Yes, This may sound ‘wrong’ but really studies has shown that a breakroom do increase workplace productivity.  As we are slowly getting back to office and while some are working from home, the office now has to be even more attractive for staff to leave the comfort of their homes and come back to office.

An office break room plays a huge role in a company’s culture. Make sure your office break room lays the groundwork for the kind of environment you want to cultivate. Breakrooms are supposed to be a place in the office where employees can unwind, relax, eat, hydrate, and more. Employees would be more motivated to take breaks throughout the day if their employer provided a fully-equipped breakroom space.

But how? You may wonder how a breakroom can improve work productivity and creativity?

1. MORALE IN THE WORKPLACE IMPROVES WHEN WORKPLACE APPRECIATION IS HIGH

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As employees feel appreciation for the complimentary breakroom supplies, such as coffee, water, snacks, and more, their positive attitude will translate into better workplace morale. When employees feel appreciated and have higher morale, their productivity will increase as well. By implementing these simple and cost-effective perks, employers can see a huge difference in overall productivity. Especially if everyone in the office knows how to take care of their breakroom

On a separate note – light pink colour are known to be nurturing and calming. It also stands for good health & success. Have you been to a pink theme breakroom?  In case you are wondering – the pink theme design is by MAVI Iconic Design Studio. We totally love their refreshing and new ideas. Check them out! 

2. ENCOURAGE CONNECTIONS & FOSTER COMMUNITY

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Giving your employees a place to have a non-work related conversation can go a long way in improving mood and morale of employees. Most people spend more time with their coworkers than their own family! Reward this dedication by offering a comfortable space for them to grab a cup of coffee, sit down with coworkers and have a casual chat. Work doesn’t need to be all work and no play (we all know how that one turned out…) and having a place for some levity can greatly reduce tensions in the workplace.

3. BREAK DOWN BARRIERS

A coffee break during the day is a perfect opportunity for people of different departments to interact and converse, where they may ordinarily not have the chance to connect. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the day-to-day grind of your job and not have any interactions with other employees unless you have to. This can lead to isolation and a feeling of ‘us vs. them’ that is destructive to business environments. The benefits of interactions among employees from different departments goes beyond just the cup of coffee or snack they share. For instance, you’re much less likely to complain about the IT department when you have friends in the department. Similarly, sharing a space with those in leadership positions can make them seem much more approachable.

4. MENTAL HEALTH BREAKS ARE KEY TO PRODUCTIVITY

A few minutes spent chatting in the break room over a cup of coffee clears the mind and fights burnout. Give your valued employees a comfortable space to get away from their work and take a few minutes to reboot. Breakrooms are supposed to be a place in the office where employees can unwind, relax, eat, hydrate, and more. As working hours have increased, the need to take breaks is more than ever necessary to remain productive. Employees would be more motivated to take breaks throughout the day if their employer provided a fully-equipped breakroom space. See how a breakroom can increase workplace productivity.

5. PROMOTE WELLNESS, IF IMPLOYEE ARE RESTED & COMFORTABLE, THEY WILL BE MORE PRODUCTIVE

Use the break room as a place to promote healthy living and wellness. Healthy employees are happy employees who are more productive, call in sick less frequently, and reduce insurance costs overall. It truly is a win-win for everyone! Provide snacks and drinks, maybe some fitness options, and your employees will thank you.

By providing employees with different and comfortable seating options, they will be able to unwind, relax, and return to work feeling refreshed and ready to accomplish their objectives. Throughout the day, employees are often sitting in the same chair for hours at a time. When they take their lunch break, they will benefit from changing their seating position, with a variety of different furniture options. Loungers, couches, and ergonomic task chairs can be excellent additions to any breakroom.

6. BRAINSTORMING AND COLLABORATING

Providing a space that is comfortable and inviting can lead to more than just socializing. It may be a place where employees gather to brainstorm ideas and collaborate on a project. Make sure your breakroom is equipped with seating that is conducive to socializing and working together. Perhaps employees will brown-bag it and have a working lunch or bounce ideas off those in the break room at a given moment.

7. RELIEVES TENSE VIBE

Conflicts are bound to happen at work and high levels of stress will increase medical and insurance costs, affects absences of your employees and contribute burnouts. To offset this, consider focusing attention on the perks and benefits of working at your workplace. Simple by offering a break room with visually appealing decoration, furniture including a full range of snacks, coffee machines and beverages – it encourages staff to use the area. It’s a place for relaxation and enjoyment – somewhere your employees can look forward to going to – a space for small, energizing breaks to restore the mind and soul – ultimately relieves stress or tension.

Remember, all employees are anxious to do & perform well. Employees under good management will be able to use this space its meant to be used.  A place for relaxation and unwind will give employees can look forward to going to.

Happy And healthy employees take pride in their work.

This is one of the recent breakroom set up in Johor Bahru. We totally love the vibe and they have opted for a automatic barista like coffee machine (bean to cup) to be provided for their employees. It also serve as a guest area. To know more about our Pure water range of coffee machine or beverage options – read more here