How can workplace design improve employee overall well-being?

1. Provide Natural Light - Natural light not only improves employee mental and physical well-being but also enhances concentration and productivity.

2. Relaxing Spaces and Greenery - Create relaxing spaces with comfortable seating, added greenery, natural elements (e.g., wood accents) that can improve employee morale and mental health.

3. Ergonomic Furniture and Insignia - Ergonomic office furniture lowers injury risks, alleviates physical strain, and promotes good posture.

4. Collaboration Zones - Workspaces that provide privacy as well as open areas encourages communication and teamwork and reduces the stress levels.

5. Thoughtful Insulation - Adequate insulation to prevent noise pollution and minimize distractions in the workplace improves employee focus and productivity.

6. Ambient Light Control - Computer screens, overhead fluorescent light, and VDT/VDU monitors are known to cause eye strain and headaches, so adjusting lighting and brightness levels is important for employee health.

7. Work from Home Space - Designing a fantastic work-from-home space means ergonomically-friendly, well-lit, and seclude to keep employees energized and cheerful.

8. Comfortable Room Temperature - Keeping the workplace temperature at comfortable levels minimizes employee stress and increases work satisfaction.

9. Tech-friendly Workstation - Providing charging points, easy connectivity, and desk organization help employees to focus and perform better.

10. Hygienic and Clean Environment - Maintaining a clean and hygienic workspace reduces the likelihood of infectious diseases and illness.

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