And not just in offices. In general, white is the wild card color in the decoration of houses, hotels, shops, hospitals, training centers, etc. Creating a white box is the starting point for 80% of interior designs. Its a color safe and practical where nothing is risked and the result is always to everyone's liking. We can say, without fear of being wrong, that it is an easy color that does not imply any risk. But it is not only the security of a good result that gives the white color pre-eminence. It is a color that power lighting and that visually expands the spaces. In addition, the emotional effect it exerts is unquestionable: transmits tranquility, cleanliness and order. And of course, it is the most easily combinable color. All these added qualities are the keys to success and the widespread use of white over any other color. However, it is rare to find an all-white office. A blank canvas It allows the addition of other shades, generally in furniture and textiles, but also in walls. Let's look at some of his most successful combinations.

White and wood, the perfect combination

In modern office design, the wood it is increasingly valued; and if it comes integrated in white spaces, success is assured. It is probably due, in part, to the reception of the Nordic design that has been so in vogue in recent years and that is undoubtedly effective. The truth is wood + white It is the most used pair in the current design of work centers. Wood has some intrinsic qualities that make it especially suitable for offices. It is a noble material that transmits warmth and closeness, and makes workspaces look more like home. This change also has to do with the trend that all companies are already embraced in pursuit of the use of more eco-sustainable. If the second half of the XNUMXth century was marked by the Synthetic materials and resistant for intensive use in offices, in the new XNUMXst century there is a clear position in this regard: natural materials are preferred, even if this implies more maintenance or higher costs. Another of the advantages of wood is that it can be applied to practically any element: furniture, floor, ceiling, walls, etc The warm touch of wood also creates a positioning and image of the company with values ​​highly appreciated today: ecodesign, sustainability and closeness. 

Office chairs with black upholstery and white structure, by Limobel Inwo

Black and white, contrast always works

The combination black White (or failing that, gray tones) is a contemporary classic, both in offices and in other living spaces. Dark colors always give good results aesthetically, as they enhance the elements where they are present. However, its application must always be dosed, as they opaque and reduce spaces. Hence, it is often used in combination with white to counteract its harshness. The contrast of both colors results in spaces elegant and timeless to which touches of other colors can be added to break the bichromatic scheme.

A touch of color please

As we mentioned above, an entirely white space can be too aseptic. For this reason, we often find color accents in furniture, accessories or textiles and carpets. It is a very effective way to "lift" the decoration of a white and flat space. In these cases, powerful colors are used to give that energetic point to the interior design, as in this image, with a multi-position Force Series Climber de Limobel Inwo, to which a red separator and three turquoise blue field lamps were integrated. It is also possible to mix several colours, whether they are strong tones or pastel tones, with a white background, which offers a setting fun, fresh and youthful. However, excess color is not recommended in work areas, where concentration is necessary, although it is permissible in entrances, social areas and certain meeting and training areas.

biophilic offices

It is increasingly common to find offices with lots of greenery. Here the plants offer that green and natural touch that completely reconverts and improves the appearance of the space. We have already spoken on other occasions about the advantages and benefits of having plants in the office. Not only do they beautify spaces, but they also help to air purifying organically. Creating green points in offices is now more of a necessity than an aesthetic issue. 

Disadvantages of white color in offices

In summary, white is a very versatile, adaptable and combinable color. It is easy, bright and creates a feeling of order and cleanliness... But (there is always a but), it is white, and this means that it is not a color especially suffered, like gray. In addition to getting dirty more easily, it can often be altered with the sunlight and tends to yellow. That is why it is important that the materials chosen in white are of good quality. In Limobel Inwo We work with 25 mm bilaminate melamine and PVC edging and with 0.8 mm thick HPL, high-pressure laminate, antibacterial and highly resistant to impact and sunlight. In addition, they are materials that are easy to maintain and clean. Before purchasing a piece of furniture in white, it is important that you consult the characteristics of the manufacturer.

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