How Smart Technology Is Transforming Interior Design
Technology has infiltrated all aspects of our lives, and the office is no exception. Face-to-face meetings have been replaced with Zoom calls, Alexa has finally rid us of radio, and modern work pods with integrated, smart technology have taken the place of the much-maligned office cubicle.
The working environment has shifted, and organisations worldwide are doing all they can to promote an efficient and intelligently designed workspace that provides the optimum experience for employees.
With a move to a more human-centric office, many employers are looking at ways to create a productive, yet calm working environment. Noisy offices are a thing of the past, with the incorporation of relaxing areas and soundproofing blinds having proven to promote greater working outcomes.
Office modernisation is proving to be one of the most efficient ways of increasing ‘happiness’ and productivity levels. Upgraded workspaces are now moving quickly to incorporate cutting-edge technology will create lasting impressions, provide employees with a sense of work-related pride and, most importantly, incorporate seamless transitions that make for easy interactions with the environment.
Automated blinds have provided us with an opportunity to think differently about how we shade our workspace. As the latest innovation in shading and privacy, they are designed for convenience while enhancing the appearance of any window or door.
Large open plan offices are often plagued with manual blinds that require continuous, and often tedious, adjustments as the working day progresses. Automated office blinds can be operated with the push of a button, or customised to open and close as per your preference.
For staff meetings where privacy is key, and without moving from your seat, automated blinds can be operated using energy-saving, smart controls for an efficient safe space. They also work wonders for media offices that are designed for work-related presentations. When natural light is preferable, such as demonstrating products or using marker boards, automated blinds enable you to switch from light to dark quickly and efficiently.
Automated blinds may seem like an extravagance, but in the long run they are more cost effective than manual blinds that are more prone to wear and tear. There are no requirements for pull cords or dangling strings, and they afford a greater variety of design options than their predecessors. They also increase safety, with automated timer options that require a simple pre-set. And if you’d prefer not to use battery and mains powered blinds, they can also be operated with a user-friendly remote control, voice activation or via Alexa and Google.
Automating your blinds also offers a wonderful and eye-catching aesthetic that will inform your employees, clients and visitors that you are keen to promote a contemporary working space. Windows hold influence over a rooms appearance and traditional blinds can look uninspiring. Bespoke automated blinds provide a professional, highly functional and attractive window covering that will enhance the atmosphere of your office.
Umbra can offer a number of shading options for a professional, modern and stylish finish. From large organisations to independent studios, we can help you create an inspiring and low-maintenance workspace with our selection of automated blinds. Available in a wide range of colours, our eco-friendly fabrics, we will provide a suitable option to compliment your workspace.