Blog — Office Furniture Tips

The first step to a more productive and efficient office is organising the office to be clean and sorted so that everyone and everything can function at their maximum capabilities. Now organising an office might seem like an overwhelming task, but a plan takes away the stress. So stop for a second, have a look around, is your office as productive as it could be? Step 1: Rearrange and purge. Take that first step, start clearing out the old and make way for the new. Start by de-cluttering everything – empty, shred, remove and just throw everything that is not...

Some people are only motivated to think about health when a crisis develops or in the presence of symptoms such as pain. For example, tooth aches- most people immediately go to the dentist when they have a toothache or a slight nerve sensation in their teeth to resolve and alleviate the pain. We all know too well that leaving an impending tooth ache can lead to severe problems and debilitating pain so immediate action and preventative care is taken to avoid this situation. The same can be said for back pain but the result is far more damaging. Why? Because...

What do McDonalds, KFC, Burger King and many other fast food stores all have in common? Well besides the obvious; being a fast food chain, fast food logos all have one element in common- colour. Big Brand stores understand the psychology behind colours and therefore incorporate red, yellow, orange or green into their logos as a strategy to evoke different emotional responses depending on the colour. Colours most commonly used as seen in the above example are red and yellow, red as they trigger hunger and appetite and yellow as they promote feelings of happiness. Colour in the office environment is...

Picture taken from a recent Jasonl fitout Office partitions and screens for any office environment goes beyond aesthetics and design when it comes to choosing the correct office product. Despite adding a trendy modern look to the overall design of any mundane looking open plan office, office partitions can save space or create more privacy, streamline your office layout and get staff working more productively. Although the modern office is all about open plan layouts to encourage collaboration and team-work, companies are slowly realising that this kind of configuration may not be as beneficial as it seemed and can actually...

Cleaning! Although there are those few people who actually get a fix out of the dreaded spring clean or the end of year pack-up, let’s be honest even the mere idea of organising and cleaning the house or office sends chills down our spine. But with the New Year rapidly approaching (we still cant believe its already November) we are all thinking about what we need to clear, store and de-clutter around the office to finish the year and start afresh in 2016. Sometimes it’s hard to always be on top of your game and we all know that if...

Conversation Nooks at Airbnb Offices The design and layout of the office environment continues to evolve as new technologies, work styles and employee satisfaction enters the environment. The shift away from the traditional style of cubicles and private spaces into the widely adopted hot desking collaboration model quickly became the norm with big cooperation’s around the world changing their office layout and design. However with recent skepticism towards this open plan model 2015 has seen a rise to a new era known as super-customisation. This new era understand the one size doesn’t fit all mentality and rather looks at its...

Choosing the right plants for the office is not the most difficult business decision lets be honest, but there are definitely some considerations that cross the mind when deciding which plant to buy. Generally, thoughts about the kind of flower you like, the pot that will look the best on your desk and how often the plant requires water are all valid questions. But plants offer far more benefits besides their aesthetic appeal. Research have shown that plants can improve air quality, improve productivity by 15% and boost staff well- being by 47% (University of Exeter).  Indoor vs Outdoor Plants...

Here is how you can get an Ergonomic Makeover for your office right away If you are reading about Ergonomics, chances are you already have a little understanding of what it means, the implications of not having it and how correct posture can benefit the body. There is only one problem, how do we consciously implement ergonomics into the office workstation desk and how do we do it correctly- time for an ergonomic makeover. Most likely the essence of ergonomics has already been adopted in your workstations without you even realising. But what you probably don’t realize is those aches and...

Designing a new office space certainly has its challenges and considerations, not to mention its practical issues such as space and proximity just to mention a few. But one key factor at the top of everyone’s mind, whether it be the designer, CEO or employee is always the task of increasing productivity. Trying to increase productivity at work is not a new concept nor is it a principle short of expert advice, just ask productivity expert David Allen (author of the 2001 book ‘Getting things done’) and he will walk you through his 10 steps to greater productivity at work....

At JasonL we want to ensure our customers are getting the best possible products suited for their type of work environment. There are several different types of interiors our height adjustable desks fit well in. The challenge is selecting the correct style of chair per environment for your height adjustable desk. Whether it is an Industrial Warehouse, Home Office, Corporate Office, Workshop or Classroom the height adjustable desks are a great additions to any of the settings mentioned and require the correct matched chair!   Height Adjustable Chairs for Sit Stand Desk / Workstation in a Corporate Office / Home...

The government has recently announced a new action in the federal budget, giving small businesses with a yearly turnover of less than $2 million a 100 percent tax deduction, and to spend up to $20,000 per item on purchases for your company. The instant asset write-off increasing from $1,000 to $20,000 will help businesses with their cash flow, increase the amount of jobs they are able to provide, and most importantly boost overall productivity.  Is it for my company? If your company generates less than $2 million in yearly sales, and is a registered business with ABN you are a...

We have been travelling to China multiple times a year for the last 6 years. These trips are buying trips and to catch up with our suppliers through China. Every year we come back to Sydney excited about our trip and passionate to supply our customers with great designed and quality manufactured office products. This year was no different, and after spending 10 days in China we have returned, incredibly excited and spirited for the year ahead.This time every year is the Chinese International Furniture Fair (CIFF). Where the world leaders in mass value manufacturing, gather together to show off...

I come from 80 years of office furniture heritage. My dad was in office furniture and his dad was in second hand office furniture. My family discusses all things office furniture; from suppliers to where the industry is going. We also deliberate how JasonL can continually improve and stay ahead of the competition. I often get asked; why is your task chair so much cheaper than Schiavello or more expensive than Officeworks. Designers often ask; why are your workstations so much cheaper than AWM’s. Another common discussion is; what are the differences between buying from JasonL and Ikea. I am...

With over 80 percent of Australian offices having moved to an open-plan office fitout, is it time for you to follow the trend? Research indicates that a well designed open-plan office space will undoubtedly increase communication and collaboration between workers. However, there is also evidence that open-plan workspaces increase distractions and noise levels as well as take away from employees’ privacy. So is an open-plan fitout right for your business? When designing a fitout for your office, the most important thing to keep in mind is the advantages and disadvantages each option has for employees.  Advantages of an open-plan fitout...

You have finalised your budget, decided on what to order, you navigate through the website and click “Submit Order”. Now comes the waiting game, Every business from big to small will receive deliveries, be it mail with your bills or that boardroom table the executive team have been pushing for. It is always important to make sure that the delivery method will suit. There are several different variables with all deliveries and these may depend on some of the below. JasonL office furniture delivers Australia wide, including Sydney, Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and Adelaide. Location, location, location: You can be located...

Your work life is 1/3 of your day and to need to be as healthy as your home. We usually have little control over the space we work in but being aware of problems that can affect us will enable us to take corrective measures and may encourage the creation of stimulating and nurturing environments. Below are 5 Tips that will help to provide an office that is balanced and conducive to good health and well-being, which will ultimately benefit your health and the health your company.  Healthy eating in the office Many offices now keep fridges which a small stock of food to...

Keeping your office hygienic will not only keep your employees more satisfied but you will also reap financial benefits. Increased hygiene means less absenteeism, which will reduce your costs to cover workers temporarily as well as wasted funds on salaries of employees that aren’t working. The following are the best ways to keep your office clean and germ free: Alcohol-based hand sanitizers Alcohol-based hand sanitisers are a must when it comes to maintaining workplace hygiene. Choose a branded sanitiser that also contains moisturiser to ensure that it does not dry out your skin. Large bottles should be placed in all bathrooms...

via: http://www.osha.gov When planning a fitout for your office, ergonomics must be at the forefront of every decision. Rani Lueder of Humanics Ergonomics Inc says that ergonomics is more than just supplying furniture that prevents injuries; he states that it encompasses a positive promotion of ergonomics and work safety in the creation of the office environment. The design of the office space must include ergonomic furniture being placed in safe positions around the office. Office chairs must support workers’ lower backs and allow them to feel comfortable for long periods of time. Different mechanisms and seat slides should be added...

Fitting Out your new Office is one of the first and important steps to do after you acquire a new Office Space, you not only need to understand the Time frames around the products that go into an Office Fitouts but also need to plan and budget out the entire project with a Fitout Specialist. You may see a lot of articles and information around what you need to do when you're Fitting Out your new Office but we've managed to get the Top 6 things NOT to do when fitting out your new Office. Not organising your fit-out far enough...