A feel-good atmosphere and design in the laboratory – there's a lot to consider

The desire for a more comfortable atmosphere in the laboratory

Until now, laboratories have often had a cool and not particularly inviting ambience in terms of design. However, this does not necessarily have to be the case, as there are also ways to create more "homely" solutions for employees.

This is why many companies want to specifically integrate such "feel-good islands" into the laboratory space when renovating or building new laboratories. After all, they are not only visually eye-catching, a pleasant and warm atmosphere also increases employee satisfaction and motivation.

But in the laboratory context, the right implementation is particularly important. And it's not just about technical laboratory features. Occupational health and safety and fire protection also involve a large number of legal requirements that must also be observed in the laboratory and at the workplace.

It is important to incorporate a great deal of knowledge into laboratory planning so that appealing design elements can ultimately find their way into the modern laboratory.

Infraserv always keeps an eye on regulations such as occupational safety and fire protection

Many external architectural firms lack the knowledge of such specifics that our Infraserv architects have acquired in many laboratory projects. As laboratory planning experts, we provide support in joint projects to fully exploit the design possibilities for a laboratory while still taking all relevant requirements into account.

For example, not every floor covering in a laboratory may be suitable for the writing area for hygiene reasons. Because even if this is separated from the laboratory bench with partitions, unwanted foreign particles can still be carried over. The issues of fire protection and occupational safety must also be assessed in every laboratory area. After all, the height and illuminance of the designer luminaire at the desk must comply with health and safety regulations. If it dazzles or is too dark, it must be adjusted or even replaced. But even with the legal requirements in mind and a critical eye on room planning and furnishings, we always remain open to new ideas.

And so, together with our customers and partners, we create new and surprising concepts for modern and pleasant working in the laboratory.

The diverse world of lab design and our stories

Get to know the possibilities of laboratory design at Infraserv. Not just in general and theoretical terms, but with concrete examples from our day-to-day design work. That's what we offer you with our weekly story series - look forward to 16 insights that could be relevant to you.

1. Involve employees

Would you like to involve your employees in the design process? Infraserv offers lab design workshops to involve employees.

2. Combining laboratory and esthetics

Can I combine lab and aesthetics? Modern working methods mean new demands on laboratories.

3. Working efficiently in the lab

Do you want to optimize circulation in your new lab? We can help you reorganize your lab structure.

4. Guard rails for laboratory architecture

Laboratory expertise and implementation experience - Infraserv architects support clients with laboratory rules of the game.

5. Change to the flexible shared lab

How can I convince my employees to use the new lab? Infraserv offers change managers.

6. Workshop on knowledge transfer

How can I benefit from my employees' knowledge? Infraserv offers a workshop to map the company's own processes.

7. Energy efficiency through optimized laboratory layout

Want to increase energy efficiency in your lab? Infraserv creates different climate zones and minimizes energy consumption.

8. A feel-good atmosphere in the laboratory

Do you want to make your lab attractive? Infraserv implements customer requirements while keeping an eye on regulations and guidelines.

9. Discover design possibilities

Are you looking for specific ideas for your own laboratory designing? We offer you a laboratory tour at Industriepark Höchst.

10. Getting a picture on site

How do lab planners get the information they need? Infraserv will visit you in the inventory lab and get a first-hand impression.

11. There are no furniture stores for laboratories

Infraserv showcases a variety of laboratory equipment at Industriepark Höchst.

12. Compensate for missing process knowledge

Infraserv supports new lab processes with experience from its own lab operations.

13. A laboratory does not only consist of laboratory workstations

You want to know how to optimally integrate workstations into the laboratory? We offer advice on various workstation concepts.

14. The optimum laboratory layout

Infraserv helps you optimally integrate support rooms into your lab planning to minimize walking distances and maximize efficience.

15. Emission and immission control in the laboratory

Well thought-out laboratory planning can minimize noise, vibrations and equipment waste heat from the outset, enabling efficient and error-free work in the laboratory.

16. Interdisciplinary laboratory designing

Would you like to know how a smooth laboratory infrastructure can be guaranteed? We offer comprehensive advice for integrated laboratory designing.