Office ‘Neighbourhoods’ Bridging the Workplace Design Gap
Every coin has two sides and every idea has two opposing opinions. The debate surrounding the ideal modern workspace is no different. The modern office is a complex space that changes often, with everyone from CEOs to entry-level staff vying for the perfect space to inspire creativity, productivity, efficiency and job enjoyment. Only thing is, […]
Top 5 Restaurant Design Trends of 2016
Modern restaurant design is as much about architecture and ambience as it is the food – and for good reason. Achieving simplicity in design as well as merging time-favoured practices with contemporary flair is fast becoming an innovative way of drawing more attention to creating a memorable experience, seemingly adding value to the meal itself. […]
How to Enhance Company Culture & Productivity with Workplace Design
A recent survey suggests that nearly 90% of workers around the globe are unsatisfied by their work environment, and when instilling corporate culture is a growing concern and focus of many businesses, that’s a statistic that needs to reflect the opposite. The most prevalent demographic in the modern workforce is comprised of millenials (people who […]
2016’s Top Trends for Designing Retail Spaces
Retail design may not change as consistently as fashion, or the latest in pop-culture trends, but it does change over time. To ensure that you don’t get left in the past and inevitably playing catch-up with your competitors at home and abroad, these store design tips will help you to guide and direct your commercial […]
Customer-First Guide to Retail Design
Combining creativity, graphic design, interior design and good architecture make up a reliable four pillar model for expert retail design practices. Further including aspects of functionality and product display make for an intriguing space that will not only attract your store customers, but have them eager to explore your space, making them instantaneous fans of […]
How To Pick the Right Contractor
Property ownership is one of the biggest investments you can make in the course of a lifetime, so choosing a licensed, experienced, and knowledgeable company for your renovation project is of utmost importance. With all of the things to consider when renovating a commercial space – such as: zoning ordinances, time limitations, required permits, advanced […]
Renovate Your Business with CSBFP Funding
Securing financial aid is often the most challenging part of starting or growing your business in Canada. While there are various types of financing programs available including government-assisted grants, the truth is that most of business owners tend to be nervous when the thought of securing a loan crosses their minds. However, what they forget […]
How to Create a Realistic Budget for your Commercial Renovation
Determining a realistic budget is an essential step towards ensuring that you do not overspend when undertaking any commercial renovation. As much as budgeting is restrictive to some extent, it is the best way that business owners or institutions like the government use to manage and save money. Re-upholstering, re-polishing or repairing the banquette and booth seating […]
10 Quick Tips for Your New Construction Project
Ready to build that new office space you’ve been dreaming about? Before you get too carried away with hiring builders and breaking ground, there are a few things you should think about to make sure your project turns out the way you want it to. Without proper planning, it’s easy for a dream project to […]
10 Reasons to Hire a Contractor with Experience in Design
Renovating or expanding a house or business premise is a big decision to make. Most important, is choosing the right contractor. This contributes greatly to the overall outcome of the project and whether you get value for your money. Thus, the question becomes on whether to choose a contractor with experience in design, or a […]