Why personality in your office space matters

Let’s face it – most office spaces aren’t exactly bursting with character. White walls. Grey carpet. A pot plant clinging on for dear life.

But your workspace is more than a place to park laptops. It’s an extension of your brand, your team, and your culture. And if your walls are bland, chances are your space is missing a trick.

More businesses are waking up to the idea that bringing personality into the office is about more than just aesthetics. It’s about creating a place where people feel energised, inspired, and proud to work. And that’s where art comes in.

Workspaces aren't just functional – they're emotional

An office with personality does more than just tick a design box. It builds emotional connection.
When your space reflects who you are as a business, it:

• Reinforces your values visually
• Makes your team feel more connected and valued
• Gives visitors a better sense of who they’re dealing with
• Encourages creativity and wellbeing

And yes – it makes things look a damn sight better than a framed stock photo of a mountain.
 
The stat that says it all

There’s no shortage of research into workplace wellbeing and productivity. But this one speaks volumes:

Employees in spaces enriched with art and design elements are 17% more productive than those in lean, undecorated environments*

It’s not just about giving people something nice to look at. It’s about how space influences mindset, motivation and output.
 
People are coming back – so make it worth the trip

There was a time not long ago when “the office” felt like a relic. But the tide’s turning. Businesses are seeing more people return to the workplace. Whether that’s full-time, a few days a week or for key team days.

And that return makes one thing very clear: if you’re asking people to come in, the space needs to work for them.

It needs to feel welcoming, energising, and purposeful. Not just a room full of desks and old IT kit.

This is your chance to make your office a place people actually want to be. Not because they have to, but because it reflects who they are and what they’re part of.

And that starts with the environment.

People don’t just want a desk – they want a sense of belonging

Whether you’ve got a team of ten or a hundred, people want to feel like they’re part of something. A well-designed workspace plays a big part in that.

When your walls, colours, and layout reflect your brand’s energy and values, the result is a space that people feel proud of – and that has a knock-on effect across morale, retention, and culture.

It’s not fluffy. It’s smart.

And visitors notice too

We’ve all walked into a workspace and thought, “This feels right.” Chances are, it wasn’t just the furniture. It’s the way the space tells a story

Clients, partners, suppliers, everyone picks up on your environment. They immediately know whether it feels warm, bold, creative, safe, clinical, playful or, well, just dull.

Bringing in art that connects with your brand is a great way to make sure your first impression sticks. And it says the right thing.
 
A quick example: Hallidays HR

When Hallidays HR moved into their new space, they didn’t want generic prints or token branding. They wanted something that reflected their tone, values and energy – without being overdone.

We created a bespoke three-canvas piece that now sits proudly in their office. It’s subtle, expressive, and completely tailored to them.

You can read the full story here:
👉 Read the Hallidays HR case study
 
Art as a branding tool (not an afterthought)

Too often, artwork gets left until the end of a project – a last-minute dash to fill some blank walls. But when it’s brought in earlier, it becomes part of the design, not just the décor.

That might mean:

• A feature wall that ties in with your brand identity
• A custom piece in your meeting room or reception
• A series of canvases that reflect different areas of your business
• Or even art created by your team through a workshop

The key is that it’s bespoke and aligned. Not plucked from a catalogue.
 
And it doesn’t need to be complicated

You don’t need a 12-week design brief or a giant wall to make it work. Often, it’s the smaller, thoughtful touches that create the biggest shift in how a space feels.

We’ve worked with everything from single-wall offices to sprawling co-working spaces – and the results are always the same: people respond to spaces that have a bit of soul.
 
Final thoughts

If your space isn’t saying what you want it to say – maybe it’s time to have a rethink.
You don’t need to knock down walls or buy beanbags. You just need something that adds meaning, movement and identity. Something that feels like you.
That’s what we do. Whether it’s a single piece, a multi-canvas installation, or a team workshop that gets everyone involved, we create bespoke artwork that tells your story – and transforms your space in the process.

→ Source: Dr. Craig Knight, University of Exeter
(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/09/140916204708.htm)