Organisations are increasingly recognising the strategic importance of their office furniture assets. While many businesses focus on cutting-edge technology and modern design trends, one crucial process often goes under appreciated: the professional furniture audit. Understanding Furniture Audits A furniture audit is a systematic evaluation of workplace furniture assets that goes beyond simple inventory management. It’s […]
READ MOREThe modern office continues to transform, driven by changing work patterns and employee expectations. At SBW, we’ve identified the key trends reshaping workplace design and furniture solutions in 2024 and beyond. Adaptive Environments Today’s workspaces must flex and adapt to changing needs. Organisations are investing in mobile furniture systems and modular solutions that allow spaces […]
READ MOREThe future of the office has been called into question many times this year. However, what now seems a more pertinent question (or questions !) is not whether there will be an office but where that office will be and how the look and feel of such a space might change for most of us […]
READ MOREWe recognise that the pandemic has had a huge impact on the way that management and staff think about our workplaces. Watch the video below to understand how we can help you to reimagine the workplace of the future.
READ MOREWhen the dust eventually settles on 2020 and we move into 2021, with the pandemic on its way to being firmly behind us, we will have chance to take stock and settle into the changes that have been prompted by this year’s events, including the movement to work more from the home. Having been put […]
READ MOREThose in the earlier stages of their careers, the Generation Zers and younger Millennials, have been among those hardest hit by the change in working circumstances this year. These individuals are less likely to own their own homes and more likely to be working in bedrooms or cramped spaces. They’re also the age group […]
READ MOREStop the press ! Any plans to mothball swathes of office space and repurpose commercial lets can be put on hold. With welcome news of the approved vaccine sharing headline space with stories detailing the onset of working from home fatigue, we can now start planning for 2021. The next quarter could, in fact, be […]
READ MOREThe last six months have seen dramatic changes to the world, with no indication of any way back to where we were at the beginning of the year. Coronavirus has forced our collective hand and the majority of us have been obliged to reconsider how we live and how we work. Under the microscope The […]
READ MORELingering concerns over the global coronavirus pandemic is discouraging employees from returning to the office. For the time being, people are answering the government’s call to “work from home if you can.” Whilst employers do not want to be the source of an outbreak in their community, some employees do not feel it is safe […]
READ MOREThe times we’re currently living in mean that office interiors have to be considered in light of how safe and hygienic they are. It’s important that, as we prioritize cleanliness and anti-bacterial requirements, we don’t overlook comfort, though. Now, more than ever, we need to be able to relax and feel comfortable, as well […]
READ MOREThe outbreak of the novel coronavirus will have long-term repercussions across every industry. Many companies have already set the wheels of a Covid-secure workplace in motion. However, social distancing and hygiene recommendations issued by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will only help to create short-term Covid-secure solutions. An investigation undertaken by the Center or […]
READ MOREBy the time employees resurface in UK offices post-pandemic, changes will need to be made. According to HRreview, 61% of the UK workforce have reservations about returning to the office. These concerns are reflected in the number of white-collar employees returning to the office; a little more than 50%. At the beginning of August, 69% of employees […]
READ MOREWith many office kitchens closed or placed under limited access, companies have had chance to review their down time offerings, from the refreshments made available to where workers go when they want to take their breaks. The kitchen is an integral part of the home – but how is it viewed in the office and […]
READ MORERoof gardens and terraces work on a number of levels, creating a buzz about the building, providing an added bonus for staff and increasing office space, while also having a positive impact on sustainability. With offices needing to draw us back in right now and meetings outdoors playing a recognized role in how we address […]
READ MOREA lot has changed in the office since most of us set foot through the door. Steps are being taken and adjustments put in place to ensure safe distancing is observed, while maintaining comfort and providing an added element of reassurance for all those who have returned or are returning to the environment any time […]
READ MOREMany of us are in the process of planning a safe return to work and considering a mix of strategies to help us to adjust going forward. These won’t be short-term fixes. The new normal that we need to process will be here for the long-term and so it’s vital that the changes that we […]
READ MOREVideo conferencing and remote meetings have been cited by many as one of the most challenging aspects to negotiate, while working from home, with some feeling exposed as colleagues and associates get a peek inside their houses and apartments. What conclusions are you coming to when you peek behind your co-workers’ scenes? Next time you’re […]
READ MOREThere’s been a gradual move towards the use of more sustainable furniture products in the office over the last decade as a growing number of organisations, keen to deliver on their green agendas, look to do their bit for the environment. For those who want to make sustainable decisions in the office, furniture is certainly […]
READ MOREWe woke up in a different world when the country went into lockdown in March and, in order to stay relevant and serve our customers better, many of us have to now move focus. We all have to adapt and review our offerings in order to meet the shift in demand and it’s in this […]
READ MORESimple ergonomics to improve your working day Better design improves productivity in the workplace by allowing for better concentration, while removing the likelihood of aches and strains and enhancing wellbeing, along with performance. This is relatable wherever you happen to be working. With home posing as the workplace for many right now, the same rules […]
READ MOREVariety of space and furnishings is key when it comes to agile working. We’re aiming to create arenas that encourage staff to break away from the confines of a single desk while, at the same time, battling to change the fixed mindset that dictates we all stay rooted in certain areas of the office environment. […]
READ MOREIn the current climate, working from home is the best and only option for a lot of office workers. With that in mind, it’s worth considering what makes for a good home office – including choice of furniture. As many of us are now looking at working solely from home in the immediate future, it’s […]
READ MOREThe current situation surrounding COVID-19 (Coronavirus), which is affecting our communities and businesses is unprecedented. Our first priority is the health, safety and wellbeing of our colleagues and clients. We would like to take this opportunity to reassure you that SB Workspace are moving into the next few months in a strong financial position. We […]
READ MOREFacilitating and maintaining the wellbeing of its workforce is crucial to any business. Being content and healthy, both physically and mentally, is recognized as key to workers’ productivity so it’s in all interests that the interior of the work environment promotes a state of general wellbeing. Accommodating choice People like to work in different ways […]
READ MORESB Workspace have created a brand new look. We have summarised everything here:
READ MOREA new year always presents itself as full of possibility, however the potential is that bit more heightened when we’re at the start of a brand, spanking, new decade, with history waiting to be written for generations to come.
READ MORETalon has recently joined SB Workspace as a project manager. He has over 15 years' experience in managing projects on site, and comes with a wealth of knowledge and capability. He will be responsible for taking ownership of all aspects of project coordination and delivery. He will be hands on through the furniture installation […]
READ MOREWelcome to our fresh new look for SB Workspace! Here is our team, offering an insight into who SBW are and what we stand for.
READ MORE1840’s Charles Darwin Charles Darwin is one of the earliest known innovators of the office chair, as he decided to alter his armchair by removing the existing legs, replacing them with the wheeled legs from his bed. He did this so that he could move around and get to his specimens more quickly. 1850’s Centripetal […]
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