Offices Are Peacocking

Imagine if your office had a relaxing sofa, gaming section, central circulation space with overlapping functions for meetings, office phone booths, and a quick nap room! Think plush sofas instead of cubicles, gourmet coffee stations replacing vending machines, sleek video game consoles alongside meeting rooms, green spaces with indoor plants, nap rooms, well-stocked pantries, relaxed dress code, or pet-friendly working space. When I’m surrounded by aesthetically pleasing elements and comfortable amenities, it positively impacts my mood and helps me feel at ease, ultimately enhancing my overall comfort level in the office.” Motivational Trend With many employees now enjoying the flexibility of remote work post-pandemic, companies are upgrading, hoping that a swanky, well-equipped office will provide a social, productive, and collaborative environment that can't be replicated at home. • Plush sofas instead of cubicles, gourmet coffee stations, sleek video game consoles alongside meeting rooms, noise cancelling booths, green spaces with indoor plants, nap rooms, well-stocked pantries, relaxed dress codes, and pet-friendly working spaces are some of the office peacocking trends. Regardless of the size of the expenditure, the return on investment is evident in employee satisfaction, increased productivity, and talent retention.” — Chetna Israni, Co-founder, Morning Star Brandcom The office is equipped with comfortable seating options, including fancy chairs, bean bags, and sofas.” — Aravind G, HR professional, Chennai