What if we told you there is a method of design that can reduce employee stress, boost productivity and begin to help UK businesses save some of the £29 billion a year paid in sick leave? Let’s take a good, long look at biophilic design and how it can transform the fortunes of your office and its occupants. What is Biophilic Design? Biophilia means ‘love of nature’. Specifically, it refers to an innate attraction human beings have for the natural world, its forms and its processes. It hints to the affinity humans have developed for organic surroundings over the thousands of years…

An office refurbishment can be a large investment for your company, so it’s important to get it right the first time around. Sounds daunting, but with a little know-how and forethought, you can produce a project that runs smoothly and is enjoyable. If it’s your job to breathe new life into an old office space, then you’ll be wondering where to start. You’ll also need help coordinating the effort required to deliver the project on time and in a way that satisfies your boss, shareholders, employees – basically, anyone who has an interest in the space. Ask Yourself: Why you are…

With the average office building lease lasting 5-10 years, it’s a crucial decision where to locate your business. The perfect premises should balance all of your chosen criteria evenly, so that all bases are covered and your organisation can continue to thrive. Here, we’ve compiled a list of the top priorities so you don’t have to. Location Does the location serve you, your business and employees? Have you considered local transport links, either for commuting, regular trips to London or other far flung parts of the UK? If it isn’t essential to have a city centre premises, you could save money…

Spectrum Interiors have been helping schools since 2002 to adapt and improve school interiors for both students and staff. We keep up to date with government requirements so give schools the best up to date advice. Meet Spectrum Interiors Director Julian Shaw. Julian is going to run through the issues that he finds are at the top of most school agendas at moment. Transgender We understand that this is a government priority to educate schools how to move forward to accommodate all students with respectful facilities. We have worked with many schools to address this mainly providing ‘Open Plan washrooms’. Floor…

Spectrum Interiors is proud to announce our attendance at this year’s Academies Show at the NEC, Birmingham on 22nd November. We were so excited by the palpable buzz in the exhibition hall last year that we made it our top priority for 2017. Find us on the day at stand A24 where our team will demonstrate the latest in academic interior design. From classrooms to washrooms, changing facilities to reception areas and more, we look forward to transforming your school ready for the new year. Book an appointment Make sure to book an individual appointment with us, too! The Academies Show…

The importance of hygienic, private washrooms for persons of all ages cannot be overstated. From school children to office workers, everyone deserves a sanitary facility that they can use without anxiety. The Secretary of State for Education released school regulations in 2012 that dictate the standards facilities should now adhere to, and outline everything you must install in order to be in line with the set regulations. At Spectrum Interiors, we successfully achieve the balance between style and practicality at all times, ensuring your facilities are in line with all legal requirements whilst maintaining a great design. Whether you’re simply improving…

Catering to one of the most basic human functions, the provision of washroom facilities is something that needs to be thought of in nearly every public building and space. However, anyone who has used a public toilet facility before will know the spectrum of states bathrooms can come in, and as such, we all appreciate a well maintained, and well-designed facility.   A well-designed bathroom may not be at the top of your list when planning the layout of your site, but it should be. Public washrooms that are hygienic, welcoming, and above all, provide a high level of privacy to…

The average office worker spends 40 hours per week in the workplace, so creating an environment that is comfortable and safe for everyone is essential. As the employer, it is your responsibility to ensure that your workplace meets all necessary health and safety requirements, enabling staff to work in a hygienic, habitable space that is free from risks and hazards. When designing your office interior, style and aesthetics is a big priority for many of our clients, but merging health and safety with these features is essential. We’ve compiled a few top things to bear in mind when designing your office…

We promote high quality facilities for adults and children alike here at Spectrum Interiors, working closely with a range of industries to provide versatile solutions to suit every customer’s requirements. School toilet cubicles and facilities are not currently required by law to be maintained to a set standard, whereas adult toilet facilities are protected under The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992, requiring clean facilities with hot water, soap, and enough toilets to satisfy the requirements of the premises. The eight year campaign, Bog Standard, launched by ERIC, argues that school children require the same level of acceptable standards for…