Motivational Wallpaper
Nora Taulman
Emotions are part of everyday life, including the workplace, and the right wallpaper can make all the difference to one's emotional comfort. Colours, materials, structures, effects all bring zest, a good mood and creativity to working life - regardless whether it takes place in a large open-plan office, an individual workspace, a co-working space or a home office.
Choosing the most suitable type of wallpaper depends on the size of the office and individual conditions. Whilst pattern designs are perhaps less suitable for individual offices, open plan areas and co-working spaces provide more flexible design potential.
If colleagues have a say in choosing the wallpaper, an individual personal touch is often the result. For instance, memories and souvenirs create a strong sense of identity. A Scandinavian wallpaper pattern - minimalist and neutral in colour - can remind us of an unforgettable holiday in Sweden. Passionate yachtsmen will appreciate maritime patterns in white and blue. Wallpapered walls which tell stories make any office worker's stressful job more enjoyable and increase their motivation.
When it comes to the interior design of in open-plan offices, one of the most difficult challenges is the level of noise. Partition walls decorated with attractive design wallpaper can be a very useful method to decrease the din. They are both sound-absorbing and decorative. In addition, they divide open-plan offices into different zones which can provide a peaceful environment for individuals to help with concentration, or create private customer service and meeting areas.
Individuality is not as easily achieved in open-plan offices as it is in private office spaces, but there are certain options. Wallpaper can separate different departments within open-plan offices (e.g. visually and according to specialisation). For example: a funky number-themed wallpaper might suit the accounts department, whereas in sales environments, an opulent modern flock model might be a better choice, and the marketing department might be inspired by an unusual vintage wallpaper.
For young start-ups and small businesses, co-working spaces are cost-optimised solutions with high creative potential. There is a sense of working together, but all users of the common space are working for themselves. In contrast to open-plan offices, the wall design stretches across the entire office area as it is usually not separated by room dividers. The wall décor should be pleasant to both the people working in the space and to guests/clients. To keep it as neutral as possible and to avoid forcing a particularly specific design concept on anyone, the modern loft style is a good choice for the walls. Concrete imitation wallpaper models are a particularly suitable option, but red brick or wood imitations are great alternatives, too.
For relaxation areas with the obligatory table football and coffee bar, the lounge style might be more appropriate. Comfort and cosiness are the decisive factors here, which is why Vintage and Shabby Chic are preferred wallpaper themes for these areas. In newly built co-working spaces, architects often use their creative potential in the wash rooms, choosing unusual wallpaper designs in explosive colours. There are no limits to the imagination, and just about anything goes.
When it comes to muted room acoustics and fire protection features in office spaces, wallpaper provides obvious advantages to simply painting the walls. In terms of sustainability and healthy room climate, both options provide good solutions.
In contrast to wall paint, various wallpaper materials like non-woven types, textile and natural fibres, and even vinyl, offer a sound-absorbing effect plus, as a welcome extra, a certain degree of thermal insulation. Depending on the characteristics of the wallpaper (structure, texture) and its thickness, these effects can vary. Traffic or construction noise as well as the din from adjacent offices is partially absorbed and reduced. The level of stress that noise can cause has been proven to potentially cause health issues, but it can be kept in check with the right wallpaper type. Concentration and creativity are enhanced. Staff will feel happier because silence and tranquillity fill us with strength and energy. And the results of the additional heat insulation aren't just a general sense of well-being, but lower heating costs, too.
Environmentally friendly office design and a healthy room climate can be achieved with both wall paint and wallpaper, as long as they have the necessary characteristics, certifications or testing standards. "Green" (i.e. eco-friendly) colours without preservatives are the first choice for office premises (unless there are specific fire prevention regulations in place).
In terms of environmentally sound wallpaper, materials like recycled paper, cellulose, natural textile or plant fibres, and recyclable synthetic materials offer the best characteristics. Certifications, environmental quality labels and testing standards provide information with regards to production processes, absence of pollutants, and re-usability. We have put together a comprehensive overview regarding the most important labels indicating the absence of pollutants and the environmental safety of wallpaper.
Office premises in public or commercial buildings often have to adhere to specific fire protection regulations, which also include those for wall paint or wallpaper. However, there are distinctive differences between these two possible options. Regular wall paints do not meet the requirements of fire regulations. Special fire-resistant paints in specific mixtures and on the appropriate underground are the only option. This limits the choice of paints.
Wallpaper models that correspond to the required European DIN fire protection standard EN 13501 or the German DIN 4102-B1have to be labelled as "low flammability" in the manufacturer's certificate. There is a huge choice of attractive design wallpaper with the label "low flammability" on the market. These are often robust non-woven types which provide a plethora of design options for office spaces. Upon request, we are more than happy to send you the relevant certificates for the wallpaper models available in our Shop.
Representative character, focus on general office work, client contact, size and layout of the room - these are all determining factors for choosing the appropriate wallpaper in terms of colour, material and pattern design.
For instance, a jewellery manufacturer might want to emphasise their expertise in luxury products by choosing a sparkling glass bead wallpaper. Tropical, exotic wallpaper patterns are a great match for travel agents. In addition to the counter, reception areas often provide a waiting area with chairs for visitors. Here, the wall décor should be simple and of high quality. Single-colour textile wallpaper models in subtle colours are a great option.
Computer workstations have to serve a large number of different purposes: data acquisition or entry, accounts, creative design, project or product development, to name but a few. The choice of wallpaper should match the specific vocational activity. The work environment benefits from balancing contrasts which shouldn't overwhelm the eye or the mind. The walls that are seen in the periphery or directly should be decorated with tranquillity and motivation in mind, so any motifs that are too conspicuous or eye-catching are unsuitable. One-dimensional graphical patterns, stripes or minimalist floral designs are all good choices.
The customer is king (or queen!), and the area provided for advising them should reflect this motto. Choosing an elegant wall décor doesn't just increase a customer's sense of well-being, it also fosters a target-oriented sales or negotiation process. In practice, colours like warming red and orange, brown, gold, black, and grey have all proven to be of advantage. In terms of wallpaper design, it goes without saying that a connection to the business focus is the most obvious idea. For instance, architects might emphasise their professional nous with geometric patterns, whilst a wedding planner may set the scene with a sensual-romantic floral design. But be warned: Don't overdo the luxury element. It could create a false impression of your pricing structure.
Employees need a calm place to relax, and the right pattern design can help body and mind to reach a state of tranquillity and quiet contemplation. Good examples are motifs of far-flung, perhaps mystical places. Wallpaper patterns inspired by Japan, China or India automatically make us "press Pause". Behind sinks or coffee machine, scrubbable wallpaper models are best as they can be cleaned thoroughly with a damp cloth or sponge. In smoking areas, wallpaper types with low flammability are required.
Modern wallpaper designs aren't tied down by specific materials, patterns or characteristics. They represent what is en vogueright now in the world of art, fashion, architecture, interior design, and lifestyle. Colours are also inspired by trends or present experimental options. Modern wallpaper models always provide a pleasingly individual component. In offices and meeting or conference rooms, they inspire innovative and future-oriented points of view, unconventional mindsets, the courage to think big and develop new and imaginative solutions.
Vintage designs awaken memories and can provide a glimpse into the history of a company. Creative business processes are based on past experiences as well as a view to the future. Familiarity is the foundation of innovation. Vintage wallpaper inspires the imagination and recharges lost energy. Be it 60s Flower Power or the Space Age designs of the 70s: Find inspiration in the visionary pioneering spirit of each era.
Less is more. This motto is perfectly suited to minimalist designs. They are characterised by individual elements of the same kind or corresponding pattern elements, mostly following a clear symmetry. The often muted matching colours are graded or feature light/dark contrasts. Frequently, attractive structures and materials are quite sufficient. These beautifully understated wallpaper designs are the perfect option for contemporary and stylish offices.
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