What does the future hold for the office? As practical demands on places of business change and evolve, so too do trends of office layout, furnishings and decoration. So where are these trends heading and what direction should your business follow to make sure you remain current in your working environment? If you are planning an office refit or redecoration this Summer, whether in London or beyond, check out our 6 tips for office trends.  [Read more…] about 6 of the Best Office Decorating Trends

Hot on the heels of London Craft Week, we look at how you can get handy by indulging in some office based up-cycling. In these more eco-conscious times, we are all trying to live in a more sustainable way. So the office is no different. Single use items are fast becoming inappropriate. Big brands are coming under fire for failing to tackle issues like packaging and waste. When you are planning an office refit, then, what role does waste play and how can you find ways to re-purpose very basic items? [Read more…] about How to Upcycle Your Office Refit

When we think of a sales focussed workplace it’s easy to imagine busy, hectic environments, but less so the office detail. When most businesses rely to some degree on sales and lead generation, thoughtful detail is important. To be ‘sales focussed’ does not mean that you meed to be the Wolf of Wall Street! You can gently encourage positive working practices that create a successful sales environment by paying attention to specific aspects of your office environment. And not a gong in sight! [Read more…] about Tips to Create a Great Sales Environment in Your Office

With Easter just around the corner, we’re all looking forward to a long weekend when we can scoff chocolate eggs to our heart’s content! Egg hunts are organised up and down the country in parks, schools and back gardens. But how on earth does the Easter Bunny get all this done without anyone seeing them? As far as we’re aware, there is no army of elves and herd of reindeer on hand. So we’ve come to suspect that the Easter Bunny works in much the same way as we do here at HL Decorating! So what lessons can we learn from our bouncy friend? [Read more…] about The Easter Bunny’s Guide to Getting the Job Done

Spring is in the air. On some days anyway! So as we all emerge from our Winter bubbles we inevitably take more notice of our surroundings. With buds and blossoms appearing, daffodils and crocus bringing some colour to the streets, things are looking up. Except it could all do with a bit of a spruce up, don’t you agree? Because a Spring clean is not just an activity for your home. Office buildings and the surrounding areas can do with a helping hand too. [Read more…] about How the Great British Spring Clean is Great for Your Office