In today's fast-paced corporate landscape, it's easy to overlook the importance of employee wellbeing. However, research suggests that prioritising the comfort and health of employees can significantly enhance overall productivity and satisfaction levels within the workplace. One underestimated yet simple solution to employee wellbeing is the selection of quality office furniture. The right office furniture can play a pivotal role in employee health and productivity. Here's how:

Ergonomic Excellence

Investing in ergonomic office furniture is one of the most impactful ways to enhance employee wellbeing. Ergonomic chairs, desks, and accessories are specifically designed to support the natural posture of the body, reducing strain on muscles and joints. By providing employees with ergonomic seating options, you can mitigate the risk of common workplace injuries such as back pain and neck strain. This not only promotes physical wellbeing but also boosts morale by demonstrating a commitment to employee health and safety.



With this in mind, we offer a wide range of ergonomic office furniture to suit your employee needs. Regardless of how you decide to integrate ergonomic furnishings into your workspace, our team of proficient designers at Glenside are ready to revamp your environment, fostering both physical wellbeing and employee morale.

Comfort and Convenience

Comfortable employees are happy employees, and office furniture plays a crucial role in creating a comfortable work environment. Chairs with adjustable lumbar support, padded armrests, and breathable mesh can significantly improve comfort during long hours sitting at a desk. Additionally, height-adjustable desks allow employees to switch between sitting and standing positions, promoting movement and reducing the negative health effects associated with prolonged sitting. Providing further amenities such as monitor arms, footrests, and keyboard trays are other smaller changes that can enhance comfort and productivity.



Think also about incorporating furniture designed to control noise level, such as breakout seating. Open-plan offices can often be host to excess noise which in turn can lead to stress and decreased concentration. Implementing noise-absorbing furniture or acoustic panelling can help alleviate this issue and leave employees feeling calmer and more productive as a result.

Promoting Movement and Collaboration

Static work environments can lead to stiffness, decreased circulation, and diminished energy levels. By incorporating flexible and collaborative furniture solutions such as modular workstations, movable partitions, and communal seating areas, you can encourage movement and interaction among employees. Breakout spaces equipped with comfortable seating and ergonomic furniture provide employees with alternative work areas where they can recharge and brainstorm away from their desks. These dynamic work settings not only support physical health but also foster a sense of community and engagement among team members.

If this is a method you wish to adopt in your workspace, but you don’t have a lot of space to work with, Glenside is on hand to help you make the most of your space in the best way possible.

These are just some of the ways in which Glenside can help to improve the furniture choices you make for your office space. By prioritising the health and happiness of employees through thoughtful furniture choices, you can create work environments that inspire creativity, collaboration, and productivity. After all, a happy and healthy workforce is the foundation of a successful and thriving organisation.



We have a diverse range of office furniture and solutions on display in our Reading showroom, get in touch today to book a visit and let’s discuss how we can help keep your employees comfortable and motivated.