Research has shown that lighting has substantial effect on work productivity. Therefore, coming up with effective office lighting solutions is vital in the success of our business and the well-being of our workforce. Let us look at it in more detail below. 

What’s Considered To Be Bad Lighting?

Bad lighting can have a negative impact on our health and work productivity. A dim light is one lighting condition that can be harmful to us. When the light is dim, our eyes need to work harder. The lack of light can hurt our eyes and cause unnecessary eye strain. As a result, other problems like headaches can appear, which will certainly affect our work performance.

Similarly, harsh lighting or over brightness can also have a detrimental effect on us. Putting a strain on our eyes will make it harder for us to focus on the work at hand. 

The Benefits Of Lighting On Work Productivity

The evident benefit of good lighting has to do with visuals. Effective lighting can significantly improve visibility and, in effect, make us work better. 

The next advantage of good lighting is the ability to promote all-around wellness. It can change the environment in the room, which in effect can improve mood, decrease depression, boost energy and alertness. All of these are conditions that’ll enhance our work productivity. 

Proper lighting is also beneficial for the office in terms of cost. For example, using an energy-efficient lighting system could cut your annual energy bills. Such an approach could also help improve the environment and help create a greener office working environment. So when planning for your office renovation in Singapore, don’t exclude office lighting from your office space planning. 

So What’s The Best Lighting For The Office?

There are several options you can take when it comes to good lighting. The first is using the already available natural light. Use the windows you already have in your workspace and open up the curtain so the light can enter.

If you don’t have many windows, you should consider renovating your office and install more windows where possible and allowed by the landlord. Besides letting light in, having many windows can reveal the views you have outside your office. Having a view in front of the desk is another way to lift the spirit of your workers, spark creativity, and inspire ideas. 

Moreover, installing lighting fixtures with different color temperatures as part of your office interior design is another excellent system to go for. Have lights that give out warm, mid-toned, and cool lighting. 

These types of different light temperatures can be applied to the various spaces in your office. For example, warm light is suitable for a more comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. So, a break room is where this lighting is more appropriate. Next, mid-toned lighting is best for the meeting or conference rooms because they have a welcoming effect yet not dim enough to make you lose focus. And lastly, cool lighting can promote alertness and energy, so it best suits the main work areas and the brainstorming room. 

So there you go, now you know that lighting is a big part of the office working environment and should be applied to your office space planning and office renovation. For further help, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll be more than happy to assist you every step of the way, from planning to executing your office renovation.