We see trends come and go in all kinds of interior design, and that doesn’t exclude commercial spaces! When you design your retail or office space, you want to ensure it’s practical and relevant for as long as possible. Through our installation projects with designers, architects, and contractors, we’re able to see these trends as they pop up and which ones are sticking around. So, whether you’re trying to wow your customers or your staff, here are some commercial interior design trends and innovations to look out for.
Sustainable
We are seeing sustainable and biophilic commercial spaces become increasingly popular, and they can even positively impact the commercial real estate market. There are more green building projects going up and more live plants incorporated into commercial spaces. Incorporating these elements into commercial interior design can liven up a space, provide a connection to nature, and improve employee productivity and well-being.
Customer/Employee Centric
As companies try to encourage employees to return to the workplace, employee-centric design is essential. Whether it’s collaborative office design, hybrid workspaces, or creative and inspiring additions, cater to what your employees want in their workplace. In addition to enticing them back to the office, this can also help with their productivity and job satisfaction.
Likewise, it is important to cater to customers in retail or client spaces. Accessibility and inclusivity are essential in any commercial space, from prioritizing wheelchair-friendly entrances and exits, alongside automatic doors, ramps and elevators to designing quiet zones with strategically placed acoustic panels and controlled lighting levels to enhance comfort and reduce sensory overload. We love seeing ways that these elements can be worked into interior design plans to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
Branded Experiences
We have also seen branded experiences become increasingly popular. It is not enough to have a satisfying interior design; it must communicate brand values, impress your audience, and immerse the senses. While visual stimuli are important, capturing your customers’ other senses can make the experience more memorable and enjoyable. The better you are at capturing their attention, the more likely the experience will be a success. Finding ways to incorporate your branding into your design will delight your customers and immerse your employees, creating the ideal experience.
Technology
Finally, technological innovation is accelerating faster than ever these days – take advantage of it! Collaborative technologies can help make the office more appealing to employees, and intuitive technologies can make the buying experience more convenient for customers. We are even seeing options for smart lighting and temperature systems to keep spaces comfortable and improve energy efficiency. Utilizing these technologies in your interior design will keep your space current and practical!
Hopefully these design trends give you some inspiration for your commercial space! For more tips and help with installation, contact McIntyre Group today!
Written by Victoria Locke-Wheal, unLOCKEd Company
