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Rethinking reception: How to make a great first impression

Your reception area is one of the first points of contact for your business, so it’s important to make a good impression. A well designed reception helps to streamline your customer or client’s journey and helps to create a comfortable and memorable experience. Looking to update your reception area? Our team of office interior design professionals have created a reception design guide to help you make a great first impression. Prioritise neutral colours The colour of your reception has a huge impact on client psychology. Most reception areas, especially those in medical fields, choose neutral colours such as creams, whites, […]

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Look up! The importance of ceiling space in office fitouts

When considering an office fitout most people think about colour schemes, layout, amenities, furniture, and flooring – but rarely about the ceiling. To be fair, it’s not something you think about much when you walk into an office (unless there’s something particularly unique or different about it). But we’re here to tell you, ceiling space is important! Whether you’re looking for something industrial, natural, open spaced, or closed and cosy, your ceiling space will completely transform the atmosphere of your office fitout. If you’re looking for some ceiling styling inspiration for your office design or renovation, here are some of […]

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Fitout ideas to attract workers back to the office

While the world is slowly returning to normal work life after the shakeup of the pandemic, there are still many employees who are reluctant to return to the office. Whether they have concerns about their health or simply do not want to go back to old routines, many workers are choosing to remain working from home. While it may be tempting to force employees to go back to office via company mandates, this can ruffle feathers and may result in the loss of some of your workforce. So, what can be done? Simple. If you want to encourage more of […]

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Our guide to large fitouts (1000m2 or more)

Do you have a large space spanning over 1000 square metres? Or maybe even over 2500 metres? It can be daunting knowing where to start on large projects which is why we’ve put this short guide together so you know what to expect during your larger fitout project. The Process For large fitouts, the process is still much the same as a smaller fitout. You’ll work with the same dedicated Urban Group team and the general process will be followed: You will: Provide our project managers and designers with a list of requirements and brief Provide our interior design team […]

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Balancing an open yet quiet office fitout

Modern office fitouts have shifted from staff being hidden away in private offices and cubicles, to open plan layouts. This contemporary environment increases impromptu interactions, increases collaboration and improves employee relationships and team culture. Not to mention it also lessens the financial burden of construction during the design fit out process. However employees still require quiet office areas that minimise noise, distraction and disruption. This can be hard to come by in contemporary design fit outs. Add walls using furniture Furniture pieces like the Australian made wing lounge are ideal in balancing an open plan, inviting layout with quiet zones. […]

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How to get your new office fitout over the line with management

The new office fitout can be a hard sell to management. Hey we need money to put towards the space we live and breathe in Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. Yes it’s going to cost a bit and no commerical and office fitouts aren’t just for aesthetics. Here are some of the benefits of a good space: Office fitouts boost productivity No surprise these days that employee morale is important. A good office environment dictates work ethic, efficiency and morale (whether that’s commercial fitouts, office fitouts, dental clinics, medical clinics or your work from home station). Productivity increases by 20% in […]

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How to use partitions in an open plan office

Partitions have been a mainstay of office design since the rise of office fitouts. Creating individually compartmentalised workspaces has proven fruitful in creating a culture of success and efficiency in the workplace. However, as offices and businesses have continued to become more agile – and communication-focused – partitions have virtually disappeared in the modern open plan office. This is good for when open communication is required, but can hinder the efficiency and quality of the individual work produced in a workspace. Finding a workplace partition that effectively balances these two sides of the coin is the ultimate ideal in a […]

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How to find out if you’re under utilising your office space

Take a quick look around your office… How much of your office space is optimised for your needs? Whether it’s for your team, clients, or practice, a lack of office space can hinder productivity and your overall business. In fact, around 25% of commercial office space is unused. If you have an office space that is cramped and unconducive to work, the tips below will help you make the most of your space. Map out your needs Small or cramped spaces is one of the major killers of workplace productivity. Perhaps there was once a need for a room dedicated […]

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Four no-fuss office area redesigns to consider for the end of financial year

The financial year is nearly over, your employees have worked hard to get to this point, and the next few weeks stand to be some of the busiest of the year. Once the financial year is over, rewarding your company and employees with fresh spaces and new ideas is a great way to boost your team’s morale and productivity. Kick off the new financial year by giving yourself a fresh start and make a conscious impact on the success of the year to come. The below office-area redesign ideas can serve as a great starting point for your new office […]

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How to fit out a small business office

Considering a fit out for a small business office? It can seem like a significant challenge for your business at first. You might be thinking of the time and budget constraints and suddenly it can seem near impossible to achieve the goal of a workspace that works for you. Hiring a fit out specialist is the best way to tailor your office in a cost effective and efficient way and make the most of a smaller space. Here are a few quick tips that the best of the best in the fit out world always consider: Know your limits Within […]

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