It is increasingly common for offices to have a collaborative workspace, in which employees can create synergies, share progress in different projects, enrich themselves with the ideas of colleagues and seek joint solutions.
Collaborative spaces bring out the best in employees, and provide a conducive space for problem-solving, fostering innovation and productivity.
The design and organization of this type of workspace require some considerations to be practical and to really fulfil the functions for which they were intended. In this article, we tell you some of the best ways to organize a collaborative workspace in your office.
THE FURNITURE
Furniture is the most important part of a workspace, depending on the type of elements and their distribution, collaboration and exchange will be more or less fluid.
THE TABLES
The large running tables that allow you to share workspace side by side are one of the best bets for this type of space. If you do not have too much space, you can opt for several tables in the form of rows. The material must be resistant to withstand daily use and have facilities for the installation of personal electronic devices: plugs, space for cables and USB sockets. The idea is to be able to change jobs easily without being cumbersome. opt for models with sturdy legs that are easy to sanitize.
CHAIRS
Taking into account the exchange of people and the usual jobs in collaborative spaces, it is important to have ergonomic chairs that are easily adjustable to the physiognomy of the different workers.
BLACKBOARDS OR BOARDS
Having elements that favour the common visualization of the progress of tasks, objectives, and that allow ideas to be jotted down quickly is essential in a collaborative place. Use the walls for the installation of these elements, so that they are visible to all employees.
STORAGE
Even in the most dynamic spaces, it is necessary to have storage solutions for filing papers, office supplies and other items. Avoid using drawers that divide the space between the workers, opt for shelves with different compartments so that everyone has their storage space for their own needs.
HOW TO FIX THE NOISE
Noise is one of the main problems in collaborative spaces. Fortunately, we increasingly have better solutions, such as sound-absorbing furniture that can be installed on the floor, walls and ceilings, partitions that isolate noise, and even booths that allow private conversations in public environments.
DIFFERENT ZONES WITHIN THE SAME SPACE
If you have enough meters, our recommendation is that you include a less formal area within the collaborative space, with low tables and armchairs for more relaxed work, the exchange of ideas and the coffee break. Having two different environments is a way to enhance creativity and increase employee productivity.