One of the most overlooked pieces of the leasing puzzle is the “make good”. It’s a standard clause included in most commercial leases requiring tenants to return a property to its original state. It’s important to leave a few weeks, or even a month or so, to consider your property’s make good, as it may involve some renovation and construction. So how do you know what your obliged to do, and when is the right time to call an office fitout specialist? We explore this below: Check your lease agreement You’ll often find the make good clauses to be vague […]

Here at Urban Group we are seeing organisations of all sizes beginning to understand the importance of culture and as an extension, the employee experience or their workplace. Your workplace environment is now far more than walls, desks and computers. Instead, it serves as a second home for some employees, a recruitment tool for hiring and retaining top talent and, most importantly, a place to inspire and grow your team. Bringing your brand to life in your physical work environment plays a huge part in motivating people to work hard in shaping and evolving your brand. Define your values Take […]

Brisbane office design is continuing to evolve and keep pace with trends from all over the working world. As research has shown, different methods of improving the productivity and happiness of our workforce have taken these methodologies and made them an intrinsic element of our designs. As we approach the end of the financial year, there’s no better way to prepare than looking into some less common areas of your office that could do with some love. Recreational areas Carving out room for a recreational area can be a complex task, but one made easier with the help of a […]

Your medical clinic fitout is an important part of your business—it shapes the way clients interact and refer your services, how productive and positive your team is, and how your business revenue is set to succeed and grow. In this post, we’ll share four medical clinics that’ll inspire your own space, whether it be for a small interior design fix, or a complete clinic fitout. Before getting started, don’t forget the three important questions to ask yourself when designing and creating a medical clinic fitout: Is your space functional? In a medical clinic, it’s important to ensure the facilities and […]

It’s becoming more accepted that the design of office space has a significant influence on how people feel, as well as their mood, and behaviour. People typically spend 40+ hours at work per week. Which often means spending more time with co-workers than partners, family, and friends. Let’s take a look at how the following design elements can potentially improve the mood or alter behaviour of your staff. Diverse work spaces Sitting at the same desk and staring at a monitor all day can make it difficult to focus. This is why companies, such as Apple, have different workspaces for […]

There’s a growing awareness of companies realising how their workplace environment is significantly impacting their staff’s productivity, rather than just how many hours they are at their desk. But trying to set up the workplace as a strategic tool which contributes to collaboration, growth and increased productivity is easier said than done. What works successfully varies from one office to the next. It also depends on the company culture, as well as how employees prefer to work. Here are five evergreen and innovative ways to redefine the workplace. 1. Set up hot desks With the increase of laptops and wi-fi, […]

If you’re underutilising your office design and style, a small office can feel overwhelming and confined to work in, stifle productivity and give clients or new starters a poor first impression. Even if you’re working in a small floorplan, there are simple ways you can make your office feel bigger and spacious during your fitout. At Urban Group, we work with all kinds of office spaces and environments, and we’re here to share our most valuable tips with you. Consider herringbone floors Characterised by rectangular shapes, herringbone floors, in either wood or tile, are a great way to add a […]