My project is a fast fashion brand workplace designed for female employees in the age group of 20 to 35. This is a fast fashion brand company targeting young women as its customers, so the majority of the employees in the company are also young women. With the continuous development of society, the number of women in the workplace has gradually increased, and their social status and employment choices have received more attention. In an office environment where the gender ratio tends to be more balanced, women’s demand for office space is also increasing. However, office space design for women is still insufficient, which makes the needs of women in the office space environment difficult to meet. Therefore, combining the perspective of women’s workplace needs, this project aims to explore how to fully consider women’s needs in office space design to solve the problems they encounter in the office space environment, so as to improve the integrated environment of the overall office space. Here are some of my specific ideas for the design of this office space — small changes in workplace design that can bring big improvements in gender inclusivity through women-favorable interiors:
-Inclusion of creches and maternity rooms would be the first thing to add to the list.
These enable working mothers with newborns, infants or young children the means to
be cared for while at the workplace, as well provide opportunities for interaction during
the work day.
-Seating, including office chairs and recliners, should be configured to accommodate
pregnant employees.
-Sound spatial designing with anti-skid stairs and tiles would be another help to female
workers, especially where pavements are glossy or slippery- that can be difficult for
walking in heels.
-Another important and often overlooked factor is having well-maintained restrooms that
are quintessential for women, which should be definitely considered in terms of gender
inclusive workplace design.
-Setting up private office spaces, as research indicates that young women place a higher emphasis on personal privacy.
-Using bright colours and modern artistic decorations to reflect the brand’s vitality and fashion sense, creating an attractive work environment that aligns with the aesthetic of young women.
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