[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When considering the interior design of a space, it’s important to remember that even a workplace is more than the sum of its functional elements – it’s also a place where we spend many of our waking hours. The design of a room or work environment can influence emotions, even helping to reduce stress or increase focus and productivity. This is especially impactful in 24/7 operations centers, where critical stakes are the norm.
Designing for operators
Operators work long shifts in these round-the-clock environments. When you spend so much time in a space, it’s important that the overall look and feel sets the foundation for a healthy mindset. Our surroundings can play a powerful role in influencing our lives and emotions. Many elements of the design could be specifically selected to positively contribute to the operators’ mood.
Another questions to consider is, does your current operations center design make it easier or harder for your operators to do their best work? The physical spaces we occupy can make work harder or easier based on the arrangement and flow. Emphasize what you want them to pay attention to, and de-emphasize what you don’t. In addition, you can empower your operators to make healthier decisions by incorporating features such as sit-stand consoles to encourage movement during long shifts.
Designing experiences
Powerful design also considers the creation of moments and experiences within the space. The design of a space, even a workspace, guides you through a series of moments. In a command and control environment, what typical situations could be enhanced by thoughtful design? One example would be incorporating collaborative spaces within the operations center to promote team work and ensure an open flow of information.
Design elements that impact mood
In recent years, extensive research has been conducted into components of design that improve workplace mood. These can include elements such as biophilic design and lighting. Biophilic design, in simpler terms, is all about bringing the outside in. Studies have shown that it can improve both happiness and productivity in the workplace. The application of biophilic design can include everything from mimicking organic shapes and using natural materials to more overt applications such as natural lighting and implementing “living walls” of plants in a workspace.
Constant Technologies operations center design
Constant Technologies integrates video wall systems as well as creates custom consoles. We also design the overall layout for your space in keeping with best practices for productivity, collaboration, and ergonomics. More than just the furniture and AV, however, we can make sure that our products fit in with your overall space design for a cohesive and pleasing effect. We will partner with your interior designers, architects and facilities teams to create what best fits your space’s overall aesthetic goals as well as the overall purpose of the room.
We custom create our operations consoles to your specifications, and while certain styles are more popular than others, we can build them using a wide array of colors and finishes. Your mission critical space should reflect your organization’s personality, whether that includes neutral tones or bright pops of color.
It takes specific expertise to create a high-performing, state of the art command center – something Constant has specialized in for over 30 years. Not only can we provide that expertise, we can give you something completely personalized, not generic. We know these decisions are a big investment, and you want to make the best use of your money and time. At Constant, we’ll make sure that all the technical elements are perfect – and then we’ll go the extra mile to make sure that the end result is in line with your overall vision for the space. If you’re ready to start working on your unique and thoughtfully designed operations center space, reach out to us today.
About Constant:
Constant Technologies, Inc. provides AV integration for 24/7 video walls and custom operation center furniture. With 30+ years of experience, we can work with sensitive environments in the public and private sectors. Constant designs and installs projects of all scopes and sizes around the world. We also offer long-term service and support. We create solutions with the highest levels of security, aesthetics and functionality in mind.
