SPACE PLAN DESIGN

In space planning, the design professional blocks out interior spatial areas, defines circulation patterns, and develops plans and layouts for furniture and equipment placement.

Space planning services consider numerous design parameters, including the client’s project goals and priorities, the client’s organizational structure and relationships, space allocation criteria, building codes and access for the disabled, furniture standards, circulation and work flow, design considerations, the constraints of fixed building elements and building system interfaces, security and privacy issues, and flexibility for accommodating future space needs.

Clients who want to use existing space more efficiently or tenants required to do their own interior build-outs often require space planning services. In particular, the interiors of older facilities may need reorganization to accommodate new equipment or new work processes. 

Organizations that have grown, downsized, or simply reorganized may need space planning services. Because organizational change is occurring faster than in the past, many organizations want to maximize the flexibility of interior spaces so they can accommodate change efficiently.

The need for space planning may spring from a change in organizational philosophy. In corporate environments, many organizations are moving away from hierarchical structures toward a more team-based approach that favors more egalitarian, collaborative work space to replace executive offices and cubicles.

Space planning is an integral part of interior design and building design services. The results of space planning can provide a basis for developing interior architectural elements and furnishing of interior spaces.

 INTERIOR DESIGN

Interior design is the process of shaping the experience of interior space, through the manipulation of special volume as well as surface treatment. Workspaces need to reflect the priorities of those within the workforce—engaging them with meaningful encounters, motivating them by creating a sense of belonging, and encouraging their personal development. Many of today’s new spaces can teach us a lot about creating a positive culture at work. 
Here are some common features in the design of tech offices that can engage knowledge-based workers in any industry:


• Start with activity-based planning

• Prioritize “we” space over “me” space

• Embed your brand

• Provide well-chosen amenities

• Connect with the community

• Focus on wellness and sustainability

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Implementing collaborative design principles in traditional organizations often involves concerns about maintaining information privacy, navigating and managing regulatory requirements, and breaking down reporting structures. Since shifts in demographics and mobility will eventually affect every industry, it’s time to adapt or be left behind. Creating a more progressive workspace means asking hard questions and challenging the entrenched hierarchies and models of corporate workflow and space utilization.