Evidence based office design

Evidence based office design in the workplace involves gathering factual data through observation- such as how long employees work in certain spaces- surveys and workshops. This data helps shape design decisions, ultimately aligning a workplace with the genuine needs and desires of a business.

After gathering evidence, the data needs to be analysed and interpreted. For example, if only 60% of desks are occupied at any given time, where are people spending the rest of their time? This helps identify spaces to consider in the redesign, for example more meeting rooms or quiet rooms. These findings are then shared with designers to help the decision-making process.

Great design is often subjective- not everyone likes the same colours or finishes- but evidence based design means that any changes can be backed up with conclusive data. However, the beauty of evidence based office design is the collaborative effort, ensuring that the data gathering process gives everyone the opportunity to contribute ideas and share experiences.

The collaborative process doesn’t stop at the initial stages though. Design workshops provide decision makers with the chance to visualise their ideas, sharing any feedback to ensure the perfect workplace for that company.

The test of great office design is how people finally use the completed space. Bionic praised the design team on “encapsulating what Bionic is and what [their] colleagues are all about”. This was all made possible through gathering evidence from their employees, resulting in a workplace that transforms how they work.

Contact our design specialists about how you can transform your workspace with evidence based office design.