Open Space Büro
An open-plan office is an open-plan office without fixed walls. It is also often referred to as a multi-space office or an open office concept. Open-space offices are becoming increasingly important in many companies. Even large corporations such as Google and Microsoft have been making use of the open space method for years. We show you the most important advantages and disadvantages of the concept.
The open space method
Open Space Büros is usually based on a well thought-out concept. The main aim is to promote communication between the employees of the company in question. The workstations are therefore designed in such a way that all employees can easily get in touch with each other. Depending on the company, grouped work areas can also be useful for different departments.
Designing an open space office
When designing an open space office, you should definitely involve the employees. Certain rules should be established from the outset. This will help to avoid misunderstandings. All workstations should also offer the same conditions, as fixed workstations are unusual in the open space office. The latter applies to both the furniture and the technical office equipment.
The choice of colors and lighting also play a key role in the open space office. Avoid bright colors on the wall and in the lighting. These cause unrest and distract employees from their work. When choosing colors, you can also involve employees in the decision.
Advantages of the open space method
The greatest advantage of the open space method is probably the opportunity for open exchange among a company's employees. Informal exchange in particular can strengthen the sense of community. In addition, the space is used efficiently and costs can be saved.
+Cost-effective
+Efficient use of space
+Sense of community
+Open exchange
Disadvantages of the Open Space method
A certain level of noise cannot be avoided when many people work together in a room, even with pre-defined rules. Care should be taken to keep the background noise to a bearable minimum, as a permanently high noise level can lead to stress. This also results in a certain conflict potential.
In the context of the coronavirus pandemic, the health risk also plays a role. Viruses and bacteria spread much faster in an open space office than in individual offices. Good hygiene should be a matter of course. However, it is also important that employees who have fallen ill do not drag themselves to work, but prefer to stay in their home office if in doubt.
- The backdrop of noise
- Potential for conflict
- Health risk
Individual room design with ComPeri
Do you need support in designing an open space office in your company? Or perhaps you are not yet sure whether the open office concept is right for you? Then ComPeri is the right place for you. As experts in the field of conference and media technology, we are also happy to help you with the technical set-up of your seminar or conference room. Benefit from our comprehensive full range of services, from installation & integration to repairs of all kinds. With our high-quality media technology installations, we are available to you in the greater Munich area and beyond on request.