The Importance of Natural Lights for Workspace
According to the American Society of Interior Designers, 68 percent of employees were dissatisfied with the lighting situation in their offices. Light creates the ambiance and feel of a room, which is important to more than just moody restaurants. Proper lighting and a comfortable ambiance at your workplace can brighten your day, both literally and figuratively, and increase productivity.
Natural Light Increases Productivity
Natural light brings many advantages. Exposure to natural light during the day results in experiencing better sleep at night. Natural light can also help prevent eyestrain and increase your ability to concentrate on the task at hand. It connects your workspace to the outdoors and can help reduce stress. Lastly, proper light control can even reduce energy costs as you use the natural light for heat or block it out keep the heat out.
Harsh light is harmful too. It can damage eyes, cause lack of focus, and even trigger headaches. Working in dim or artificial lighting conditions can be exhausting or cause mental and physical strain. Proper lighting in the office is considered one of the most important factors in ergonomics, so use natural light as much as you can.
If the ultimate goal of the company is to have happy, productive, balanced employees, let the light in
