When you begin to browse various office spaces for rent in your area, it's important to carefully assess the floor plan of each. While you might be focused on finding a space that includes a specific number of private offices and a large boardroom, there are other things to think about too. Many companies favor renting office space that includes a bullpen. A bullpen is a large, open space in which you'll commonly set up several desks for your employees. The location of a bullpen within an office can vary, but it's often in a central location. Here are some reasons to rent an office space that has a bullpen. 

Maximizes Space

One of the primary benefits of an office bullpen is that it allows you to maximize your space. Interior walls in an office can cut down on the available square footage, and while it's certainly necessary to have private offices within the space, not everyone needs their own office. A bullpen can hold a large number of desks, allowing you to fit many staff members in this space. If you have a large staff—or you expect to hire lots of entry-level employees in the near future—a bullpen will provide space for these people to work without you having to rent an office space that is too large.

Allows For Collaboration

A bullpen can be a good space for collaboration, given that there will be several employees who are working just a short distance from one another. It's common for companies to put people who perform similar roles in the bullpen together. For example, you might have all of your marketing team situated in this space. The open design of the bullpen will make it easy for your employees to discuss ideas without having to leave their desks, which may help various projects go smoother and quicker.

Encourages Camaraderie

You may find that having people work in a bullpen also encourages camaraderie, which is often ideal in a place of work. When people have their own private offices, they might not always make an effort to hang out with their coworkers and get to know them. In a bullpen environment, camaraderie is easy. For example, when two people are taking a break from their work, they'll often decide to chat. As they get to know each other more, they can develop a sense of camaraderie. This can create a healthy work environment that makes people look forward to showing up each day. Keep a bullpen space in mind when you look for office space for rent.

Contact a local service, such as Brentwood Professional Center Inc., to learn more.