Getting a client or potential client to meet with your team is quite an accomplishment, but it's only the first step. Your conference room has the power to make a big first impression, but whether that’s a good thing or a bad thing depends on the space!

The Ideal Conference Room

A great conference room combines form and function, ensuring that visitors are listening to you, not counting down the minutes until they can leave. There should be little in the way of distractions, and extra care should be taken for the following elements:

1. Good Lighting
2. Modern Furnishings
3. Comfort
4. Tech Integrations
5. Flexibility

Good Lighting

No one wants to spend the afternoon under the harsh glare of fluorescent lights. If possible, let in some natural light, making sure the windows are partially covered with blinds or shades, should the sun become too bright. Avoiding or minimizing overhead lighting makes for a more calming setting, but be sure to use light bulbs that don’t give off too much heat.

Modern Furnishings

It doesn't instill much confidence in visitors to see old, shabby furnishings. You need to project an image of success, and one of the best ways to do so is with clean, modern design.  

Comfort

The most beautiful armchairs won’t help if no one can stand sitting in them! Comfort is crucial, particularly for longer meetings. Take care to choose pieces that are aesthetically pleasing, but comfortable as well.

Tech Integrations

To ensure your conference room projects sophistication, choose furnishings with built-in power adapters, multimedia capabilities and charging options. By integrating technology into the design of your conference room, you add convenience and functionality to the space while removing the clutter and hazards that a jumble of cables and cords creates.

Flexibility

The way you work and meet has evolved, and so should the spaces in which you perform these activities. Depending on the type of meetings taking place, you'll want to choose furnishing that allow you, your visitors and employees to get comfortable and collaborate. Modular seating in a meeting space is great for accommodating groups of all sizes and helps prevent fatigue during long meetings.

A Comfortable Space

No matter how you design your conference room, remember that it should be a comfortable space where your team can gather, brainstorm and collaborate.

Contact Us to learn more about space planning, conference room design and modern furniture to make your next meeting a success.

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