If you take a closer look at the current commercial real estate market, you’ll notice a developing trend in lobby design and build. Lobbies play an important role in every building, whether a business providing a service or an office complex housing several commercial tenants. They are integral parts of a buildings design, function, and even appeal.
In fact, a business can experience a higher level of success by incorporating certain desirable features into their lobbies. Not only does this attract new clientele and customers, it retains them longer, thus increasing and protecting your revenue. As a building owner, it is wise to consider making some commercial renovations to enhance your lobby, and your overall business appeal.
Continue reading to learn which lobby renovations are most profitable, and how to get started on developing a bid for commercial construction.
Commercial Lobbies
A lobby in a commercial building is much more than just an entryway that serves as a portal to other areas of the property. People can do much more lobby than simply pass through it, and that is exactly how lobby design has evolved in today’s commercial real estate world. Lobbies should be functional first and foremost, but they should also be appealing, comfortable, and even hospitable. Furthermore, they should adhere to any local or federal building codes, such as ADA ramps and access points, fire safety and suppression systems, emergency exits, and more.
As a place to get started, here are some of the top-recommended lobby renovations that can instantly enhance your business’s appeal, and over time, build more revenue:
Natural Lighting
Natural lighting is arguably one of the most beneficial assets a commercial building can retain in terms of customer satisfaction and overall cost-efficacy. Not only can the right combination of natural lighting methods provide energy efficiency benefits, it can also transform a lobby into a warmer, and more inviting place to stay. See our blog, “The Benefits of Natural Light in an Office Setting” to learn why natural light is so valuable to a commercial property, and what you can do to modify your commercial building or office to have more natural sunlight.
Interior Lighting
Similar to natural lighting, interior lighting strategies also play an important part in maintaining high customer satisfaction and increasing occupancy. One current and popular trend is modern chandeliers that serve as a focal point. Also, features like properly positioned floor lamps and sconces near seating areas are effective for achieving functional and appealing interior lighting.
Seating Arrangements
if you want guests, customers, or tenants to linger for a longer period of time in your lobby, it is important to provide them areas that are meant to do just that. Not only should your lobby have several seating options, they should be arranged strategically in a way that promotes comfort, warmth, and function. They should also be arranged with several different types of seating options, such as standup tables, wall-mounted ledges with high tops stools, sofas and sectionals, cushioned chairs, loungers, and similar ideas. Seating areas should also be placed near outlets, lamps, lighting, and similar areas that provide function while seated.
Guest Conveniences
As mentioned, it is important to incorporate certain features and amenities to increase your guest satisfaction and comfort. Examples include plenty of electrical outlets, a Wi-Fi password sign, and even some electrical cords or chargers for those who require them. Another popular in modern amenity to consider for your lobby is a free beverage station that provides options like coffee, water, and juice, as well as, mugs disposable cups with lids, straws, sweeteners, and similar condiments and supplies.
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