Far from the stuffy image of a corporate environment, with row upon row of cubicles stretching out into the distance (a stereotype which we hope no one has to work in anymore), many businesses prefer to use their premises as an advertising tool as much as an actual workplace.
Now, for most people, the office is rarely a great place to be. Even with the very best office refurbishment in Reading, some people just aren't happy in their workplace – they can feel uninspired, and worry that their creativity is being stifled rather than supported and cultivated.
For these types of employees, a weird workplace could be just the thing they need to really flourish and grow into their own as a productive member of a business!
Simply put, for the employee, they have the advantage of working somewhere unique, special and that really stands out from the more generic offices in their local area. Many businesses have tried to create weird offices, but these normally manifest themselves as free food, pool tables, a gym and primary-coloured beanbags which can often be as obnoxious as inspiring.
A lot of businesses use their office environments as a form of advertising, to encourage employee retention and to attract extra attention to the work that they are doing; if you're looking for an example, just check out any of Google's offices! Weird workplaces are much better at this than just modern variations of older designs, and can attract attention from all over the world.
Look at it this way; they are noteworthy enough for us to have written a blog post about them!
These weird office designs are great for inspiring creativity, and each one has had a real impact on the people who work there.
Here at Oaktree, we believe that weird workplaces offer distinct advantages to employees and businesses of all kinds, but we understand that they aren't suitable for all businesses. There is often a degree of compromise when it comes to weird workplaces, often revolving around thermal or sound insulation, which can be a problem for many workers.
Whatever kind of office refurbishment in Reading you are looking for; our professional team are here to help you. For more information, please don't hesitate to call us today on 0845 474 3556; alternatively, if you have any specific questions regarding our office refurbishment in Reading, please email us at hello@oaktreeoffice.com.