The office counters they not only have a vitally important operational function. They are also the most important element of the reception area of an office, the letter of introduction of the company, the visiting card and the first corporate image of the brand. They welcome the visitor and, in their design, there is an intention that effectively marks the impression of the visitor or client. For this reason it is essential to stop especially in this area, whose prominence falls on the counter although, optionally, it can be completed with a holding area. 

There are multiple ways to design this entrance space, depending on the meters or the decorative style of each office. However, we can establish a series of premises to raise the design, as we will see below.

exempt counter

This modality is used, above all, in spaces Minimalist who want to give an image of cleanliness and neatness. The central element, the counter, it is generally a powerful design and made specifically for the area, and can provide a point of color that creates a great visual impact. It is important that the furniture contain and hide all the storage, electrification and electronic devices, because what is truly striking about this scenario is the prominence of its design. Many counters welcome the brand logo on its front, so the piece of furniture becomes a sort of flagship of the company.

rounded corner counter

To make better use of the meters, the rounded corner counters They work very well in large, open spaces, where an operating center for several people is needed or where many visits or requests are received at the same time. Usually it is about Modular furniture, that allow making à la carte compositions to adapt to different needs and sizes. so is the modular system Space, de Limobel Inwo, which integrates a 19 mm chipboard front and sides and 25 mm chipboard tops with PVC edge. The counter supports, through levellers, allow a maximum adjustment up to 15 mm. 

Angled counters

Similar to the previous ones, the angled or straight corner counters They have the advantage that they can be adapted to smaller spaces, or avoid blind spots and difficult corners. In any case, all corner counters They have a larger interior surface to keep material and work devices at bay that, imperatively, have to be hidden in these reception areas. The counters can also be completed with decorative and lighting elements that make them even more attractive, such as backlighting or LED lights that outline the perimeter.

Counters with two heights

In busy reception areas, there are usually two or more workstations performing different functions. In these cases, it is very effective counter with two heights. The highest one keeps the worker more isolated doing registration tasks or telephone calls, while the low one serves to serve the client in a more personalized way. In many receptions with several workstations this is chosen mixed formula bifunctional to ensure direct contact with the client and, at the same time, allow the other worker to isolate himself to carry out other types of work.

El counter Panel Duo (bottom photo) of Limobel Inwo, It is designed to offer different services for the client or visitor. It is made up of a horizontal cover, a front and two lateral sides in bilaminate board. His minimalist aesthetics It allows a perfect integration in all work spaces or facing the public. In addition to the personalized bilaminate in different colors, this front can be optionally replaced by 6 mm methacrylate with an anodized aluminum frame inside.

Counters for small spaces

Not all offices have enough meters to create a specific space for reception. However, there are very ingenious solutions that allow you to have this much-needed area without the need to make a big show of it. that's the system Heos of Limobel Inwo, made up of an operational post to which a front with top to improve communication between user and confidant, while maintaining the privacy of the operating station. The front is made of bilaminate melamine in multiple finishes and is fixed to the structure of the table.

visual set

It is very important that the reception area responds to the values ​​and philosophy of the company and that they reflect efficiency, order, seriousness and, at the same time, closeness and functionality. To convey this message, it is common to find a formula that creates a harmonious and compact visual set, which frames the company logo, always in a prominent position and highly visible. He set logically includes the counter and an upper element, attached to the ceiling, so as to create a kind of welcome capsule. The lighting and the continuity of the materials are also key to creating this solid and well-structured image.

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