that no one will notice the difference between the investment piece and the mass-produced piece.
Say Goodbye to Garbage
Businesses acquire piles upon piles of boxes, papers and other important documents. Take time to sort these out and decide which ones are still important to your business. Set aside a few minutes every day to clean up your home office space. You don’t have to dive into the piles for hours at a time. Instead, schedule a few minutes to go through the office debris. Pretty soon, you’ll see that you’ve already organized what used to be a cluttered area.
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Consider the Design
When you’re on a business trip, even when you’re on vacation, you often stay in hotels, right? These places showcase the best lighting and interior design. Most small businessmen ignore these necessities.
Design doesn’t have to be a new coat of paint or a plush rug. Sometimes, it is as easy as setting up the things that inspire you to be more productive. This could be a photograph or two or it could be a display of your personal collection.
Having a spare room isn’t tantamount to having a successful and productive home office. Your workspace can be placed right by the window where you can have a great view while you work. A little sunshine and the feel of summer breeze on your cheeks while you type away some words on your laptop could make a huge difference on your productivity.
Double Duty
Working on a traditional desk isn’t a surefire way of making you more productive. You could, therefore, use other furniture pieces in place of a desk, say, an armoire that doubles as a storage unit that stashes silverware, glassware and chinaware. It is also a lovely desk when you’re busy working.
The Fundamental Palette
‘Wanna be extremely productive? Then be ready to go bold and bright. Use the most invigorating colors. Be sure to add extra shelves so that files and office supplies are kept out of sight.
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Thursday, October 20th, 2016
Hooker Furniture Living Room Imperial Regal 3-Piece Stationary Sectional
Have you reached a point in your life when you now that you simply gotta add space in your home? Would like to have a bigger bathroom so that you can relax and enjoy a bubbly bath after a long day at work? Others would like to add a kitchen that’s cozy enough to hold a breakfast nook. Whatever your reasons for adding extra space, you need to stop and consider a few things first. Remember that home additions can become invasive to your current lifestyle.
Defining Micro-Addition
This is also referred to as the bump out. It is a versatile extension that can become a valuable part of your home. It may be a small expansion but this is usable living space that can be converted into any room that you desire.
There is no need to lay a different foundation when making a micro-addition. This costs less than the usual home addition which is why more and more homeowners are resorting to this.
Micro-additions can give your home dramatic results by adding a few feet to the current room. This is different from adding another room to your home because micro-addition covers less space yet, still, it improves your home in so many ways.
Micro-Addition Benefits
A huge benefit that you can get out of micro-addition is the cost. Traditional construction for another room means you need to have more updates like an HVAC. Your project becomes more expensive when you’d need new outlets because an electrician would have to take care of it for you.
Bump-outs often don’t use the current roof but are given their flat roof. This eliminates the cost for the roof extension. You still get to save, though, because you are just expanding the room, not creating another one. That additional living space will also add to your ROI should you decide to sell your property.
One other benefit is that micro-additions are not as invasive in your home. You could be asked to stay away for a while when you need to add an entirely new room. Of course, there’s that concern about debris and dust getting into all rooms of the house.
Micro-addition will also have but a minimal impact on the exterior of your home. It becomes easier to blend with the current design at a more limited amount of time.
Probable Additions
A small bathroom will benefit from micro-addition. You can add a tub or a new shower in that extra space.
As for the kitchen, it would be wise to add some more space when you want a breakfast nook right by the corner where the sun usually shines during the morning.
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Living room micro-addition can be transitioned into a home office or a small entertainment area. As for the bedroom, this could serve as a his and hers closet or a walk-in closet for all your accessories.
Addition Costs
Once everything is considered, cost is a factor that you seriously need to think about. The average room addition cost is valued at $36,328. For micro-additions, this cost is sure to become lower. Think also about the cost of permits, plumbing and electrical works if needed.
Think if you would need a micro-addition or an additional room. Whether your needs are large or small, this could be the time for an addition. Rather than spend more by moving into a larger home, why not evaluate the cost for a small addition? Make sure that you research all of your options then plan.
Micro-addition could be the greatest solution that could save you thousands of dollars. It is an investment that you would surely appreciate.
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Wednesday, August 17th, 2016
Hooker Furniture Home Office Sunset Point Utility File Cabinet can sit right in the same conference room as a long table and some chairs. It’s rustic, unique, it’s not your usual contemporary piece but it will definitely work.
For many small businesses, a conference room offers multiple uses. This can be a formal setting for those board meetings and client presentations. This could also be the same room where brainstorming sessions are held as well as strategic planning is drafted.
A conference room may also be used during social functions such as an employee’s birthday party and other celebratory events. This is also increasingly becoming the leading site for video conferences which link companies with their partners and customers, even their own employees.
Design Basics
Determining the actual size, furnishings and lighting for a conference room depends hugely on the number of people that would use it. Designing a space for 32 people requires bout 32 by 14 feet.
If you know the feeling of being cramped in a meeting room in the past, then you know how badly you wanted the meeting to end. That claustrophobic feeling should be eliminated if you ever want people to feel at ease inside the conference room.
There could be moments when it is more beneficial to break up the group into smaller packs during a meeting. Remember not to cramp too many chairs all around the table so that the attendees would be elbow to elbow. Comfort should still be a priority. Chairs, in particular, should be cushioned and upholstered with nothing but quality materials.
People who come from outside your company would eventually attend conferences. Some could be invited electronically to attend videoconferencing. Whichever of these events would push through first, always think about the image that your company would convey. A petite yet trendy company should embrace a more modern method. Make use of bolder colors; this is also true for bigger firms. For smaller conference rooms, make use of traditional tables and chairs as these are the more popular choice.
Table Options
Choices for the conference room table include the basic boardroom table. This is that oval or rectangular table. Chairs should be placed all around this piece of furniture.
Table variations include the V and U-shaped varieties. There are also companies that prefer the classroom type of conference room where the podium sit in front. This is the common setup for business conferences in hotels.
Added Features
An amenity that could be included in a conference room is a buffet table and some cabinets. These are needful in serving food and beverages. A small fridge can also be placed right by the corner so that the refreshments are readily available.
Technology Hub
If you were ever assigned to give an important presentation, then you know how important technology is. Modules that do not show up on the overhead screen or a video conference call that doesn’t work is the last thing that you need to happen during an important correspondence with a client.
It is needful, therefore, to have technology integrated into the conference room. Building credibility means being on top of technical matters as well. The great news is that there are now technology elements such as the one-touch panel control that can be used just as easily as you would a TV remote.
Conference Room Furnishings
Essential furniture for this room includes conference chairs and table. The chairs should be comfortable so that the attendees will feel relaxed. Make sure these are aesthetically and ergonomically designed. The seat must be padded and preferably installed with an adjustable support system.
The conference table, on the other hand, should have a design and shape according to your taste. Designer tables are available and are now known to withstand electronic gadgets and other office stuff. There are also conference tables that come with drawers where laptops and other office essentials can be stored.
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Wednesday, January 20th, 2016
Fine Furniture Design Home Office Trade Winds Writing Desk 1220-925 at McCreerys Home Furnishings.
The office desk is the central point of every work space. It is crucial, therefore, that you take the time to choose the right one. Don’t start looking at it as a daunting task, rather, an exciting phase that you need to go through.
There are many kinds of workspaces ranging from wide open, tiny to the hugely efficient. The perfect layout only becomes so if you find the right desk. Yet how do you get to choose the best?
The first thing that you need to remember is that the office desk is actually all about you. This is going to be your home base and private domain. While other office furniture must take into consideration other requirements, the office desk is one that has to meet yours. Prioritize your work habits as well as your preferences as you formulate the questions in choosing your work desk.
The office desk is both a computer work station and a place for paperwork. Make sure that it is able to carry computer equipment in such a way that cable clutter is reduced to a bare minimum. Some compartments will serve as storage for your computer components as well as important documents.
Take for instance the Fine Furniture Design Home Office Trade Winds Writing Desk (1220-925). This comes from the fine collection of Palm Island with a unique, softer finish called BALI. This is the perfect desk to invest in if you want your home office to stand out. Its finish offers a sun bleached look. Materials like hand-woven rattan pieces or woven padded twill will complement the BALI finish. Its hardware comprises custom metal and natural wood.
If you are going to use a desk for administrative purposes, then be sure to find a huge one that can accommodate shuffling and paper cataloguing. Storing or shelving documents and records will always be an issue in any office space so it pays to considering having an ancillary cabinet.
Do you also need to conduct meetings while you are seated in your work station? Then consider setting up a U-shaped or L-shaped layout. This will give you both a restrictive space where you can do administrative tasks, and an open space where you can hold conferences with others.
The discreet armoire can tone down a workplace ambiance.
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Desk Materials
Common materials used in crafting office desks are metal, plastics and, of course, wood.
Wooden materials come in different colors and grain patterns.
Desks made of solid wood are great for aesthetic purposes. These may be pricier at first but you get to use it for the rest of your life. When maintained well enough, hardwood desks could even become heirloom pieces.
Hooker Furniture Home Office Treviso Writing Desk 5374-10459 at McCreerys Home Furnishings.
Cleaning Wooden Desks
It is important to clean wood furniture if you want it to last. Solid wood furniture cannot be cleaned with just any ordinary furniture polish. A lot of the most popular furniture polishes have silicone and wax ingredients.
It’s best to avoid these polishes. Wax can leave residue that has a tendency to build up overtime. This can eventually lead to an uneven or cloudy appearance. Silicone, on the other hand, leaves behind white deposits that tend to destroy rather than improve furniture finishes.
Clean wooden desks 6 to 12 times every year. A mixture of mild soap and water should do. Dust your wooden office desk every week using a dry cloth. Dust can also be abrasive so when left on wooden surfaces, it can dull the appearance of the furniture.
Acquiring a beautiful piece such as the Treviso writing desk on the right requires a lot of attention – maintenance wise and social status wise. This office desk was aptly named from a province north of Venice right on the Adriatic Sea. Treviso offers authenticity, one that ages beautifully through the years. Notice that dark macchiato finish of this rustic office desk. It will take you through the Italian Renaissance because of its lovely Old World antique look.
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