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Take 10 Considerations For Teachers Needing Educational Furniture
If you have been tasked with ordering your school or college’s new furniture, stop and take a minute to think about the
5 Fun Quiz Questions For Work To Really Break The Ice
Work doesn’t have to becoming in for 9am, getting stuck into your work all day until you leave at 5pm and that’s it! At t
Choosing The Right Office Desk Lamp & Other Office Desk Accessories
When you’re working at a desk, you need to have sufficient lighting to work properly. Working in a badly lit room can negat
GSM London – learning resource centre refurbishment
We have recently been contracted to design and refurbish a new learning resource Centre for a major university in Greenwich,
Home Office Layout Ideas For Remote Workers
Assuming that, being a remote worker, you spend a regular amount of your working week at home, you will need a fully function
How To Make The Most Of Your Office With Productivity Led Design
Increasing productivity in the office by using intuitive design is one of the surest ways to increase both employee job-satis
New 3D visuals helps Elm Workspace win yet another project
Elm Workspace has done it again! We have won a fantastic new project at Aztec West.
Our Guide To Help You Buy Office Furniture Online
Whilst purchasing furniture for your home is one thing, choosing to buy office furniture online feels like an even bigger ri
What Type Of Car Are Your And Your Colleagues In The Office?
We have already written about what type of dog you and your colleagues are based on workplace personalities and how they work
8 Telltale Signs It’s Time For A School Refurbishment
There’s more to it than a lick of paint and a few bits of furniture and new carpet. There are a whole host of reasons
Office Workplace Trivia Questions And Answers
Are you on the hunt for something fun and exciting to bring into your office? Workplace trivia questions and answers will not
How Long Does It Take To Move Office? Make Sure You Consider These Office Move Milestones
Before you can start moving your office, you need to consider how long it will actually take. The longer your office is close
Office Space Design Ideas For Facilities Managers & Heads Of Property
When it comes to designing your office space, it needs to fulfil its primary purpose: to be a supportive work environment for
The TEN signs you need to move office NOW!
Most businesses have to move offices at least once. As your company grows in the number of employees or you decide to offer
The Causes of Stress at Work: The Relationship Between Mental Health and Work
Stress can become an aspect of anyone’s life but the causes of stress can be different for every person. The most common ca
How To Develop And Maintain Effective Supplier Relationships
Lasting business relationships are built on trust and mutual growth. Whilst your own bottom line will always be of primary co
Want to be money savvy? How to save money moving office
Moving offices can be an expensive expedition. Especially when it can take a lot of time to process the legal paperwork, deco
Greenery In The Office – And Not Just The Pantone Colour Of The Year
The Pantone ‘Color Of The Year 2017’ has been named as 15-0343 or more interestingly; Greenery. Here’s
How To Be The Most Organised Office Renovation Planner
Whether you’re the business owner or responsible for conducting the research, organisation is key when it comes to
Elm Workspace takes on 90 Victoria Street
Yet again Elm Workspace have successfully won another impressive project. This time we have secured a unique 5,000 sq ft Offi
Wiltshire College project complete!
We are pleased to announce the successful completion of yet another project with our friends at Wiltshire College. Following
Another Project Complete: Adam in Milton Keynes
At Elm Workspace we’ve had another exciting week, as we have just completed another office design project.
Selected for the Just Eat office fit out
We are delighted to have been chosen by the international technology company Just Eat to fit out their new flagship technolog
The Benefits Of A Consultation Before Finalising A Project Budget
It’s good to talk. It’s even better to talk to a professional whilst you’re planning an office move or ref
7 Tips For Choosing The Perfect Office Paint Colours
There’s an infinite number of colours available to paint your office and it’s likely that you have seen a scheme
Moving to a new office: Health and Safety Checklist
Moving to a new office? Then you need to have a look at our office health and safety checklist. The Health and Safety at Work
How To Improve Staff Meetings With A Proper Office Fitout
Whatever the size of your team and whatever the size of your office, it’s always a good idea to be researching and tryi
25 Ways To Reduce Noise In The Workplace
Noisy offices are the worst. Many studies show that too much noise can significantly reduce productivity and morale. One stud
The History of Employer Care: Who is Titus Salt?
Whilst open spaces, free-form design and flexible working hours are often considered standard practice in 2015, this was not
7 Effective Office Layouts For Small Offices
By reading this post, you can tap into the different elements of what makes an effective office layout for your relatively s
5 Ideas For Rewarding Employees Without Money
Rewarding your employees for excellent performance is a great way to show you recognise and appreciate their hard work. While
Office Lights, Workplace Health And Staff Wellbeing: A Guide To Getting It Right
Working in an office that is too dark or even too bright, can cause a number of problems for employees. While it can be diffi
How To Motivate A Team With Low Morale Easily
Having low morale at work is a major reason why a person may decide it’s time to leave. Many different factors can cause a
What Are Recommended Noise Levels In Offices?
Have you recently noticed that the noise levels in your office are considerably high? Whether it’s a couple of colleagues d
Display Wall Ideas And Tips For Your Office
Display walls in your office are a great way to promote your company, share information and benefit the appearance of your of
How Often Do I Need To Purchase New Office Furniture?
In short, you should purchase new office furniture whenever it is needed. But like most things in business, it isn’t as
How To Manage Your Brand In An Office Refurbishment In 3 Easy Steps
Whether you are rebranding the company as a whole and the refurb is part of that, or if you are worried about the impact it w
What Is A Cellular Office Layout? Does It Help Office Morale?
Altering your office layout is a great way to inject some new life into your business. It can aid productivity and a little r
Employee Health & Wellbeing Tips For Disciplinary Procedures At Work
When an employee is facing disciplinary procedures at work it can significantly unsettle morale. Having an informal warning f
7 Ways To Reduce Stress At Work For You & Your Team
Stress is problematic for many businesses. Stress can cause employees to be less productive and be more likely to take time o
Improving Student Attendance And Overcrowding In A School Or College
As part of our ongoing series in educational posts and discussion, this blog is looking at the serious issue of improving sch
Tips To Help You Increase Positive Communication In The Workplace
If you and your boss have identified that the business is struggling from a lack of positive communication in the workplace,
How To Get More Productivity From Employees On A Budget
Every office has that dedicated person who’s always there when you arrive in the morning and always seems to be there when
How To Speed Up Your Office Budget Planning In 2017
If you’re planning on relocating or refurbishing your workspace anytime in the next couple of years, you’ll under
How To Minimise Disruption During An Office Refurbishment MADE SIMPLE
A wealth of advice exists on how to minimise disruption during an office refurbishment. But in-depth guides and repetitive bl
Back To Work New Year Resolutions For The Office
A new year is the time for new starts. New habits and new habits. People vow to exercise more, drink less and read new things
How School Refurbishment Contractors Can Improve Building Efficiency
Employing dedicated school refurbishment contractors can seem daunting. But, sometimes, only refurbishment contractors can im
More Proof That Office Design Is Important For Morale And Happiness
Instead of larger paychecks and gimmicky slides or ping-pong tables, intelligent design of the workspace and office as a whol
Orgatec 2016 Preview; What We’re Looking Forward To
The biennial trade show for office and workspace design returns to Cologne, this coming October. And it’s bigger than e
Beach Baker Recruitment installation complete
Using our in-house Space Planners, Graphic Designers, Installation Team and Project Managers we are proud to announce another
Elm Workspace Win Two Projects At Clifton Heights
Elm Workspace are pleased and eager to announce that we have recently won, not only one but two, exciting new office fit out
Elm Workspace deliver another stunning university refurbishment within Oxford
The Hands Building (formerly known as Love Lane) has been named in recognition of the generous support of Guy (PPE, 1978) and
Design & Installation Of Furniture In New Bristol Offices [VIDEO]
Here’s a video showcasing a recent project which Elm Workspace completed to fit-out a new office in Bristol.
10 Tips For Saving Money When Buying Office Furniture
Saving money when buying office furniture is a concern for every office manager or sole trader working from an office at home
What To Expect From A School Refurbishment & How To Manage It
If you’re the facilities manager or have been tasked with researching what’s involved in a college or school refu
10 Easiest Office Decor Tips For Heads Of Property And Office Managers
If you’re in a hurry to improve your office atmosphere and productivity, but don’t want a solution that costs the Earth,
How To Choose Ergonomic Chairs For Back Pain
Ergonomic chairs for back pain are probably the most welcome investment that you could ever choose if you are a sufferer of b
4 tips to refurbish your office without having to close your business
Closing your business so you can refurbish your office space can be costly. Especially if you have to shut down your business
The Terrible Effects Of Noise In The Workplace
When you think about noise regulations at work, you probably think of workplaces that involve working with loud machinery or
What’s Involved In A School Refurbishment And Does It Impact Learning?
You may be thinking about or already looking into renewing and refurbishing part of your school or college building. Whether
On Site this week: Adams, Milton Keynes
We’re pleased to update you on our current Milton Keynes project for Adams, a successful outsourcing company.
Moving to a new office: Branding and PR Checklist for Moving Office
As part of our series of posts helping you to move office, we are covering how to manage your branding and public relations d
The Ultimate Quiz For Office Party LOLs
If you aren’t careful, the office can be a dull place for employees. As a manager it’s your job to bring a bit of life in
Does My Business Need Workplace Lockers? How To Decide
Here are a series of questions which you can ask in relation to your own office to answer whether your workplace needs locker
The Rise Of Breakout Areas: Why Your Business Needs Bespoke Space
The realisation that offices need to offer their staff a change in setting is gathering pace. In essence, having a bespoke sp
How Do Ergonomic Desk Chairs Work?
You know what one is, but how do ergonomic desk chairs work to aid your comfort and productivity, as well as reduce physical
How Building Staff Morale In Schools Is Key To Pupil Retention
It’s likely that correlating links can be made between schools which have low teacher morale and low pupil retention. I
On Site for a pharmaceutical client
As you can see, we are now on site with one of our existing clients in the pharmaceutical industry. Here are a couple of pi
How To Boost Office Morale During A Heatwave
Hopefully, the temperatures of this week aren’t just destined to be a freak of this-summer’s-nature and we will h
How To Increase Value For Money In Schools By Operating Outside School Hours
Most school and college buildings are empty and redundant for vast swathes of the year. Holidays, evenings and weekends see y
6 ways to reduce noise in the office without spending a penny
There are definitely both pros and cons to having a loud and chatty office. If people are talking that means your employees
How To Improve The Impact Of Office Design On Employee Productivity
Whilst the most direct ways of improving employee productivity are related to people management, another area to address is t
CNM project underway!
We are pleased to have started on site with CNM The College of Naturopathic Medicine, in designing and fitting out their new
How To Manage Mental Health At Work As A Small Business Owner
Mental health within the UK is becoming ever clearer with celebrities and even the Royal family creating campaigns to raise a
What Are Some Teamwork Skills Every Office Needs
Teamwork is a necessary skill that is needed within the office as it allows you to work well with other colleagues to produce
10 Tips For Improving Teacher Morale
With a quick introduction of why teacher morale is so important to maintain and improve, this blog post serves to give actio
How To Build A Team And Help Wellbeing At Work
Having a great team at work helps with employee wellbeing; the two go hand in hand. Being a part of a team can make you fee
Building Company Culture: Tips To Reduce Corporate Energy Consumption
Reducing corporate energy consumption reduces costs and frees capital to be invested elsewhere. It can also make for a health
8 Ways To Cope With Working Over Christmas & New Year
If you are having to be in the office over the festive period, there might be times when your concentration starts to wane. B
Are You A Good Employee Quiz For Honest Workers
Have you recently found that you’re taking longer to complete tasks at work? Maybe you’ve unexpectedly found yourself bro
How To Reduce Staff Turnover & Make A Better Workplace
High employee turnover isn’t great for any business because finding replacements for staff members who have left can be exp
Is it time for a rebrand? 9 practical tips on rebranding a company
Rebranding a company is sometimes the only option when you merge with another company or get new services. Having the right b
Wilts College Trowbridge common room refurbishment
Following our successful refurbishment of Wiltshire College’s common room on their Lackham campus, we are pleased to be ins
The Underestimated Impact Of Office Flooring On Workplace Wellbeing
Imagine walking into the office of a prospective employer. It’s for a job which you aren’t too sure whether it’s the ri
Our Team Completed The Race To The Stones For Wiltshire Air Ambulance
As you may have seen, throughout 2017, Elm Workspace are working to raise money for Wiltshire Air Ambulance.
Essential Tips For Managing A Large Scale Furniture Purchase
It might feel like a daunting task, but with these essential tips for managing a large scale furniture purchase, it’s e
How much office space do I need? 6 tricks to meet requirements
When looking for office space, there is one big question you need to answer: “how much office space do I need?” Figuring
Stop the Scrooges in 6 steps! How to decorate your office for Christmas
Want to decorate your office for Christmas? Then you’ve come to the right place! Creating a festive vibe in the office
Get the X Factor! 8 factors to finding the perfect office
What makes the perfect office? If you asked a group of people you’d likely get a list of different responses. Finding
Raising Money For Wiltshire Air Ambulance: Race To The Stones Event
Throughout 2017, Elm Workspace are working to raise money for Wiltshire Air Ambulance.
Do Office Dividing Screens Inhibit Or Increase Productivity?
To fully understand the question, it’s necessary to look at the purpose of office screens, and discuss why they were
How Music Affects Productivity In Offices And Causes… Oh, What A Song!
When it comes to playing music in the office employees are usually torn, as some find having background noise calming therefo
How To Prevent Office Noise Harming Productivity
The rise of open plan offices has been prevalent and even though they bring us out of the era of cubicles and create a more s
How To Choose An Office Chair For Your Boss
If you’ve been tasked with ordering an office chair for your boss, here’s what you need to think about and some a
How To Avoid Noise In The Workplace
It’s an hour before you need to get these slides finished. The figures just won’t come through how you want them
10 Workplace Furniture Trends That Increase Productivity
Aside from advertised apps and extensions, what can be done to help increase productivity? The office furniture trends are so
Office Design Trends for 2016: Finding the perfect office
Are you ready for 2016? Although a part of us is still wishing it was Christmas, there’s nothing like starting a bran
10 Ways To Develop Respect And Loyalty In The Workplace
How to develop respect and loyalty in the workplace or office is a crucial part of being an effective manager or business own
You Need To Consider This Before Buying School Display Boards
Display boards are a great way to allow easy changing of wall displays inside the classroom and around the school building or
How To Maintain Safety During Your Office Refurbishment
There is a serious reason that Health and Safety is so important within the construction industry. There were 65,000 self-rep
Projects Over Christmas
Just when everybody was sat at home eating and drinking too much the Elm installers were busy fitting out 3 sites;
30 reasons staff leave a company (and 5 ways to stop them)
In the US, the average length of time an employee stays at a company is 4.6 years. For employers one of the biggest challeng
Are Sleeping Pods In The Office A Good Idea?
No, this isn’t a joke. Sleeiping pods in the office are becoming more and more common, allowing staff to take a powe
The ABCs Of Effective Classroom Design; Preparing Students For Work
Once a student reaches young adulthood, their time in education is geared towards preparing them for the world of work. For s
Show Your Boss How Glass Office Partitions Can Improve Collaboration
Having an office space that is too open or too closed can each have their pros and cons. While open offices are the preferred
7 of the most Inspirational Eco-Friendly Offices
We don’t mean you should go green with envy, we mean you should turn your office into an eco-friendly habitat. In recen
How To Save Space In A Small Office
If you want to learn how to save space in a small office, use these tips which can be used to save space, even in the small
Understanding Office Occupancy Ratios
At the leading design fairs and trade shows which our design team attended towards the end of last year, an emerging trend in
How To Promote Positive Behaviour Using Classroom Design
In addition to effective teacher technique, appropriate classroom design can be used to help promote positive behaviour from
How To Convince Your Boss You Need Office Breakout Furniture
Office breakout furniture and multi-use breakout space is key to making your office a productive and healthy place to work. I
Different Christmas Presents For Work To Suit All Budgets
Whether you are taking part in Secret Santa or are looking to reward your personal assistant for all their hard work, or may
Why A Robust FF&E Plan Isn’t Just For Big Business
Typically a planning tool more akin to the world of big hotels and large floorplan office spaces, a proper and robust FF&
How To Choose A School Refurbishment Contractor
Whatever stage you are at in the process of refreshing your school building, it’s important to consider these factors o
Tips On Managing Timings With An Office Refurbishment Project Plan
The process of refurbishing the company office often takes a lot longer than people first expect. With proper planning and pr
What Type Of Worker Are You?
If you have worked or currently work in an office you will know that not one person is the same. Each employee has a differen
Introducing The Office Refurbishment Checklist
We are very pleased to introduce to you the office refurbishment checklist. If you, your company or your bosses are thinking
10 Ways To Massively Improve Staff Morale At Work [With Download]
Is your business struggling with poor performance, high staff turnover or lack of group cooperation? Then your business may
What Your Employees Need to Know During Your Office Refurbishment
During an office redesign, your employees need to know what they’re doing. Will the office be closing whilst the refurb
When To Invest In School Refurbishment
Taking the plunge to invest in school refurbishment is a quandary facing many Heads, Governors and Local Authorities. Hopeful
What Kind Of Dogs Are You And Your Co-Workers?
You’ve seen the “What Kind Of Dog Are You?” quizzes on the internet, have you ever considered what kind of dogs you and
6 Stunning Office Desk Lamps In The Home And At Work
Just like choosing any piece of furniture, picking an office desk lamp can be tricky. It needs to fulfil a specific purpose b
What Workers Want 2016 Survey Raises Some Concerns
The British Council for Offices has released their What Workers Want 2016 survey and research results. And it raises some con
What Does The UK Workplace Survey 2016 Tell Us?
Once seen as the catalyst for collaborative and productive working, open plan office spaces are typically seen as the best w
How To Prepare Your Employees For An Office Move [With Download]
Moving to an office isn’t just a big step for you and your business, it’s also a big step for your employees. Mov
School Design Can Be Used For Building Staff Morale
Here’s an explanation of why teacher morale is so important in schools and colleges and how you can use school design f
Veritas Management installation
When Veritas Management decided to relocate to the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, there was only one local supplier who wer
10 Classroom Designs For Improving Efficiency And Effectiveness
Improving classroom efficiency and improving effectiveness of teaching through classroom design is a cornerstone of successfu
How To Write An Effective Office Fit Out Specification
If you are in the process of planning an office fit out, you’ll be well advised to produce a proper office fit out spec
Do you need an executive chair? 8 ways to save costs in the office
Saving costs in the office can be a difficult task when you want to get high quality tech and furnishings. However, buying th
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Budget Planning 101: How to manage office relocation costs
We understand moving to a new office can be a costly enterprise. But it doesn’t have to be. Keeping to a budget can h
Improve Staff Morale: 7 Tips On Building Teamwork In The Workplace
Building teamwork in the workplace is crucial for any successful business. If your teams aren’t working together, they
Elm Visit Orgatec
Every two years Elm travel to Cologne, Germany to attend Orgatec which is leading international trade fair for Modern Office
6 Strategies For Managing Stress In The Workplace & Amongst Your Team
Stress is normal both in everyday life and within the workplace. However, excessive amounts of stress can affect your employe
Improve Staff Morale Through Collaborative Office Refurbishment
What Is Collaborative Office Refurbishment? Collaborative office refurbishment is two armed approach to refurbishing and impr
Exploring Why Good Employees Leave Bad Managers
There may be a vast amount of reasons why good employees leave their jobs – whether that be money, moving away, and/or
Don’t Miss These Key Health & Safety Checks For New Office Furniture
If you’ve ordered new office furniture and installed it into your workspace, before commencing full use of the new item
How Many Toilets Do I Need For A New Office?
Wondering how many toilets you need in an office is something which might be really easy for prospective office owners or ten
9 Factors That Increase Commercial Fit Out Costs (& How To Avoid Them)
When undertaking an office fit out or even office refurbishments, we’ve noticed some common errors that result in an in
What To Remember When Buying Office Furniture Online
Here’s a quick and easy reminder of what you need to remember when buying office furniture online. From planning what y
The Pros & Cons Of Height Adjustable Desks
One of the current hot office trends is the height adjustable desk. It allows workers the chance to alternate between sitting
8 ways to inspire cultural change in the workplace
Having a positive work culture is something all employers dream of. Employees need to be happy to stay motivated and it’s
Another Project Complete… Another Happy Client
We are pleased to announce the completion of yet another successful project with a delighted client. We were appointed due to
What Office Refurbishment Costs Do You Need To Prepare For?
When thinking about the costs of a potential office refurbishment, at the early stages it is like taking a complete stab in t
What’s The Difference Between A Manager And Executive Chair?
Apart from the cost difference, there are plenty of subtle variations and recommended usage needs to consider when answering
7 ways our all-in-one office move solution will save you time, money & stress
As we’re an experienced office movement, refurbishment and design company, we understand how stressful an office move c
How To Improve Teamwork Skills In The Office
How would you rate your office’s teamwork? Would you say everyone works together successfully? Are there a few people who h
We have once again passed our ISO 9001 audit
At Elm Workspace, we have once again passed our ISO 9001 audit. Passing the ISO 9001 inspection is important for busines
It’s time to change! 5 reasons you need to update your workspace now
Offices look very different to how they were thirty years ago… Do you remember the small, isolating cubicles, bland off
Classroom Acoustics: 10 ways to improve the teaching environment
Want to improve your teaching environment? Your classroom acoustics can have a major impact on your students’ learning
6 things to remember when moving to a new office: [FREE Checklist]
From our experience as an office fitting company, we understand how stressful it can be moving office. However we’ve l
How to make your office smaller without sacrificing productivity
One of the easiest ways to save money and control yearly budgets, is to reduce the size of your office. If your workspace has
How To Involve Employees In Buying New Office Furniture In 3 Easy Steps
As you’ll know from whenever you’ve tried to implement anything which affects everyone in your office at once, ch
CDM Regulations Explained: Construction Design Management Update
As an office design and fit out company, it’s important we keep up to date with the latest health and safety regulation
Quick Guide For Creating An FF&E Policy For A Business
As part of a series of blog posts focusing on buying office furniture, we have put together a simple guide to creating an FF&
What do employees value most? 5 ways to keep staff happy
Not all employees care about getting a pay rise. Of course, an increasing wage is a bonus, but there are many other factors e
15 Awesome Office Productivity Tips For Managers
There are a whole host of ways that managers, team leaders and business owners can improve output and working processes in t
We’re Off To Clerkenwell Design Week
What Is It? It’s a design fair, trade show and conference where the latest products, styles and theory are presented. A