By Sally Pritchett
CEO
Discover how to create a working environment that promotes employee health and wellbeing.
Working environments matter. They shape how we work and the way we feel. If organisations want to attract and retain talent, then a thoughtfully designed workspace can help improve the employee experience.
By designing an office space with wellbeing in mind, you can lay the foundation for a thriving, engaged and fulfilled workforce. Natural plants and lighting are shown to reduce stress levels, and different types of spaces can help foster creativity and collaboration.
People-first workspaces demonstrate a company’s commitment to the health and wellbeing of their employees. But how can you elevate a functional workspace into something much more?
Case study: Enhancing employee wellbeing for DHL Express in Stockholm
Committed to enhancing employee mental and physical wellbeing, DHL Express wanted to revitalise its Stockholm HQ. This office makeover was about more than just aesthetics; it was about inspiring a healthy, fulfilling life for every employee.
We were tasked with making wellbeing an integral part of the workspace. They wanted a welcoming, human-centric work environment that had wellness woven into the very fabric of the building.
Creating a hub for employee wellbeing
So, how did we go about turning a workplace into a wellbeing hub?
1. Design for wellbeing
We crafted designs for 25 spaces, integrating calming elements like wellbeing messaging, wall designs, foliage, artwork and natural wood furnishings.
2. Nature’s boost
We ensured that natural light and greenery flooded the spaces, positively impacting physical and mental wellbeing by bringing the outside in.
3. Motivational messaging
We included motivational messages that were meaningful, respectful and significant, relating to DHL’s brand heritage or to health and wellbeing.
5. Cultural fusion
We brought the local culture alive through room themes and art, fostering unity and a strong sense of belonging among employees.
The Sweden HQ was transformed into a welcoming workspace that everyone could thrive in. By prioritising wellbeing, DHL Express recognised that they could help employees feel happier, healthier, and more motivated than ever before.
Let’s talk about turning your workspace into a hub for wellbeing.