This paper explains that
office design, which evolved post WWII and was influenced by the Burolandschaft movement in Germany, has changed drastically with the advent of personal computer systems, creating the need for more desk space
lighting to reduce the glare on computer screens. The author points out that office design theory recommends
color schemes combining blues and creams, which gives the office a calming, airy affect and creates an environment that is appealing to customers and is comfortable and calming to employees. The paper reports the results of an employee
survey revealed that the employees were dissatisfied with their work environment and wanted the office to be renovated because the
appearance of the office was unprofessional, the office furniture was uncomfortable, the color scheme not satisfying and the kitchen area was unacceptable. Tables, graphs. Questionnaire included. Table of Contents Review of Project Purpose Major Findings Recommendation for Implementation Introduction Problem Identification Literature Review Historical Changes in Office Design The Importance of Ergonomics in Office Design The
impact of lighting Impression Management The Impact of Office Design on Productivity Color Schemes and Gender Gender and the Meaning of Color in Interior Environments Livability Factor Organization Factors Symptomatic Factors Data Collection/Analysis Survey on Vartest Office Appearance