When was the last time you remodeled your business? The 1990s? The 2000s? If your workplace is 20 to 30 years old (or older), you may be telling the world that your company is outdated and old fashioned. It pays to keep your business fresh and modern, and one of the best ways to do that is with a well-executed commercial remodel.
Regardless of whether you run an office, warehouse, retail store, or restaurant, the aesthetics and functionality of your space hold significant sway in your success. How exactly can a commercial remodel make the difference? As North Carolina’s premier remodeling team, VPC Builders is here to explain it all.
How a Commercial Remodel Refreshes Your Business
Creating a Strong First Impression
A commercial space is often the first stop for sales and client interactions. While this may look significantly different from business to business, the need to create a positive customer experience is universal. That initial impression sets the tone for all interactions that follow.
A worn-down or dated space can send the wrong message. A custom commercial remodel is your chance to update and improve, reassuring your clientele that your business is trustworthy, capable, and with the times. Take your ideas to a custom builder and see what they can offer for your new visuals and practical enhancements.
Improving Workplace Functionality
Speaking of practicality, the design of a workplace can have a major impact on the productivity of its occupants. If there are noticeable bottlenecks in your operations, there’s a decent chance some of them can be addressed or at least mitigated with a more thoughtful workplace design.
A custom remodel is a surefire way to tailor the look, feel, and layout of a space to the needs of the business. Every situation is unique; an office will have different needs from a restaurant, a bank will have different needs from a boutique, and so on. Whatever the industry, consider how elements like seating, lighting, countertop surfaces, walkways, and windows might impact the workflow of employees.
Prioritizing Employee Morale
Workflow is far more than a matter of process — it’s also a matter of people. The productivity of a workplace is often a direct indicator of employee well-being. If the space fails to facilitate physical comfort and a healthy mindset, there’s a good chance the business itself will suffer.
Research has shown that ergonomic designs and naturally lit spaces tend to correlate with higher levels of productivity and workplace satisfaction. A commercial remodel is your chance to elevate any of these under-utilized elements in your workplace. When you prioritize your workers, you prioritize your profits as well.
Upgrading Energy Efficiency
Well-constructed buildings should last a long time. That’s why many buildings designed in a bygone era are still housing modern businesses today. Yet most of these older structures were not designed with energy efficiency in mind. While taking advantage of older, existing buildings is a great way to conserve our resources and protect our history, doing so in an environmentally and fiscally responsible manner can be a challenge.
Ask your remodeler about green building options, from eco-friendly materials to energy-efficient systems like HVAC, lighting, and plumbing. In addition to reducing the negative impact of your business on the natural environment, these features can also help to save your business money in the long run by mitigating energy expenditure.
Remodel, Refresh, & Reclaim With VPC Builders
Ready to refresh your business and reclaim your image with a professional remodeling effort? North Carolina’s most capable team is prepared for the task. At VPC Builders, we’ve been reworking and redesigning commercial spaces for decades, turning outdated environments into beacons of modernity and positive customer experience.
Get in touch today to tell us about your remodel wishlist. Together, we’ll transform your space into something incredible.
Keep your business fresh. Contact VPC Builders today.