In a post-pandemic world where remote and hybrid work have become commonplace, companies are reimagining the office to be more inviting, comfortable, and purposeful. One of the most overlooked yet powerful spaces in the workplace is the breakroom and its ability to boost worker morale and productivity.

Create a Space to Recharge

Recent studies have shown that over 66% of US employees suffer from some type of workplace burnout, mostly linked to stress.

No one is meant to grind away at their desk every moment of the workday. Retreating to a separate location, whether to socialize or get some privacy, can do wonders for an employee’s mental well-being.

A breakroom with comfortable seating, natural lighting, and a variety of spaces (quiet nooks, café-style tables, lounge areas) gives stressed out workers a space to unwind and helps alleviate some pressure of the day.

This has the added bonus of refocusing an employee’s mind for when they return to work.

Foster Workplace Socialization

Workers that create genuine connections with their peers tend to be happier and more efficient. After all, we’re social creatures that thrive in collaborative environments.

And where do most coworkers go to chit-chat? Bingo: The breakroom.

Creating a space that promotes conversation can help workers build meaningful relationships with their peers during their breaks.

This serves double duty by boosting employee engagement while encouraging them to take time away from their workstations to recharge.

Breakrooms with nice coffee machines and welcoming environments attract workers like bees to honey, and once employees congregate, conversation will naturally follow.

Reflect Your Culture Through Design

A big part of improving your breakroom is accounting for how your company likes to use it.

If you frequently host birthday parties, milestone celebrations, or team events in your breakroom, you may want to add personal touches to the space that make workers feel like they belong there.

Company branding, motivational quotes, or employee art showcases can all contribute to a unique, personalized environment for workers.

If you’re looking for inspiration, drop us a follow @intivityatwork on social media – we love to celebrate #TeamIntivity in our breakroom areas!

Offer High-Quality Snacks and Beverages

Stocking your breakroom with a mix of snacks, premium coffee, and cold beverages shows employees that you value their well-being while keeping their bodies going strong.

A variety of both healthy and indulgent options ensures there's something to satisfy any craving.

At Intivity, we offer fully stocked breakroom programs tailored to your team’s preferences, making it easy to keep things fresh and inviting.

Design a Breakroom That Works for You

A thoughtful breakroom provides a dual advantage of improving employee morale AND productivity, leading to a fantastic win-win for your company.

If you’re looking to create a welcoming breakroom that your team will love and use daily, Intivity’s workplace support services can help! Get in touch to learn more.