Often credited to Gandhi, this saying encourages us to embody the change we would like to see in the world. If you act, a small change has already happened, and it encourages others to follow. The same is true of your physical environment and culture at work. Whatever you want your brand to be renowned for, start the change with a workplace design that reflects this.
Colour, lighting, technology, graphics, furniture choices, innovative technology, use of space, wayfinding and a focus on well-being are all examples of design aspects that can set change in motion.
Individuality is on trend for 2025 design. A workplace design that reflects your aspiration is individual, authentic and enduring.
Eco-friendly workplace design choices are popular with staff, clients and other stakeholders.
Bolder colours are making a comeback in 2025. Less neutrality, more colour. Clever use of accents, furniture and feature walls in your workplace design will bring life to your office. Take care with fixture colour choices. Unless it’s your brand colour, fixtures such as cabinetry will have better longevity in traditional, non-dating colours. Go bold on window furnishings, chairs, lounges and artwork as they are more cost effective to change. The bold colour trend reflects the focus on individuality in design.
While the Dulux colour forecast is based on residential interior design, they predict warmer, rich burgundies and wine hues will become more prominent throughout 2025, alongside increased use of green including olive, sage and vibrant yellow-green. Link to https://www.dulux.com.au/colour/colour-trends/2025-forecast/
We are seeing a movement away from light and whitewashed timber. Warmer tones are returning to our interior design timbers, such as spotted gum and ironbark. Interestingly, this is in line with the Dulux forecast for warmer colour palettes. When choosing timber, you can make sustainable choices by checking for certifications such as the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) and the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
For metals, silver tones are on trend in 2025. Chrome, aluminium and stainless steel will introduce a sharp, cool edge to your design.
Companies are watching the bottom line and looking to optimise the use of real estate. With this assessment in the use of space for staff, tasks and business objectives, we will see office layouts rescaled and reimagined in 2025. ‘Flexibility’ and ‘multipurpose’ are the buzzwords.
Despite the need for efficiency, companies are still trying to attract more workers back to the office. Social spaces promote a positive work culture, creativity and improve employee satisfaction. Communal areas, collaboration spaces and breakout zones are unlikely to suffer in 2025 as these social spaces are necessary to attract and retain the best talent.
The focus on well-being in the workplace has never been greater. Every week, the news brings us stories of workplaces in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Businesses are very aware that workplace well-being matters both reputationally and for the bottom line. Staff who are healthy and feel well-treated have lower rates of absenteeism and perform their work better.
The team at Evoke Projects create well-places. We set people and businesses up for success. To discuss a new workplace fit-out for 2025, please call Evoke Projects on 1300 720 692.
