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February 7, 2020
Research shows that people take between a tenth of a second and thirty seconds to make snap judgements based on visual impressions. This means that visitors to your reception may have already made their minds up about you before they…
July 12, 2019
What is the most effective Office Storage? There are several types of office storage, from basic hanging files to bespoke executive storage. Our guide below will help you to decide which is best for your business. How to find the…
June 28, 2019
A simple guide to modern office furniture by our in-house furniture designer. The guide will help you to see how modern office furniture can be right for your space and which design choices could work for you. What is Modern…
June 14, 2019
Spaceist has listed below a few office space planning guidelines for 2019. 1. Measure Measure you office space accurately, include any doors, windows and pillars. It is very important this is done correctly because it will be too late…
June 7, 2019
Spaceist has put a few guide lines to help you plan the best office layout. What is the best type of office layout? Open plan is the best type of office space because it gives you the flexibility to…
May 31, 2019
Please find a handy check list below when considering buying UK plug and USB sockets for your office desks, meeting tables and reception sofas and chairs. What socket options are there? Choose from UK plug, USB charger, USB data,…
May 17, 2019
Our Office Furniture experts have put together a check list to help guide you through the minefield of buying new office furniture. Space Planning? Its very important to correctly layout the desks so the office space does not look…
April 26, 2019
We have presented a simple checklist to help you move office premises smoothly and avoiding any stress. Key Staff First identify the staff which are most important to your company. This is usually sales or marketing. Plan the move…
April 12, 2019
Black office furniture give your meeting or office that WOW factory. Everyone is used to boring standard white furniture so offer something different to standout from your competitors. Black office furniture includes office desks, meeting room tables and breakout furniture.…
March 22, 2019
We have presented a simple guide on the requirements of the minimum desk size when planning an office furniture interior. Touch down desk + contract workers 100 to 120 cm For workers who are only in the office for…
March 11, 2019
Spaceist have created a short guide to buying office breakout, staff eating or staff kitchen furniture. All good breakout area should contain separate areas to eat, relax and chat. First decide what type of area you need and what…
February 22, 2019
Short Buying Guide to help you choose the right type of cafe table for your new or current cafe, breakout room or school dining area. Below lists the features of round tables, square tables, marble tables, folding table and stackable…
February 15, 2019
There are several types of meeting tables to choose from glass, laminate, wood veneer, folding, height adjustable, modular, stackable, round, square and executive. First thing to decide is what type of meeting table you need and find out how the…
February 9, 2019
Selecting Sofa Fabrics: Selecting The Right Colour? Best Material? Hardest Wearing Material? Abrasion Rating? Fire Rating? Cleaning? Logo + Brand Colour? How to choose a colour? Logo colour Start with your company logo or…
January 31, 2019
What Size Meeting Table? Each person sitting at a meeting table or conference table needs 80cm of space. For boardroom tables you need 80-100cm to allow for a larger chair. This might change depending on the how the table is…
February 17, 2016
A versatile environment that caters for learning, socialising and dining, the sixth form common room is a place for ad-hoc interactions, personal study and growth. Delving into our archive of projects dealing with common room furniture, we present a range…
August 16, 2015
This week we return to the workplace by presenting inspiration for creating breakout spaces through a look at some inspiring interiors from four very different workplaces. The breakout space is a vital communal space creating synergy between formal and informal…
July 17, 2015
We carry on looking at wooden furniture, but something a little different to the previous post. Oriented strand board (OSB) also known as ply or chipboard is an engineered wood particle board created by combining adhesives and compressing layers of…
July 8, 2015
As well as school and office interiors, Spaceist presents a high-quality range of options for furnishing a modern bar, lounge or restaurant. From designer seating to modular variations, we have selected a range of these items to bring you this…
May 28, 2015
Lighting is a major part of office design and plays a key role in how comfortable the workplace environment is. For various tasks there are different styles of lighting options to suit. In areas where natural lighting is either unavailable…
May 15, 2015
A visit to the vets is not always a welcome experience for a pet or animal owner. An animals instincts rely a lot on their owner and what they are feeling and conveying to their pet. It is obvious the…
May 13, 2015
The London Design Festival takes off later this year with numerous events and shows around the capital, however an earlier taste of current furniture, product design and lighting trends is only around the corner. The next half of this month…
May 6, 2015
The visit to the doctor or dentist isn’t the most pleasant experience for some. The interiors of a dental practice reception, like other hygiene practices requires a high level of cleanliness. This has led these spaces to become impersonal, sterile…
April 23, 2015
The hotel lobby is one of the most important rooms in a hotel, it is the first point of call and sets the first impressions. The space offers a common area to meet and greet visitors, relax with a drink…
April 16, 2015
With the weather warming up, its is only natural to find yourself swapping a cake for some frozen yoghurt and coffee for a frappe. Taking inspiration from the warmer months ahead, we have put together a collection of ideas for…
April 1, 2015
Working with a school, university or youth centre to furnish a common room, canteen or study space requires understanding the key factors of that environment. From style and material to colours and sizes, there is a range of key factors…
March 26, 2015
The streetscape, the urban landscape or the urban space is where people have been meeting, socialising and conducting business for centuries. The external spaces between buildings present just as many opportunities for serendipity and collaboration as our interior spaces. Street…
February 17, 2015
Create a comfortable space whilst enhancing floor space with a corner sofa for an office, hotel or school interior. Ideal for the reception area, breakout spaces, common rooms, or hotel lobbies, a corner sofa is an efficient way to utilise…
February 11, 2015
Creating an office interior that maintains a welcoming work environment for both staff and clients when the area to work in is limited can become a challenge. Here we present five offices that are less then 300 square meters with…
January 16, 2015
There are a number of variants that help to determine the type of cafe table that will be suitable for a project. From round to square, indoor or outdoor options, the search for a sufficient table could become daunting. Here,…
January 16, 2015
Founded in 1989, ICEHOTEL is an initiative created to develop inspiration art, travel and nature experiences. This year in the Swedish town of Jukkasjärvi, based 200 km North from the Arctic Circle, the 25th ICEHOTEL has opened to welcome guests…
December 11, 2014
Creating highly functioning and attractive reception spaces when confronted with limited space can create a range of challenges. In order to meet the various shapes and sizes of reception areas, we supply a wide range of modern, high quality and…
December 4, 2014
Polypropylene chairs, or plastic chairs are versatile and present a range of qualities that makes them applicable to a selection of interior and exterior settings. Durable, hard wearing and non-deformable, these chairs come in a wide range of shapes, sizes…
December 3, 2014
Along with breakout spaces, areas where staff can unwind and recharge are seen as just as important for staff morale. From yoga classes to office gyms and infamous games tables, these recreational facilities allow staff members to take a well…
November 26, 2014
Glass is regarded as one of the foremost contemporary materials of the modern world. It allows clear permeability, can be formed in any shape and is recognised for enhancing spatial areas where it is used, whether used internally or externally.…
November 18, 2014
The nature and style of working has evolved and developed. It has become vital to engage employees and create a working environment that enhances comfort and provides a means for collaboration (1). A large part of this includes providing a…
November 13, 2014
The correlation between our built environment and its affects on mental and emotional health have been widely researched, documented and put into practice. Architect Elizabeth Danze and psychoanalyst Stephen Sonnenberg have been collectively working together to present the impact of…
October 31, 2014
Art Exhibitions and installations allow visitors to see, touch and experience first hand an idea of artistic ingenuity. It brings together communities, whether in agreement or distaste. What is essentially the most interesting about them is that they are largely…
October 15, 2014
According to a study conducted by YouGov, around 70% of people from across the UK, USA, Russia, Germany and India have played chess at some point in their lives. With around 6 million players in the UK alone, the study…
October 9, 2014
We offer a wide range of stylish and modern meeting room and conference room table options, but thought we would have a look at some fun, creative and playful office conference room tables. The meeting or conference room, along with…
