The decor of the average work environment takes occupational health and safety more into consideration than whether or not employees approve of its appearance. However, dismissing staff needs and wants in favor of ensuring their health and safety may not always be the best move, especially if you want to keep turnover at a minimum.
A work environment that has furniture that is barely comfortable, poor lighting and doesn't provide staff privacy will have a significant impact on staff productivity. The workplace is home away from home for many employees, and they many of them want a work environment that stimulates learning while promoting fun as they work. An aesthetically appealing office is good not only for a company's CEO but for his staff as well.
Bean bag chairs are a stylish ergonomic furniture that can enhance staff productivity by creating a more comfortable and relaxing environment to work in. Employees who spend a great deal of time at their desks will appreciate the greater range of motion and flexibility in sitting positions a bean bag chair provides. Employers will experience less staff absenteeism due to medical conditions such as headaches, back or joint pain caused by sitting for long periods of time. They also provide relaxation that reduces mental tension and depression that often causes headaches.
Bean bag furniture may be a bit costly, but improved employee productivity and morale is well worth the cost. If a company really wants to attract and keep quality staff, "green" thinking may be the key to accomplishing this. Nowadays a company that is environmentally conscious is more attractive to young job seekers. Having beanbag furniture in your office will make a good impression on a prospective employee. Beanbags make an excellent green seating alternative because no wood is needed to make them. A company can take environmental friendliness one step further and select furniture that has recycled or reused foam or plastic filling.
Employees who can work in an office that is pleasing to the eye and provides a comfortable environment work are happy employees who will stay for a long time. Many companies are finding bean bag chairs to be a worthwhile investment, not to mention that they are also tax deductible.
Companies such as Apple, and Google have adopted the new trend of bean chairs in the workplace. Each has an area where employees can lounge and take breaks while sitting on this new and exciting furniture.