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Work from the Office VS Home

We have been following some interesting conversations, surveys, and news regarding employee sentiment about returning to the office vs continuing to work from home. In this piece, we explore some of the arguments and counter-arguments for employees returning to the workplace. There has been a clear shift from a mindset to fit as many people into a given space (minimize costs) to a strong awareness of employee wellbeing (maximize wellness…
Nushke
June 8, 2020
Food for thoughtOffice Layout Solutions

Retrofit The Office

See how you can "Retrofit" existing offices by adding Cocoon screens covered in soil & water-resistant fabric for easy cleaning. To make employees feel more secure/safe when returning to the workplace. Use the Slider to see how you can adapt an existing layout/set-up using Cocoon Screens Going forward, companies should reduce the risk of virus transmissions in the workplace. It is recommended to retrofit the office, based on governmental and…
Nushke
May 7, 2020
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Hygiene tips for Offices

We’re living through a time that’s unprecedented and uncharted, at Entrawood we wanted to take the opportunity to offer support and a few helpful tips on how to keep your workplace as safe and hygienic as possible. The current situation in South Africa (at the time of writing this article) schools and public gatherings have been stopped for the time being. However businesses are not closing, they have instead been…
Nushke
March 17, 2020
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Meet Janie, our new sales consultant

Janie Moodie has recently joined our team. She brings over 12 years of experience in the office furniture industry a long with a strong grasp on chair ergonomics. This lady is outgoing, very knowledgeable and we are thrilled to have her in our corner. She answered a few questions to give us more insight into her likes, dislikes, and passions. How did you start your career in the Office furniture…
Nushke
February 25, 2020
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SHARED office spaces

6 Factors that increase the use of shared spaces Shared office spaces that look great and add a fun or comfortable dynamic to the office. However they are often not used frequently or as intended. Here are 6 key factors to take into consideration when you design an office space that offers employees choice. Tools For The Task People prefer to work in spaces that make it easy. Consider the…
Nushke
February 11, 2020
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Office worker’s daily commute

The conundrum facing many companies right now is how to make the their employee's daily commute to and from work easier or less stressful? It is a problem because: "Rapid economic growth — lots of jobs being added in major cities, but a lack of affordable housing — tends to push people further from the city center. While some jobs and tasks lend themselves to remote work, it’s not always…
Nushke
November 12, 2019
Food for thoughtOffice Furniture

ENTRAWOOD SUPPORTING WELLBEING IN THE WORKPLACE

The health of any organization is dependent on the wellbeing of its employees. Internationally we have seen a growing awareness of "wellbeing" at work and companies creating work environments to better support the health of their employees. Wellbeing in the workplace takes into consideration many factors from lighting and noise levels, to ergonomics and flow, to the availability of good coffee, or access to an outdoor space or balcony. Wellbeing…
Nushke
October 28, 2019
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BHC students collaborate with Entrawood 2019

For the 5th year, Entrawood has collaborated with the 2nd year Interior Design students from BHC School of Design . The students were briefed to design an office space using Entrawoods furniture range while considering the employee's needs for privacy, comfort, collaboration spaces, and relaxation areas. The students had a choice between 3 fictitios companies that they had to create an identity and office space for: Traverse - a travel…
Nushke
October 4, 2019
Food for thoughtManufacturingOffice Furniture

Decorex Cape Town 2019 – 100% Extraordinary

Entrawood Shell Executive range featured in the 100% Extraordinary pavilion that took place at Decorex SA Cape Town at the CTICC from 1-5 May 2019. Themed ‘The Botanical Office’, this year’s concept was inspired by Cape Town’s breathtaking natural landscape. It showcased and local designer products and pieces curated by 100% Design South Africa creative director, Cathy O Clery. O’Clery explains: “I feel people have a huge desire to connect…
Nushke
May 2, 2019
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