If your office needs a turnkey fit out or you’re refurbishing an existing workspace, at some point you’ll reach the debate of whether to use custom-made or stock furniture. Each option has its pros and cons, but oftentimes not much consideration is given to the idea of decorating the workplace with bespoke sets and pieces as custom-made furniture is seen as a costly extravagant purchase. To help you make a more informed decision, let’s look at why it’s better to use bespoke office furniture in Dubai rather than buying ready-made.
ONE-OF-A-KIND FURNITURE
A big draw of commissioning a custom-made piece or set is that it will be the only one of its kind in the world. Ready-made furniture is produced en-mass and sold to thousands of businesses. This leads to many offices all around the city having the exact same chairs, tables and cabinets as the company next door or down the street. It’s important for a company to stand out among its competitors and leave a lasting impression on clients that sets them apart from everyone else.
Decorating your office with unique furniture that can’t be bought anywhere else will achieve this. Your office is a physical representation of your brand and company identity. And everything that fills the space should accurately reflect the uniqueness and innovation of your business - including your furniture.
SHOWCASE YOUR PERSONALITY
Most of your working day is spent in your office. Why not make it as comfortable and aesthetically pleasing as possible? Ready-made furniture offers limited options in regard to colour, styles and fabrics, with limited room for creativity or customization. You’ll have the same standard choices as every other company who chooses to buy ready-made. As discussed earlier, your office is a reflection of your brand and business identity.
Bespoke furniture allows you the freedom to design and create pieces that accurately represent the message your company wants to convey to employees and clients. Off-the-shelf furniture can make a workspace look low budget and dull. This could put off potential clients as it doesn’t inspire professionalism, innovation or trust nor does it leave a lasting impression. A custom-made piece personalizes your workplace and injects your personality and vision into your working environment. You’ll have full control and final say over every single detail, from the aesthetics and design down to logo placement.
Make your workspace your own by ensuring that employees and clients alike think about you everytime they sit down in a chair or pick a magazine up off of the coffee table.
A PERFECT FIT FOR ANY SPACE
As mentioned before, ready-made pieces are produced in set sizes, styles and colours. There is no room for customization - what you see is what you get. This can be problematic when it comes to your office space. Using off-the-shelf furniture in an office can result in a lot of wasted space as they may not suit your specific layout.
Whether you're trying to make the most out of a smaller office or trying to give a larger area a standout feature. Tailor made furniture can be key to getting the most out of your space. You can brighten up an otherwise dull workstation with a privacy panel that matches the company colours. Get more out of each desk with smarter storage solutions. Liven up breakout area with a vibrant and colourful sofa to fill that empty corner.
VALUE FOR MONEY
The biggest argument against custom-made furniture is the cost. Bespoke pieces tend to be more expensive than their ready-made counterparts. But they can be a cost effective alternative to
Yes, buying off the shelf might be cheaper now, but is it what’s best for the long run? If you have a short lease or are moving to a new office soon, then the answer is yes. But if you’re planning to stay in your workplace for a long time and want to make the space your own, then custom-made furniture is a smarter move. You get better value for money in the short and long term.
Bespoke furniture might take a bit longer to make and cost more, but they’re worth every cent. Not only do you get a unique, personalized piece of furniture, but it’s made out of the highest quality materials and built to last for a long period of time. Ready-made furniture is usually made from cost-effective materials, like plywood, and therefore won’t last as long as a custom-made piece.
Custom-made furniture is tailored to your office needs and made from the very best materials to suit your specifications. An eco-friendly company would want furniture built out of sustainable materials and fabrics. An office near a body of water would want furniture that withstands humid conditions. And a work environment that sees employees spending most of their day behind a desk would want ergonomic furniture made out of comfortable yet tough material that won’t break under the constant wear-and-tear of everyday usage.
And with the overhead costs already factored into the price, ready-made products end up being only marginally cheaper than custom-made ones. Another factor to consider is that ready-made furniture only depreciates over time, whereas a well-made bespoke piece has the potential to be an investment that increases in value.
Ready-made furniture might be an acceptable solution in the short term, but for long term use, custom-made is the better option. If you’re thinking about personalizing your office space with bespoke pieces and sets, get in touch with Contractors.Direct to find out more about the fit out process or connect with qualified contractors who will meet your every office fit out need.
