A Guide on Office fitouts and Sustainability

 

Commercial property owners are always looking for ways to cut corners to avoid costs but it is important to understand and go through the fitout process properly and learn of the ways you can save money. When undergoing an office fitout Sydney-wide or wherever you may be located, a great way to make long-term savings that will reward you for many years to come is through making sustainable choices. Dentec have completed many different office fitouts Sydney-wide that are not only aesthetically appealing but are saving big bucks in the long run. Here are some of the ways that you can consider saving with sustainable fittings.

 

Lighting

Along with heating and cooling, lighting is also an energy-drainer in an office space. Lighting is known to play a significant part in the commercial building’s electricity bill. If you take this into account, then sustainable light fittings need to be highlighted. One of the best ways to reduce the cost is to invest in energy-saving light bulbs. These bulbs can be a great way to save the cost of electricity for commercial property owners.

It is time for you to replace incandescent bulbs with energy-saving lights like LEDs and fluorescents. These can significantly reduce energy consumption by about 75%.

 

Maximise Natural Light

Apart from replacing old bulbs with LEDs, you can make greater savings on energy by using natural light. You can maximise nature’s gift in different ways like by using fittings such as skylights, bay windows and translucent wall panels. Installing partitions is another way to improve natural light flow in your office, meanwhile allowing your corporate identity to shine.

 

Draught-proofing

When you get to know that on average almost one-fifth of any home’s heating is lost via its windows and now you can imagine the amount lost in offices. Making sure that your doors and windows are drought-proof can help you reduce the heat loss up to 86%, which means you are saving big bucks by reducing the cost of heating. If you are planning to renovate your office fitout while focusing on sustainable design, make sure that the windows and doors present are completely draught-proof and a perfect fit for your space.

 

Select Water-Saving fittings

Particularly in Australia, most people tend to save water for obvious and ethical reasons but how about you save water and cost both at the same time? You can do this by installing appropriate and sustainable plumbing fittings. This is an effective way to reduce the property’s cost while saving water by minimising water wastage. You can also opt for low-flow plumbing fixtures that reduce excessive and unwanted water flow to conserve water.

 

Opt for Concrete Flooring

Flooring with the right material can help you save a lot of money in the long run, make sure to avail this. If you want your flooring to last, opt for a flooring material that is durable and low maintenance, such as polished concrete. 

 

This is a great option that is not only affordable but also runs for a lifetime and this flooring stands out, so make sure you start getting used to the compliments you’ll be receiving! No matter what you choose, ensure that your office is functional and aesthetic at the same time. 

 

These are some of the best methods you can use to reduce the extra cost while retaining the overall essence of the office fitout.