Two Ways To Improve Ergonomics In The Office

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Business owners are now taking a keen interest in improving their company’s workplace to save money. That may sound initially confusing, but many entrepreneurs are now seeing the benefits of developing a more ergonomic office. It is widely known that keeping a passive lifestyle does not improve health. The body needs to have at least a few hours of active moment to maintain peak physical condition. This is difficult for office employees, who are often asked to sit eight hours a day in front of a computer. Keeping such position for hours places a strain on one’s lower back and may lead to muscle cramps or strains.

Left uncorrected, employees may develop a weaker immune system. This increases the potential for sicknesses that may result in more unplanned leaves. Sick leaves and absences can impact the strength of company revenue. Business owners recognize this and have now tapped the help of their interior designers to improve workplace settings.

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Ergonomic improvement is based on one’s current setup. There are, however, two simple ways that offices can improve ergonomics. The first is to create forced break times. Offices may opt to purchase specially-built chairs that cradle the back and improve spine position. This helps a lot yet an important factor in body health is exercise. Individuals should be allowed a 15-minute break for every four hours. Employees should be encouraged to stand up and walk around to stretch the legs and relax the eyes. This simple step alone could prevent a myriad of illnesses and conditions. Secondly, companies should consider the potential effects of light and color. There are new psychological data that links interior design to productivity and overall wellbeing.

A qualified architect should be able to work with a company’s current environment and create improvements to improve employee health.

My name is Jonathan Bunge and I am an architect. For more design inspirations, follow me on Twitter.

Structured History: The Architecture Of Buildings In Berlin

Berlin is one of the European cities I admire when it comes to architecture and design. The city, which has been preserving sites from the 17th century is a testament to the ever-evolving trends in designing structures. When I visited the city, I was amazed to see that for every change in the form of government, there would be a particular building for it. Going around the city is a history and architecture field trip rolled into one.

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My first stop was the Museumsinsel or the Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site boasting of five museums built from 1830 to 1930. The classical design is a timeless model with an intricate design that did not spare even the exteriors of grandiose sculptures that are larger than life.

Next, I went to the Reichstag building. When the reunification happened, the Germans restored the building, which officially became the venue for the parliament. Luckily enough, I was able to enter the glass dome that provides a good view of the whole city. It was a breathtaking sight. The modernistic glass dome complements the classical design from generations ago. The design nerd in me got a good glimpse of how innovations can improve old structures.

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Another site that caught my attention was the Fernsehturm or the TV tower, the tallest structure in Germany. It could also be one of the sites that characterize Berlin. The building that has a dome in the middle is another inspiration for architects like me. With a revolving restaurant, the place provides diners with a 360-degree view of the city. Even from my hotel room window, I can see the tower and its quirky design.

There are other sites I visited when I stayed in the city. It really is a wonderland for design and art geeks like me. There’s so much Architecture I’d be happy to dive into. On my next visit, I would definitely explore Cologne and Munich.

I’m Jonathan Bunge. I believe that design is life, and my job as an architect and interior designer proves my penchant for the craft. Creative juices flow easily as long as I surround myself with artsy ideas. Do you have a passion for architecture? Let’s keep in touch on Twitter.