FURNITURE FOR COLLABORATIVE WORKSPACES

Collaborative workspaces have become commonplace in many cities. Their emergence has been brought about by the ease of communication via the internet. They are especially aimed at independent professionals, freelancers or small businesses that carry out their work using a computer. The furniture for collaborative workspaces, the easy access to communications they provide and the contact with other professionals are the keys to their success.

Of course, there is always the possibility of working from home but these spaces offer many advantages. The wifi network always works and the connections are high speed, something that sometimes does not happen at home. Moreover, the furniture in coworking spaces is healthy, ergonomic and perfect for the long working hours of freelancers. And at home? Many people work on chairs that are not adaptable and on tiny desks.

At DESMON we are specialists in office furniture and have equipped many collaborative spaces. We have been in charge of designing, manufacturing and assembling the pieces that offer the best answer. With this post we want to talk to you about this furniture for collaborative workspaces. We will explain which are the basic pieces that they must have. In this way, you will be able to check which spaces have them and favour the working environment.

Collaborative workspaces are vital for freelancers and digital professionals. These types of shared offices allow individualised work for entrepreneurs of all kinds. But they are also the launch pad for creating new business opportunities between professionals from different companies and areas.

In order for work and interpersonal relations to flow, these spaces are spacious and without walls. In addition, adaptable office desks are installed. These are accompanied by ergonomic chairs and other office furniture for storing all kinds of documents and personal items.

If there is one thing that characterises any collaborative space, it is the seating areas with sofas and round tables. These areas are the ideal place to enjoy leisure time or have lunch with colleagues from other companies.

There is no doubt that collaborative offices are becoming more and more numerous. Likewise, their size is becoming larger and this factor means that the influx of professionals is multiplying. These spaces are visited daily by freelance workers and also by their clients or collaborators. Therefore, it is important to have facilities and furniture that are up to the task.

At DESMON we know that furniture placed in workspaces must be functional, practical, comfortable and resistant. These characteristics are essential to achieve an environment that promotes productivity.

Likewise, healthy furniture is a notable plus. Everyone knows that freelancers and self-employed professionals work long hours. That means they will spend a lot of time sitting in a chair, using a desk or serving shelves. All these pieces must be ergonomic so that back and neck pains do not occur.

The decoration and interior areas of a collaborative space should be conducive to work. If the work is carried out in a pleasant environment, the result is sure to be optimal. It is true that the space can be decorated to a greater or lesser extent and include all kinds of accessories. However, there are a series of pieces that are essential. If they are available, the work of the professionals will be easier and more comfortable.

From DESMON we offer you the list of the 5 basic pieces of furniture for collaborative workspaces. They are the following.

1. RECEPTION DESKS 

The entrance area to the collaborative space is the first business card. Having a large and identifiable reception desk is essential. You can choose between straight, angled or curved shapes. Everything will depend on the impression you want to convey. Similarly, it can be made of different materials such as wood, metal or plastic. The neutral colour will enhance a sense of calm and friendliness.

2. OFFICE DESKS

In the case of collaborative spaces, desks should be spacious. This type of professional often works with laptops, tablets or graphic material. Graphic designers, photographers or typesetters use powerful computers that require large screens with good resolution. For this reason, desks must be of sufficient size. On the other hand, L-shaped desks are also common, facilitating contact for short meetings with other colleagues. Lastly, elevating desks are becoming more and more common and used because many professionals prefer to work standing up and not spend so many hours sitting down.

3. ERGONOMIC OFFICE CHAIRS

Ergonomic office chairs are essential for the comfort of professionals. This kind of chairs can be adjusted in height and depth towards the desk. In addition, they have wheels that make it easy to move them around. Finally, the upholstery is made of breathable materials and with lumbar adjustment.

4. DIVIDING PARTITIONS FOR OFFICES AND OFFICES

Since the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic, anti-contagion screens have become a common piece of furniture in collaborative spaces. These offices offer transparent desk partitions that prevent possible contagion. At the same time, visual contact is maintained and the feeling of isolation is eliminated.

5. SHELVING AND STORAGE SPACE

The last item on the list of furniture for collaborative spaces refers to storage space. It is true that IT and the cloud are taking paper out of the workplace. However, there are always physical documents, catalogues, albums or portfolios that should be stored. Office shelving, drawer units or low shelves are therefore present in these collaborative offices.

If you are thinking of setting up a collaborative space and you need to equip it, DESMON can help you. We offer you the best office furniture made of resistant and durable materials. We have a multidisciplinary team that designs, manufactures and assembles all our pieces.

At DESMON, we are experts in offering customised solutions and we can equip your space so that you can provide an impeccable service to independent professionals. If you need more information, please contact us and we will provide you with a customised quote.