Top Office Relaxation Room Ideas, Uses & Design from Zenbooth

Office relaxation rooms are the talk of companies in every industry. What started as only a few standout brands trying something trendy has grown into a movement with tons of data and research supporting it. 

Having a fun and relaxing office space for employees is incredibly valuable because it helps them decompress. It reduces stress levels, improves mood, lowers sick days, and helps employees bond and socialize.

Relaxation room ideas come in all shapes, sizes, and styles. If you need some help with choosing what kind of design you should implement in your office, you've come to the right place.

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How to Create the Ideal Office Relaxation Room

Relaxation rooms can look very different depending on multiple factors. Once you have some of the details figured out, you can begin planning their correct design. Some of these factors include your:

  • Office Layout (Open or Divided)
  • Industry
  • Budget
  • Staff Demographics (Age)
  • Priorities (Fun vs Zen)

Your relaxation room should look different from your office. No matter what sort of vibe or theme you end up going for, this area is meant to take your employee's minds off the stress of the workday. 

Having it be outfitted with the exact same atmosphere and furniture that they'll find at their desks won't help them mentally recharge.

Simple changes like having walls with new paint and more comfortable and cushiony seating can make a world of difference. More significant design ideas are to come, but for now, here are some smaller additions that can make your relaxation room live up to its name:

  • Hammocks
  • Coffee Machine
  • Pillows
  • Bean Bag Chairs
  • Soft Lighting (Candles, LED)
  • Real Plants

Little details like these will return the most value for your investment. 

Staff Can Use These Recharge Rooms or Get in a Workout

Working out in the middle of the day might seem like an odd concept, but it can actually raise the productivity level of your team. Of course, not all businesses can afford multiple treadmills and ellipticals, but thankfully skipping ropes and yoga mats can be just as beneficial.

It's common for workers to begin feeling overwhelmed and groggy at the office.

Having a strong dose of physical activity will help them feel more awake and alert, so they're capable of powering through the entire week at a high level.

A Place for Chatting and Brainstorming with Colleagues

A soundproofed relaxation room can make for the perfect distraction-free environment. 

With phones ringing, people talking, and fingers typing non-stop in the office, it's difficult for workers to brainstorm as efficiently and creatively as they want to.

There's plenty to say about open office layouts, but for people working in these environments, privacy can sometimes be a bit too hard to come by. 

A quiet room allows you to achieve an agile work environment, giving folks somewhere to talk and collaborate in private. After all, not all conversations are meant to be had in the middle of the office.

Taking Meditation Breaks

Meditation is becoming more and more popular in the world of business as people begin to understand its tangible benefits. Meditation promotes some of the most important qualities it takes to be a productive worker, including:

  • Stress Management
  • Decision Making
  • Increased Mood
  • Patience
  • Focus and Concentration

Just 10-20 minutes of meditation a day can change the way employees and employers alike approach their work. Regular meditation has been associated with helping people tackle tasks efficiently while remaining calm, zen, and hard working throughout the day. 

What better way to promote meditation among your employees than to have a designated relaxation room with yoga mats, pillows, and plants? 

By encouraging workers to take a moment to recenter themselves during the day, you're showing that you care about their mental health. You may be surprised at just how valuable that is when it comes to staff retention.

Have Fun & Play Some Games

A great way to help your employees unwind and destress throughout the workweek is to have games and entertainment devices put into your relaxation room. The games and entertainment you choose may vary on your budget, your staff, and the size space you have available, but here are some of the most popular selections:

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  • Arcade Games
  • Pool Tables
  • Indoor Basketball Hoops 
  • Video Games

Whether or not you include games may also depend on the kind of relaxation you think will best empower your staff (an office poll might help you find out!). 

Some employers opt for a more quiet, zen, and private space, while others make it a hub of fun activities that help their staff bond and socialize with each other. 

Both options can be hugely beneficial to your work environment; it's just about determining which makes more sense for you and your team.

What Better Way to Relax Than Napping?

Worried that your employees may fall asleep in the aforementioned hammocks, pillows, and comfy couches? There's no need for concern, as research shows that a short nap during the workday can actually have very positive effects on an employee's overall performance.

Though longer naps can cause lethargy, shorter naps ranging anywhere from 10 to 60 minutes can improve alertness and increase productivity. The health benefits of napping are also significant, as napping has been shown to:

  • Improve Mood
  • Reduce Coronary Disease
  • Reduce Fatigue
  • Reduce Cortisol 

Given the physical and mental toll of chronic stress, allowing your employees to nap during the day can reduce sicks days, improve performance, and make for a more positive work environment.

The Value of Office Relaxation Rooms Is Clear

The physical and mental effects of chronic stress can be incredibly damaging to both your employees and your company. High levels of stress can result in several medical issues, including joint pain, heart disease, headaches, anxiety, and depression.

Areas where people can chill out help your team manage their anxiety throughout the workweek. Taking time to do yoga, meditate, chat with co-workers, or to play a quick game of ping pong can have a meaningful impact on a worker's health, happiness, and productivity.

Having a relaxation room installed in your office might seem like a daunting undertaking. Maybe you live in an office building that doesn't allow the construction of new rooms. Maybe you feel as though a relaxation room just won't fit into your budget. Zenbooth's Duo and Quad units can make the process as easy, affordable, and accessible as possible. 

With Zenbooth, you'll avoid having to worry about distracting construction, astronomical costs, or having to wait on the approval of building owners. Zenbooth's modular offices can be quickly assembled in just one afternoon. 

 You can choose between either a maple or white exterior, as both blend into the vast majority of office aesthetics.

The Zenbooth Duo is perfect for employers who want to install a quiet, soundproof room for workers to chat, brainstorm, or relax in. With its dimmable lights, ventilation system, and thick walls, it makes for the perfect escape from the office. The duo suits two workers comfortably, with enough electrical outlets to accommodate their devices.

The Zenbooth Quad is similarly built, though it fits 4-6 people. The Quad's 3.5 inch thick walls and twin high-powered ventilation system ensures that your workers will have the space they need to meditate, play games, or work on group projects in a peaceful environment. In Zenbooth units, private conversations stay private, and office distractions stay outside the booth.

Thinking a Zenbooth might suit you, your employees, and your office layout? Zenbooth products come with free shipping and a free 30-day return period for your convenience. Free assembly and installation are also included with the Zenbooth Quad. Contact us today for more details. 

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