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The question of how to improve educational spaces for the future is becoming front and center. Colleges and universities are placing an increased emphasis on their classrooms, study halls, and lounges, with an eye towards attracting and keeping students and staff. The ongoing changes in higher education create multiple opportunities for better comfort, collaboration, and ergonomics.

Our partners at Haworth® recently posted a list of seven ways to improve educational spaces for the future, and what we can expect to see in higher education facilities. We’ll sum them up briefly here; if you’d like to learn more, we’ve included the link below.

7 Ways to Improve Educational Spaces For The Future

1) Improve Sustainability. Sustainability is becoming a big factor in students’ decision of where to attend college. The Haworth® piece cites a study that states that 30% of students have it as a consideration for where to enroll. Schools can repurpose existing buildings, add geothermal heating and solar panels, use sustainable materials and more to reduce waste.

2) Improve Well-Being + Collaborative Spaces. Students are better able to thrive in an environment that encourages collaboration and support. Strategic placement of lounge seating and high top tables can help encourage casual conversations. Study pods and cafes can create spaces for focused work and social engagement.

3) Create Adaptable Environments. Improving educational spaces in the future includes enabling dynamic classrooms and collaborative spaces. Schools can expand classroom capabilities with movable furnishings and walls, raised-access flooring, without the cost of redesign.

4) Adding Creative Hubs. More schools are adding creative hubs and innovational incubators, to encourage hands on learning and exploration of ideas. Advanced technology and flexible layouts enable easier collaboration on future projects.

5) Balancing Collaboration and Concentration. Finding space for students to be able to focus in a quiet environment is essential. Using mobile furnishings and adaptable spaces can make it simple to students to both work together and apart in a similar space.

6) Prioritizing Comfort. There are multiple ways to improve an atmosphere in a classroom or collaborative space. Facilities can add wood and stone surfaces, increased natural light, and natural color palettes for an outdoor feeling while inside.

7) Create Space for Recharging. Thoughtful universities let students have downtime to step away from studies and reset. A comfortable lounge area with plenty of natural light, plants and greenery, and ancillary furnishings can help students to relax in the midst of educational challenges.

Are You Planning For Your School’s Future Demands?

When you take steps to improve the comfort, sustainability, and ergonomics of your educational facility, you’re doing more than just attracting top students and staff. You’re helping to create a better environment for creativity and well-being for everyone. Thoughtful, people-focused designs are a key element of improving educational spaces for the future.

If you’re in the greater Philadelphia area or South Jersey, and you’re interested in re-designing your classrooms, lounges, break rooms or other spaces at your place of higher education, reach out to the team at Bellia Interiors Group. We redesign and furnish educational spaces for the future, and help create spaces that students, staff and faculty love.

Click here today to request an absolutely free space evaluation, and let us transform your educational spaces for the better.

Source: https://www.haworth.com/na/en/spark/articles/2021/q3/7-design-elemenst-higher-education-students-love.html

If you’re thinking of remodeling or redesigning your workspace, you may have heard the term “Interiors Integrator”. When organizations plan a new office, healthcare facility, school, or government space, they often think about architects, contractors, and designers. But there’s one role that’s just as important — and often overlooked. That role is the Interiors Integrator.

The Interiors Integrator performs a valuable role: they help the architects and contractors combine technology, design elements and aesthetics into a functional and efficient environment. The end result is a workspace that delivers return on the business owner’s investment.

At Bellia Interiors Group, that’s who we are. Our interior designers bring strategy, design, product, and execution together in one seamless process. Instead of simply supplying furniture, we integrate every layer of the project so that your vision becomes reality — on time, on budget, and with impact.

Why You Need An Interiors Integrator on Every Project

The Interiors Integrator performs a variety of roles in office space remodeling projects. At Bellia Interiors Group, our professionals help you meet your redesign needs in multiple ways:

1. We Connect Vision to Reality. Spaces aren’t just built; they’re experienced. As a Haworth® partner with over 50 years in business, we understand workplace strategy and design intent. Our team translates concepts into functional, beautiful, and cost-effective solutions that support your organization’s culture and goals.
2. We Bridge All Stakeholders. Every project has many voices — architects, designers, contractors, end users, and project managers. As the interiors integrator, we sit at the center of these conversations. We coordinate specifications, manage timelines, and ensure everyone is aligned. The result? Smooth execution instead of costly miscommunication.
3. We Simplify Procurement. Whether you’re in the corporate, healthcare, education, or government sector, procurement can be complex. We’re experts in navigating contract vehicles like NJ State Contract, ESCNJ, Omnia, TIPS, and CoStars — ensuring your purchases are compliant, efficient, and streamlined. Because we work directly with the manufacturers we represent, we’re also able to provide our clients with the
4. We Manage the Details Others Miss. From site verification to delivery logistics and installation sequencing, the details matter. Architects and contractors create the structure — but it’s the interiors integrator who ensures every element of the environment comes together seamlessly. Without this layer, projects risk delays, mismatched products, and frustrated teams.
5. We Think Beyond Furniture. While furniture is at the core of every workplace, it’s only part of the picture. As an interiors integrator, we take a holistic approach to the environment. We work with our clients on modular architectural walls, acoustic solutions, branding and signage, and custom storage solutions — creating spaces that are flexible, functional, and expressive of your unique culture.
6. We Stay With You Beyond Day One. Our role doesn’t end at installation. We remain a partner long after move-in — providing support, adjustments, warranty coordination, and planning for future growth. Many of our clients have worked with us for decades because they know we’re invested in their long-term success.

Why Choose Bellia Interiors Group?

Bellia Interiors Group is more than a vendor — we’re your strategic interiors integrator. Family-owned for three generations, we’ve built our reputation on relationships, not transactions. With the agility of a local business and the strength of a national Haworth partnership, we deliver the best of both worlds: personal service backed by global resources.

We help organizations across South Jersey, Philadelphia, and beyond create spaces where people love to work, learn, heal, and connect.

Planning a new space? Don’t just buy furniture. Partner with an interiors integrator who can bring every piece of your project together. Contact Bellia Interiors Group today to get started, or click here for your free work + space evaluation.

Have you given thought to the noise level in your office, and what can be done to improve your office acoustics and its effect on your team’s productivity?

In today’s modern work environment, noise and acoustic distractions are consistently among the top employee complaints. As more businesses move towards hybrid work, and more people return to the office, businesses are packing more into less space. That means acoustics are a top priority for your workspace. Poor sound control leads to decreased productivity, poor concentration, and frustrated employees.

The Problem: Acoustics vs. Distraction

According to our partners at Haworth®, many organizations are seeing their physical footprints shrink while employee density is rising. With more people sharing open plans, cafes, collaborative areas, and even hallways, it leads to increased verbal noise, ambient sound, and more distractions.

Offices are also expected to balance environments that foster collaboration and allow focus when needed. That’s a bigger challenge in a large, open, echoing space.

Some Key Design Principles for Better Acoustics

Haworth recommends a few foundational tactics for improving acoustic comfort, for whatever the size or budget of your office:

1. Absorb unwanted sounds within spaces. This means using materials and finishes that soak up noise—acoustic panels, soft furnishings, ceiling tiles, rugs, drapery. These reduce echo and reverberation.
2. Block sound between spaces. Private offices, glass walls, partitions, pods (quiet booths) help isolate loud or private conversations from open work zones.
3. Cover intruding sounds with background sound (sound masking). This doesn’t remove noise, but makes it less noticeable by filling in acoustic gaps.
4. Diffuse sound energy evenly. Rather than letting sound bounce off flat surfaces, diffusion (through designed surfaces, architectural elements, varied textures) helps disperse sound and reduce hotspots of loud reflections.

What This Means for South Jersey and Greater Philadelphia Offices

If you run a business in the greater Philadelphia or South Jersey region, it’s likely your office shares many of the same challenges: open spaces, mixed‐use zones (lobby, collaboration, quiet work), and possibly older building materials that weren’t optimized for sound.

Upgrading acoustics can significantly improve employee focus, well-being and satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

Steps You Can Take Right Now

• Do a walk-through of your current workspace, and identify the loudest spots (open desks, next to corridors, cubicles near HVAC systems or windows).
• Audit materials: are there bare floors, high ceilings, or no soft surfaces? Could rugs, acoustic ceiling panels, or fabric screens help?
• Consider investing in sound masking or acoustic pods/booths for private calls or heads-down work.
• If renovating, start acoustic design early—not as an afterthought.

Would You Like To Make Your Office Sound Better?

At Bellia Interiors Group, we can help you assess your current acoustic issues, and design custom solutions tailored for your space. Whether you want to partially upgrade, or build a new space, our professionals bring in the right mix of function, comfort, and aesthetics.

Reach out to Bellia Interiors Group today, and request your free workspace design consultation. Let us show you how we can make your workplace one where focus, collaboration, and well-being all thrive.

Source: https://www.haworth.com/na/en/knowledge/research/office-acoustics-and-distractions.html?icid=homepage|banner|sep-2025

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If you feel like the world is shifting under your feet, you’re not imagining it. Things are evolving fast, especially in the workplace. Our partners at Haworth® recently completed a Global Evolving Workplace Study (surveying facility experts worldwide). The study sheds light on what’s working, what isn’t working, and what the future looks like.

We’ve broken down six major points from their studies, and why they matter for you.

Six Major Findings About The Evolving Workplace

1) Hybrid Work Is Holding Steady. Hybrid work isn’t a COVID-induced fad any longer. It’s here to stay. About 75% of organizations now offer hybrid work policies, while generally settling on a “three days a week in the office” model. The trend isn’t changing, and businesses can start planning spaces based on known patterns now rather than guesswork.

2) People, Aesthetics and Cost Are Driving Modern Space Redesigns. Offices aren’t just being redesigned today to save money, although that’s a factor. Modern businesses are also aligning workspaces with evolving employee wishes, and improving aesthetics. Employers seek to attract and keep top talent with comfort and style, while saving on costs.

3) Companies Are Seeking The Sweet Spot For Focus vs. Collaboration. The office is still the ideal place for teamwork and brainstorming, but they’re not always the quietest places. People value the connection in office spaces, but they prefer working at home for better productivity. Today, the goal of businesses is to mix collaborative hubs and quiet zones.

4) Office Layouts Are Becoming More Flexible. Rows of cubicles are disappearing as an office layout format. Businesses are moving towards a 50/50 balance of individual and group spaces, as well as assigned and unassigned desks. With that flexibility, teams can adopt the setup that works best for each situation.

5) Acoustics Are Offices’ Achilles Heel. Managers quietly worry about noise in offices today. With the busy open plan layouts, there’s plenty of potential for distraction, especially with the influx of video meetings. Haworth® called this the most common complaint. With this in mind, companies are adding call rooms, focus booths, and acoustic pods to the office environment.

6) Changes in Spaces Boost Morale. An interesting stat shows that 77% of organizations that made significant space adjustments in the past three years reported high employee satisfaction. That number was at 61% for companies that didn’t make adjustments.

How It All Adds Up

The upshot of all the findings is that hybrid work isn’t going away, and modern office-based companies need to adjust accordingly. Offices are pivoting from stale desk farms to thoughtful and human centered environments. The challenge remains giving employees both the collaboration they need, and the focus they want.

If you’re wondering how you can make hybrid capabilities work for your Philadelphia or South Jersey office space, the team at Bellia Interiors Group is here to help. Whether it’s planning, designing, or brainstorming the next perfect space, reach out to our professionals.

Click here to request your free workplace evaluation today.

Source: Haworth, “The Evolving Workplace: 6 Insights from Our Global Study”
Download the full study: https://www.haworth.com/na/en/knowledge/research/2025-evolving-workplace-global-study.html

As we approach mid-2025 and our workspaces keep shifting, businesses are rethinking what their offices should look like, and for good reason. Our partners at Haworth® recently conducted a study that highlights six of the ways workspaces are evolving to meet employers’ and employees’ needs. We’ve summarized these findings below.

What To Be Mindful Of With Changing Workspaces

1) Flexibility is now a must-have. As you’re undoubtedly aware these days, workspaces are no longer “one size fits all”. Employees are looking for more choices in how, where and when they work. To attract top talent, employers are offering collaborative spaces, quiet areas and other adaptations to support different work styles.

2) Culture is still in the workplace itself. Even as the world moves towards hybrid environments, the actual office still plays a large role in shaping company culture. The office is where we build connections, reinforce values, and help people feel a sense of belonging. The workspace design can help reflect a brand and foster the culture.

3) Collaboration should be intentional. In a hybrid work environment, where employees are split between in-person and remote work, collaboration isn’t by accident. Office spaces should support meaningful interactions that can be either scheduled or spontaneous.

4) People crave purpose in their work. As cliché as it sounds, for work to be rewarding to employees, it needs to be about more than a paycheck. In a well-designed workspace, a company can reinforce its mission and values, and help their staff feel more connected to their work.

5) Well-being matters too. It’s a top priority for employees in their job search to find an employer that supports physical and mental well-being. Adding ergonomic furniture, natural light, biophilic design and acoustic comfort is more than just a “nice to have” in modern workspaces these days.

6) Change is constant. As any business owner knows, the only constant in the world is change, and workplaces should be flexible and able to evolve. Adaptable spaces mean that you’re not just solving today’s needs – you’re ready for tomorrow’s too.

Interested In Professional Help in Designing Your Workspaces For The Future?

The professionals at Bellia Interiors Group work with businesses throughout the South Jersey and greater Philadelphia area every day. We understand changing office environments, and we can help create or redesign your workspace to support your people and your goals.

If you’d like to re-imagine your workspace and create an office environment that delivers real return, take the first step today with our Free Workplace Evaluation.

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Source: Haworth – The Evolving Workplace: 6 Insights from Our Global Study

At Bellia Interiors Group, we know the world of office design is changing constantly. Companies are always looking to improve their workspaces, increase employee engagement and comfort, and encourage sustainability.

We recently attended our partner Haworth’s NeoCon 2025, where they showcased truly innovative designs and upcoming trends that will revolutionize workspaces. You can read more about NeoCon 2025 here, but we’ll describe some of the more fascinating points below.

Reinventing Office Design For People and Purpose

Among the highlights of NeoCon 2025 we learned about were:

Hospitality Driven Spaces. Haworth showed us the future of hospitality-driven spaces, including lobbies, cafes, and outdoor plazas, that actually are opportunities for company branding. Hospitality spaces for employees and visitors encourage connection, and your lobby space is among the most important of them; it’s where customers and prospective employees get that first impression of your brand.

Diversity of Brands. The Haworth people have been in the office furniture and design business for many years, and they have a wide knowledge of multiple industries and their needs. Their strength is their variety, and the choices they offer to different companies and industries.

Focus On Sustainability. Making the most of our resources on the planet without waste, and with an eye towards environmental respect is as important as ever. At NeoCon, Haworth showcased items like the Fern Chair with its closed-loop manufacturing process, the Alder Lounge table made from biodegradable waste, and the Breck Chair made from over 50% recycled materials. Haworth excels at making sustainability truly stylish and functional.

Effective Ergonomics. Haworth produces a number of chairs that support posture, productivity and wellness. They’re backed by decades of research and vigorous testing, and can be adjusted for various work styles.

Modern Materials. NeoCon 2025 showcased Haworth’s effective usage of new textiles, including Hideaway, Vista, and Moondance. With their focus on including texture, color and purpose into office furniture, they help design teams (like us!) create beautiful and meaningful office spaces.

Intentional Spaces. Haworth has always made their furniture and office design about flexibility and purpose. That includes focus areas for solo work, collaboration zones for team work, and restore spaces for recharging.

What We Learned From NeoCon 2025 – And The Difference For You

In our experience attending NeoCon 2025, we saw the future of office and work spaces, and how it’s evolving with current and upcoming trends. Companies and employers today have a fantastic opportunity to take advantage of modern work space improvements, and gain an edge in acquiring top employees and customers.

Brand-driven hospitality, sustainable materials, flexible spaces, and emerging design improvements – these elements of office design can create a truly exceptional work space.

At Bellia Interiors Group, we partner with Haworth not just because of their high level of quality and dedication to true values; we share their focus on living these values. We’d be happy to share more ideas with you, and show you the difference we can make in your workspace.

Find out more. Click here to request your FREE design consultation today.

Source: https://www.haworth.com/na/en/spark/articles/2025/Q2/neocon-2025-experience-design-innovation.html

If you represent a public entity, you should be aware of the importance of mental well-being in building design. It matters greatly to people who work in or visit a facility. As mental health and emotional health moves closer to the forefront of discussion in America, public entities are moving towards responding to those needs.

You probably are aware of the importance of designing welcoming spaces, of course. However, findings from a recent study could surprise you about just how important it is. This survey was conducted by Wold Architects & Engineers; they published their findings here.

How Important Is Mental Well-Being in Community Building Design?

It’s not surprising that people would consider the mental health aspect of community space design to be important. What might be surprising is the actual results. Wold’s findings include these numbers:

• 86% of respondents believe mental health and wellness should be a priority in space design.
• 79% of respondents agreed that the design of a community building influences their likelihood of returning to that location. That number rises to 84% among city residents.
• 55% of respondents stated that they prefer community spaces that include amenities such as green areas, cafes and gathering spaces.
• Over half of the respondents stated they would travel as much as 20 minutes farther for a space they enjoy being in.

As these numbers show, when designing spaces for essential community spaces, it’s important to be aware that residents not only are looking for a positive experience, but that they will give up valuable time to find such a space.

How To Design Community Spaces That Promote Well-Being

So, how can a public entity create better spaces for the individuals in their community? In their findings, Wold made several recommendations, including:

• Prioritize natural light – Use large windows, skylights, and create floor plans that allow for the best possible light penetration.
• Create sensory zones – Design a quiet space for people where they can relax. Incorporate softer colors, water features, and comfortable seating.
• Include multi-purpose spaces – Create large rooms that can serve as fitness or yoga spaces in the morning, and be converted into gathering spaces in the afternoon.
• Add wellness amenities – Add lounges, cafes and kitchen spaces, and incorporate fitness encouragement through amenities such as bicycle racks or jogging paths.
• Promote safety and inclusivity – Add wider doorways, accessible restrooms, effective lighting and signage, and other elements to foster an inclusive environment.
• Use biophilic design – Add elements such as indoor gardens, outdoor green spaces, and water features for improved air quality and a calming atmosphere.
• Create outdoor views – Position workspaces near windows, allowing residents to spend time with a view of greenery or sunlight.
• Design with acoustics in mind – Add sound-absorbing acoustic panels, carpeting, and hanging baffles to reduce noise pollution for a stress-reducing quieter space.

Let Us Help You With Your Mental Health Focus in Office Design

At Bellia Interiors Group, our professional staff has years of experience in designing office and work spaces. We have a long established reputation of changing public spaces for the better, and we can do the same for your interior design.

Request your free workspace evaluation with us today, and Follow us on Facebook for the latest office space design news and tips.

In recent months especially, we’ve seen shifts in the workplace towards employees returning to the office. As the pandemic recedes into the rear-view mirror, companies are engaging in return to workplace initiatives. That said, in the effort to attract and retain employees, companies are still focusing on a hybrid-style environment that enables flexibility for their staff.

Our partners at Haworth® recently conducted a study about the shift towards more office presence for employees, with companies still allowing for a percentage of remote work. They found that while employees are spending more time in the office, hybrid work appears to be here to stay.

Hybrid Work’s Impact On Employers and Staff

Haworth’s study found that hybrid work impacts companies and their employees in multiple ways:

• Employee Experience. Employees have a variety of reasons to want or need remote work, and organizations need to find a balance to attract and keep top talent. As a result, many organizations are redesigning office spaces with an eye towards more collaboration and better productivity. In turn, there are more opportunities for hybrid employees to be engaged.
• Organizational Culture. With many employers today, hybrid work has become ingrained. Companies are looking for new ways to engage employees wherever they are. In this vein, companies are focusing on outcome and results, while helping employees with their own needs. Companies will also be adjusting to space requirements in the workplace.
• Society, Lifestyle, and Real Estate. Cultural norms and inclusivity have shifted based on social dynamics. People are making decisions where to work based on work/life balance and family needs. Hybrid work also enables less commuting, and changes to commercial real estate footprints.
• Flexibility. One size doesn’t fit all with employees, and companies are better off when they can adjust to the unique needs of their workforce. Many companies are developing models that enable remote work, while still encouraging spending time in the office for collaboration.
• The Workplace Future. Employees today have become accustomed to hybrid work, and are showing a stronger preference towards the flexibility it offers. Companies are best served by fostering a culture and best practices that enhance productivity in this new environment.

The Need For Returning To The Office

All of that said, there are reasons for employers to encourage staff to spend time in the office in addition to working remotely. Some of these reasons include:

• Culture and Collaboration. Hybrid work often creates a disconnect in the workplace, especially between leaders and staff. Being physically present in the office creates more interaction, even if it’s just “water cooler moments”. Socialization helps to improve morale, and many employees prefer in-person collaboration to Zoom calls.
• Maximizing Workspace Potential. As companies spend considerable time and resources on remaking offices, they’ll want to utilize that investment. The result has been a decrease in individual spaces, and more collaborative areas. These spaces help to enhance creativity and connection among staff.
• Building Trust. Trust among employees and employers is important. It has a significant impact on productivity. With more in-person interaction, employees have opportunities for learning, collaboration and career development. This works both ways; employees feel empowered, while leaders support flexibility and maintain visibility.

Adjusting to the hybrid work environment is an ongoing challenge for employers today. As companies become aware of the elements that drive acquiring top talent and enhancing productivity, they create an environment where everyone thrives.

Are You In Need Of A Workspace Reorganization?

If you’re an employer in greater Philadelphia or South Jersey who needs to adapt their workspace to a hybrid environment, or are looking to maximize your office space in other ways, Bellia Interiors Group can help. We offer real and effective solutions for all of your office space improvement needs, and we deliver results that create a true return on your investment.

Click here to request your free work and space evaluation today.

In our experience with workplace design, we understand the unique challenges of designing exceptional healthcare spaces. The healthcare industry has a wide set of requirements, but there are also important items to focus on in office and facility design. With our partners at Haworth®, Bellia Interiors Group helps create medical facility spaces that not only offer maximum comfort and efficiency, but also can adapt to frequent industry changes.

Keys To Creating Effective Healthcare Spaces

As this piece from Haworth® points out, creating exceptional healthcare spaces involves focusing on a number of design aspects. Here are just a few:

1) Putting People First. The goal of any healthcare workspace design should be to a space where staff can perform at their best. Everyone from physicians, nurses, caregivers, and administrative staff contributes to patient outcomes, and workspace design should meet all of their important needs.

2) Adapting For Change. With the world of healthcare constantly in flux, office and workspace furniture products should have an eye for adaptability. Office design teams can plan for future changes through working with clients, and planning for expectations. Making a facility adaptable can also maximize the real estate investment itself, and make healthcare access easier for communities.

3) Encouraging Collaboration. In the healthcare realm, caregivers and staff must collaborate for the best possible outcomes. With this in mind, a nurse’s station or conference room can be designed for streamlined communication and a better overall team experience.

4) Use of Technology. Technology is a key element of successful healthcare space design. Caregivers and staff need to access information, share test results, and much more. Facility design can facilitate better technology with mobile carts, wall-mounted workstations and more.

5) Protecting Caregivers. In the healthcare industry where staff works long hours and face stressful situations almost daily, burnout is a significant problem. Ergonomic furniture can be a huge help in offering respites for staff. Healthcare facility design should include specially designed stools, seating, height-adjustable workspaces and more.

Products And Design Guides For Healthcare Spaces

Bellia Interiors Group works closely with Haworth® to create exceptional healthcare spaces that make a difference for both staff and patients. We create office and space designs that engage patients, empower caregivers, foster community collaboration, and enable facility staff.

With a well-designed environment, a healthcare facility can truly impact caregivers, staff, patients, families and communities in a positive way. Our partners at Haworth® offer a free healthcare facility design guide that provides valuable information on industry trends, applications, product information and much more.

Click here to download the Haworth® Health Design Guide.

Do You Need To Remake Your Healthcare Facility?

At Bellia Interiors Group, we specialize in designing exceptional healthcare spaces throughout the greater Philadelphia area and South Jersey. We help you redesign your space to help you truly achieve a return on your investment, while creating a better environment for your employees, visitors, and customers.

Click here to request your absolutely free, no obligation design consultation, and let us show you the Bellia difference.

The title of this article probably made you blink. It’s likely that you haven’t given much thought to massage chairs at your workplace, much less how adding massage chairs can boost your business. After all, what are employees getting done when they’re in a massage chair? But in fact, massage chairs can offer a real benefit to your workspace.

The Benefits of Massage Chairs at Your Place of Business

For many companies today, especially in the post-COVID era, employee absenteeism is becoming a larger problem. Absenteeism obviously reduces your company productivity, and it increases the workload for the staff that is there.

So why is there so much absenteeism, and what can employers do about it? This article from our partners at Infinity Massage Chairs cites a study from the American Institute of Stress that estimates that over one million American workers are absent each day because of stress-related reasons.

There may be a variety of reasons for this, such as workplace anxiety or overwhelming schedules. But the good news is that you can offer your staff a solution. Giving employees an opportunity to take a break in a massage chair can help them reduce their stress level, and ultimately give them something to look forward to during stressful work periods. As a result, a workplace sees less absenteeism and improved morale.

Indeed, massage chairs are becoming more commonplace in the workplace. They offer numerous benefits, including reduced stress, improved focus, and increased creativity levels. But that’s not all. Massage chairs can also improve posture, reduce workplace injury, and increase blood flow. If a staff member is struggling with back, neck, or leg pain, a massage chair can help ease their chronic symptoms, and make it easier for them to be in the office.

Infinity offers may more benefits of massage chairs – you can read them here.

Can Massage Chairs Increase Your Productivity?

Needless to say, adding a massage chair to a break area or lounge will also reflect well on you as an employer. It shows that you’re interested in the welfare of your employees, and that you’re willing to help them become more productive in a unique way.

When you think about it, massage chairs are a relatively inexpensive way to address a common problem, and offer a more positive work environment. Attracting top talent is always a challenge for a business, and the better your working conditions, the more likely you are to bring in and keep valuable team members.

At Bellia Interiors Group, we offer office improvements in a variety of forms to office owners in greater Philadelphia and South Jersey. We’re happy to help you change your office for the better, including with high quality massage chairs for your lounge.

Click here to request your free design consultation, and see the difference we can make for you.