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MODERN WAYS TO SPRUCE UP YOUR OFFICE DESIGN

Design permeates almost every aspect of our lives, most especially in the places we spend most of our time in — our homes and our workplace. The design of a space can have a profound impact on the way you feel, the way you think, and even the way you work. So, if you are looking for an easy way to boost your team’s productivity, one way you might look at is a simple redesign of your office. Is it designed to help your people and your business deliver your services in the best possible way?  

Here are some tips to get you started:  

1. Go for Green 

Plants give life to a dull office space. You do not have to turn your workplace into a botanical garden, but adding a little bit of nature here and there can make wonders to your monochromatic workplace. 

2. Rearrange the layout  

Maybe what you need is not a new set of office furniture, but simply a change in the position of your desks, chairs, and equipment! Small steps like this can give your space a fresh new look and feel. 

3. Choose bright colors  

Give your space that energetic and inspiring atmosphere by splashing bold hues or colorful accents on your walls. Warm colors can make a room feel cozier while cool colors can make your place feel more spacious.  

4. Install new lighting  

Lighting affects your mood. Natural light inspires creativity and boosts energy levels while poor lighting can cause a despondent atmosphere. You can consider installing new light fixtures, adding lamps, or creating ways to invite natural light to brighten up your space. 

5. Hang art and photos  

Another way to inspire creativity among your employees is to expose them to art itself. Try curating art and photos that you can hang on your wall to give a more human aspect to your space.  

6. Upgrade your furnishings  

We have been talking about simple things that you can do to upgrade the look of your office, but you can also check if there are actual big changes that you might need. Upgrade both design and function by replacing your chairs, desks, and other office furniture in your space. 

7. Make things a little personal  

Every business has its own personality and values. Think of ways to communicate the uniqueness of your business by displaying your company branding, putting up your awards, or any sentimental mementos. 

Interested to know more about design and how we can help you improve your office space? Reach out to us through (+63) 917 864 1415 / (+63) 279 710 238 or email us at projects@t1projectservices.com. 

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How Office Fitouts Help Your Business Grow

With mobility restrictions easing in the metro, more companies are transitioning to a hybrid work setup. Now that employees are returning to the office, businesses need to build a space in order to encourage employees to work on site and to prepare for company growth.

An office fitout is the process of creating an office space suitable for your business’ operations. The design and layout of your office space have a huge impact on its employees and visitors as it serves as a touchpoint that defines your company and its goals. Here are some reasons why having an office fitout is beneficial for your company.

RELATED: The Advantages of Hiring a Corporate Contractor for Office Fit-outs – T1 Project Services (t1projectmanagement.com)

Defines Your Company’s Identity

A strong brand identity is one of the key factors for a business to succeed. Your office space should communicate your company’s vision, goals, and identity. By having an office fitout incorporating these elements, you create a space that best represents your company towards clients and partners.

Maximizes space

As your business grows, more employees will start to work in the office, which at some point may crowd up and cramp up your office space. Regardless of office space size, it is possible to organize and maximize your space by having a fitout. Having an office fitout helps you layout your space and sort out equipment through creative solutions, thus ensuring that everyone in the workplace feels comfortable.

Morale and productivity booster

Now that more businesses are returning to the on-site work setup, it is important to design and layout your office in an attractive way to encourage and motivate employees to work on site. Having an office fitout that incorporates comfort and work-life balance into your office space helps employees work smarter and increase productivity, thus leads to better work satisfaction.

Keeps your workplace up to date

Having an office fitout is the opportunity to update your office space to suit how your business operates. Incorporating modern furniture, tech systems, or sustainable features into your office space can make processes easier and convenient for employees.

Need a fitout specialist? Get in touch with the T1 Project Services team today! Contact us at: (+63) 2-7971-0238 or send an email to projects@t1projectservices.com.

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Why you Should be Bringing a Contractor When you Start Looking for Spaces to Move Into

Most of the time, a professional contractor is only brought in by the projects team towards the tail end of the site inspections. The norm in the Philippines is just to have professionals involved in the process after sites have been selected and contracts of lease or sale are about to be signed.

However, there are actually many advantages to bringing a contractor in much earlier prior to site selection that clients miss out on. Most clients are not aware of the value that professional contractors bring that early in the stage of site selection.

Here are the advantages of bringing a contractor in to do site inspections with your real estate broker: 

Initial Handover Condition Assessment 

Different buildings have different handover conditions, and a contractor can assess how much more you would be spending on fit-out depending on the unit turnover. In other words, a contractor will be able to provide you with insights into which units have less of a cost impact.

Building and Space Specifications 

A contractor can immediately assess the building specifications and would be able to evaluate if your office would be able to move in any special equipment you have with ease or with difficulty (i.e.: the need to reinforce floor loads, Electrical systems, furniture and fixtures, etc…). In addition, they can very quickly calculate if you have too much, or too little space based on your operational needs, and finally, they would be in a good position to assess the building characteristics and efficiency of the building design and layout.  

Pre-construction Planning 

A contractor could prepare a floor layout for you prior to site selection so it is much easier to see what you could do with the space, decide if you would need more space, or less space for your requirement. If you have a really good contractor, they’d throw in some renders as well so you can actually visualize what the space would look like so that you can make a more informed decision.  

Professional Advice for Free 

The best part, most contractors will offer this service at no cost to you. Having a contractor when looking into prospective spaces will maximize your cost savings and contractors can provide you with insights and advice assuring you that each step of the site selection process goes smoothly and according to your vision. 

Need a contractor to assess your prospective properties? T1 Project Services provides a complete range of services such as Project Management, Space Utilization Analysis, and more to complete your envisioned development.  

For project management services, Contact (+63) 2-7971-0238 or send an email to projects@t1projectservices.com today. 

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The Advantages of Hiring a Corporate Contractor for Office Fit-outs

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An office fit-out can unlock many possibilities for your business. By doing so, operations can run more efficiently, employers can boost the morale of their employees, and significantly contribute to the increase of your company’s profitability.  
 
Professional commercial fit-outs can be overwhelming for many. The process involves a lot of logistics, time, effort, and research to ensure that everything will run smoothly and will not result in wasted expenses and costs.

One way to ensure your office fit-out will run and be done smoothly is by engaging with professional commercial contractors. Here are some advantages that you can expect:

Expert Project Management 

While the idea of DIY-ing an office fit-out may be exciting, the risks can outweigh the benefits most of the time. Managing individual contractors and workers can not only be tiring but also be too much to handle, especially if you are not used to being on top of similar projects. 

Hiring professional fit-out contractors is like having an organizer to find the best deals and ensure that everything is right on schedule and accounted for, even when you are away. Professional fit-out contractors will take care of all the details needed to suit your preferences and make sure that you get the office space you like and need in the end. 

Technical Expertise 

A commercial fit-out is not similar to redecorating your room or your home. A lot of technical aspects including electricity and plumbing should also be taken into consideration. Professionals with expert industry knowledge can make sure your office design is done properly, without taking from your design ideas and company branding. Professional fit-out companies demonstrate strong technical skills and offer a wider perspective in helping you from construction to interior design.

Professional Recommendations 

Taking your business’ vision and reflecting it into your workplace design and interior is only among the important considerations for a corporate fit-out. Professional fit-out contractors also prioritize your budget, time frame, and expansion plans when renovating your office space. Professionals can balance your priorities and devise the best solution for your workplace and recommend the best move to help you achieve it through space development. 

Right on Schedule 

One of the challenges of office fit-outs is time. Most of the time, companies who do it on their own end up not following their schedule and meet delays instead. Professional contractors ensure that everything is according to plan and is right on schedule. 

Value for Money

Acquiring the help of professional contractors in doing your office fit-out will give you the best value for your investment. More than excellent service, professionals have access to trusted vendors and suppliers of high-quality materials and furniture to be used and featured in your office. 

T1 Project Services is one of the leading professional contractors in the Philippines, dealing with commercial, corporate, industrial, and hospitality projects. Discover what we can do for your business today!

Get in touch with Michelle Amarnani at (+63) 917-897-7134 or send an email to michelle.amarnani@t1projectservices.com today!