The Office Repositioning Movement

Office space repositioning is not a new concept. To attract top engineering talent, technology companies began incorporating greater amenities in the workplace in the early 2000s.

Office environments shifted to a space where employees could connect to each other in a more comfortable atmosphere. Which in turn helped drive performance and productivity.

Enhancing office amenities continued for the next two decades as another trend emerged, working away from the office. The prevalence of laptops, mobile phones and improved internet connectivity meant employees could work just about any place.

Add in a pandemic and the adoption of the hybrid work model has become more widespread. The emergence of the hybrid work model provides an opportunity to transform traditional office spaces into a more appealing destination for employees. As evidenced by the numerous office repositioning projects in Chicago in recent years.

Repositioning Trends

Repositioning is more than just updating style and normal maintenance. It involves reconfiguring the physical space to meet the changing needs of buildings’ occupants and staying competitive with nearby facilities.

Common amenity improvements include convenient food service options, conference facilities and lounge areas. Incorporating operable walls into repositioning designs adds flexibility and functionality.

Improved Flexibility and Functionality

As more and more companies are adopting a hybrid work model, the need for flexible space has increased. Conference facilities and lounge areas that can be scaled in size to accommodate more or fewer individuals as the situation dictates. There are a number of operable wall solutions to meet this need.

Go vertical with Skyfold vertical retractable walls. Skyfold walls are customized to the exact specifications of your space. When not in use Skyfold walls retract into the ceiling to maximize floor space. To further optimize space, Skyfold offers products with straight down descent for a narrow path of travel. Which means you don’t have to move bulky furniture or allow space for folding operation at the base of the wall. Perfect for tights spaces and potential obstructions.

What’s more, Skyfold is the acoustic leader in vertically folding retractable walls. With acoustic ratings ranging from 48 STC to 60 STC Skyfold walls provide exceptional sound management solutions for conference rooms and meeting spaces.

Modernfold’s horizontal operable wall partitions are available in a variety of panel configurations for enhanced flexibility. Single panel systems offer multiple room setups and repositioning of work surfaces and pass doors.

Continuously hinged panels are available with touch and go operation and can be conveniently stored behind pocket doors when not in use.

Modernfold and Skyfold walls come in a wide range of surface options from fabric, vinyl, wood veneer, writable surfaces and more. Operable walls can also be customized to match the space’s unique aesthetic for limitless possibilities.

For sleek modern designs and open floor plans, both Modernfold and Skyfold offer glass wall solutions that open office space to natural light.

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How can we help add flexibility and functionality to your repositioning projects? Contact us to learn more about our operable wall solutions.