Cubicle Farms And Open Floor Plans Are Out

October 27, 2022

Open Floor Plan Vs. Cubicles: What’S Better For Your Business?

Trendy vs Traditional

Open floor plans have been around for a while now, and chances are you've worked in one or visited a business that uses this style of operation. The boom came as fashionable Silicon Valley tech giants began posting images of their brightly colored offices with collaborative environments, beanbags instead of chairs for meetings, and fancy cafeterias with a wide variety of imported coffees and nationally recognized craft beers. It was a stark contrast to the office spaces of the 80s which were large bunker-style business cubicles done up in a duller color scheme. Open floor plans

Cost - Square footage is one of the most expensive parts of running a business. Typically, the average cost of a standard cubicle will run you around $1,500, but if you start buying filing cabinets, electrical outlets, block units, and upgrades like better fabric or real wood, the cost can reach $13,000 or more. In an open floor plan, more often than not, you buy a simple table/desk with a chair and the cost drops dramatically. Transparent Culture - When you bring everyone out in the open, it's impossible to hide who they are as individuals and how they interact with each other. Considered Equal - Often in an organization that uses open layouts, managers and even executives sit side by side with their employees and peers. Aesthetically Pleasing - As you enter the office, you will be greeted by brighter environments, open spaces, and the ability to see the business as a whole. Well, whether you're catching a fleeting glance from a co-worker or you're alone in the office, sometimes you can have the anxious feeling that you're constantly being watched. Increased health risks - COVID-19 has made this more prevalent than ever, but without the physical barriers created by cubicles, your office is more likely to get sick. Additionally, open plans mean that teams are usually closer together due to the floor plan design and the benefits of collaboration.

Cubicles Versus Open Office

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