Moving into a new Office Building
Building Out a Brand New Office Space
Getting yourself set up in a new office building may well be an exciting and reinvigorating time, but it requires a clear understanding of the office build out process and a good deal of prior planning.
If you are moving into a brand new office building, the chances are, it will be quite literally, a blank canvas, and depending on the developer, you may even have to build out your floors and ceilings to the right specification. If you've never managed an office move or an office build out project before, it may all seem rather daunting, but the good news is, HelpMovingOffice.com has the resources and contacts to help you every step of the way.
The first step is to hire an office design team to transform the blank canvas into a functional and stimulating working environment. Your office design team should comprise an architect, space planners and interior designers who will work together on your behalf to provide a turnkey service (including designing, space planning, managing and building out the premises) according to your budget and new office requirements.
To ensure your office buildout fits your company's needs, you will first need to assess your office space requirements. This can be determined by having a Workplace Appraisal on your existing premises that will help determine the best space configuration, mechancial and electrical requirements, as well as storage needs and number of meeting rooms etc.
It will also assess how internal teams work together and what growth rates you might expect. Once all this has been established, your office design team will begin planning visuals and 3D drawings for you to review and sign off. As well as the location of rooms, walls and partitions, this should also include desks, IT and Mechanical & Electrical requirements. You can also conduct a walk-through with your office design company in the new space so you get a good feel of space.
From there, the build out and construction begins with a team of general contractors that are managed by your office design company. Whilst this is being completed, use this time to order new office furniture, signage and purchase any technical equipment that needs upgrading.
Get your office design off to a great start and find an Office Design Team in your City here.
For the complete office buildout manual, use the Office Design Guide. It's packed full of handy office design tips and office space planning considerations to help organize your brand new office building.
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