Whether it’s for functionality or aesthetics, active commercial property owners are constantly keeping up with commercial design trends so that they can make their workspace better suited for their organization's needs.
We’re more than halfway through 2019, and the commercial design trends for this year have started to take shape. To point out some of these commonly followed commercial design trends, Cochran & Mann has compiled the following mid-year report:
Durability
Designing a commercial space can be a time-consuming task, so commercial property owners will want to make sure they’re doing so in a way that will create longevity for their building and prevent them from having to go through the design process again any time soon. With this goal in mind, commercial property managers are emphasizing durability in their building designs this year. Ways to improve the durability of your commercial design include:
Psychology
Most commercial property owners design their buildings with particular demographics in mind. However, a growing trend in modern commercial design is taking into consideration psychographics as opposed to demographics in order to better align with the values, attitudes, interests, and lifestyles of the building’s users. Using color psychology and certain types of imagery can give your building much better vibes and a more inviting atmosphere. Ways to incorporate psychology into your commercial design include:
“Color is an equalizing lens through which we experience our natural and digital realities and this is particularly true for Living Coral,” Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute told Forbes.
In the same vein as “Living Coral,” vibrant colors such as pink and lime-green have proven to be popular paint color choices for commercial design so far in 2019 according to Shutterstock’s most recent color trends report.
Community
Creating a sense of community within their commercial property is a common goal many commercial building owners have in 2019. Fostering an atmosphere where people can feel comfortable and encouraging them to collaborate with others within the building through commercial design is a growing trend that shows no signs of slowing down. Some ways that Cochran & Mann can help you create a sense of community with your commercial design include:
Brand Identity
A concept that is becoming more prevalent in commercial design is adding design elements that further represent your brand identity. Businesses that occupy commercial buildings can benefit greatly by taking advantage of the easy opportunities they have to share their brand experience within their building’s design. The way your commercial property is decorated and laid out can say a lot about your business and brand. That’s why more and more commercial property owners are factoring in brand identity when it comes to commercial design projects. Consider the following Cochran & Mann services when incorporating more brand identity into your commercial design.
As we move through the rest of the year, other commercial design trends are sure to arise and the aforementioned trends will likely continue. To keep up with the latest commercial design trends and commercial painting tips, subscribe to our blog at the link below.