DELECON® DESIGN CO. shares field-tested ideas to help you plan offices, retail stores, clinics and hospitality venues that look refined and perform flawlessly. Use these essentials as your checklist before you start.
1) Plan for People, then Furniture
Start with team size, adjacency (who sits near whom), circulation width (≥ 1200 mm for main aisles), and natural-light access. Lock the workflow first, then map furniture modules.
2) Brand the Space Subtly
Use your brand’s geometry, accent color and materials (not just logos) across reception, meeting rooms and breakout walls for a consistent identity that still feels premium.
3) Light in Layers
Combine uniform 3500–4000K ambient light with task lights at workstations and warm 3000K focal lighting for lounges. Avoid glare on screens; keep UGR < 19 where possible.
4) Control Acoustics
Add soft surfaces: acoustic ceiling panels, fabric baffles, felt pinboards and area rugs. Separate phone booths / meeting pods to keep open offices productive.
5) Ergonomics that Win
Desks 720–740 mm height, chairs with lumbar support, monitor center at eye level ~ 100–120 cm, and 900 mm minimum between facing desks. Cable-manage to keep desks clean.
6) Materials that Last
High-traffic zones: laminate/compact laminate, SPC/LVT floors, quartz/solid surfaces, and anti-fingerprint shutters. Choose easy-maintenance matte textures for timeless appeal.
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City-Wise Office Style (India)
Mumbai & Navi Mumbai
Fast-paced teams need agile layouts—benching workstations with focus pods, glass partitions to borrow natural light, and durable SPC flooring for coastal humidity. Warm wood accents and matte black trims create a modern business vibe, while plants and acoustic baffles soften open areas. For client-facing offices, curate a strong reception backdrop in stone/veneer that echoes your brand geometry. Cafeterias double as town-hall spaces with mobile furniture and track lighting for quick reconfiguration.
Delhi NCR (Gurugram • Noida)
Blend corporate chic with hospitality cues—softer lounges, brass highlights and textured walls. Winter glare means careful daylight control; use dual blinds and 4000K task lighting. Larger floorplates benefit from neighborhood zoning: focus bays, collaboration corners and library-quiet zones. Pick hardwearing quartz for pantries, and specify HEPA/UV options to complement mechanical ventilation in dense towers.
Bengaluru
Tech teams thrive in biophilic, collaborative environments. Mix exposed ceilings with acoustic rafts, writable walls, and touchdown tables near windows. Select height-adjustable desks for dev squads and phone booths for calls. Add green pockets and terrace breakouts where possible; use 3500K ambient with dimmable task lights to balance long work hours.
Pune
Clean contemporary lines with light oak, white, and grey palettes suit Pune’s balanced work culture. Invest in future-ready cabling, server alcoves with adequate cooling, and meeting rooms equipped for hybrid calls. Accent walls with ribbed panels or fabric give warmth without heavy maintenance.
Hyderabad
Corporate campuses and premium coworking drive a polished look—stone receptions, metal screens, and plush lounges. Plan for larger boardrooms with integrated AV, beamforming mics and acoustic doors. For cafeterias, easy-clean surfaces and high-capacity seating keep service smooth.
Chennai
Prioritize ventilation and moisture-resistant finishes. Choose compact laminates, powder-coated systems furniture and anti-rust hardware. Use calm colorways and greenery to counter heat; provide showers/lockers if teams commute by cycle or run.
Kolkata
Heritage meets modern—pair classic wainscoting or cane textures with streamlined modular furniture. Optimize natural light in older buildings and add acoustic ceilings where heights allow. Retail streets benefit from warm window lighting and clear circulation to encourage dwell time.
Ahmedabad
Minimal, sun-smart interiors—deep overhangs, UV-stable blinds and light, reflective surfaces for thermal comfort. Use micro-louvers to reduce glare in design/finance studios and specify energy-efficient HVAC for large open offices.
FAQs — Commercial Interior Design
What’s the ideal office lighting color temperature?
Use 3500–4000K for work areas, 3000K for lounges/reception and task lights at desks. Keep glare low (UGR < 19) and avoid direct reflections on screens.
How much space should I plan per employee?
Typical planning ranges 80–120 sq.ft per person including circulation and support spaces, depending on role mix, meeting rooms and amenities.
How do I improve acoustics in open offices?
Combine acoustic ceiling tiles/rafts, fabric wall panels, soft flooring, desk screens, and enclosed phone booths for calls. Place noisy devices away from focus zones.
Can my office reflect our brand without overusing logos?
Yes—translate brand geometry, colors and material language into walls, lighting accents and joinery details for a refined identity.
