You have important Interior space that you are not satisfied with – but are really not sure just what the issues are, why it’s not working and why you can’t pin it down to definitive solutions.
Let’s discuss some categories of Interior space discontent, how they affect atmosphere, aesthetics, demeanor and function within that space.
Many of the elements of Interior space have real power over the moods, activities, efficiency, attitudes and well being of the people who work or live huge portions of their lives there — inside! Real Interior environmental powers derive from color, light, elements compaction, traffic patterns, temperature and sound management, and majorly affect human behaviors.
There are probably many subsets of that list! When there are multiples of these factors, problems can seem more difficult to identify in relation to doable solutions. When frustrated with the issue, it can be almost impossible to see clear answers and remedies when also immersed in serious focus on work, employee or home management, and are also constantly pressured by time and finances.
A very good investment in your wellbeing – as well as your search for improvement and solutions – would be to get some help — some analysis of your Interior environment – from an Interior design expert. Most likely, an initial advisory and overview of your Interior space situation is possible without cost. What can seem overwhelming might actually have some easy immediate answers, as well as a longer-range plan for the big picture problems.
When we are overwhelmed and frustrated, we aren’t at our best innovative or creative place! Just talking the issues through with an Interior design specialist experienced in space planning, lighting affect, color power — and their dynamics – is halfway to the fixes; knowing there may be ways to improve the space you presently occupy can help.
Sometimes, the space you are in is, in itself, the problem. It may seem that is not a changeable option. If that is the case, it may be time to pencil out some financial factors and get some solid numbers to work with. What’s the cost to time and production efficiency in an Interior environment that has become unmanageable? What is the record for unhappy employee turnover – or accidents in a crowded Interior environment? What about the health and health insurance issues due to crowding, poor maneuverability or poor ventilation?
Does the cost of possible remodeling, renovation or even add-on construction come out to more than a predicted ratio of overall improvement of the problem factors you penciled out? Maybe a move to suitable space for your real present needs, and your future growth expectations is looking like a better solution.
If solutions, right where you are, prove feasible through the analysis of the financial picture along with the recommendations of an Interior design specialist, then all the basic factors must be considered and prioritized.
It is obviously time to start making the lists! Ask for guidance with that, too. Isolate groups of factors that are not delivering your expectations. Look at your ability to get the results you want and need – and the apparent obstacles to those goals as they relate to actual Interior space factors. It’s risky, but get input from employees for commercial Interior space – or family members about residential challenges! You might not like some of the feedback, but try to separate feelings from facts.
Revisional Interior space design and planning can be transformational to the enjoyment, efficiency, productivity, healthfulness, safety and aesthetics for a business or home!
And, help is on the way!
Robert Boccabella, B.F.A. is principal and founder of Business Design Services and a certified interior designer in private practice for over 30 years. Boccabella provides Designing to Fit the Vision© in collaboration with writingservice@earthlink.net. To contact him call 707-263-7073; email him at rb@BusinessDesignServices.com or visit www.BusinessDesignServices.com or on Face Book at Business Design Services.
