According to ASR A1.2, individual offices are classified as cellular offices. These are “typically arranged along the façade of the building and accessed via a shared corridor.”
In an individual office, each employee works in their own room. This office type is highly popular among many employees. It is particularly well suited to tasks that require a high level of confidentiality or deep concentration.
Advantages of Individual Offices
- Focused, undisturbed and creative work
- High level of confidentiality
- Individual control of temperature and lighting
- Personal design and layout of the space
Disadvantages of Individual Offices
- High space requirements
- Limited flexibility due to fixed walls
- Lack of transparency
According to ASR A1.2, a room must have a minimum floor area of 8 m² to be used as an individual office.
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