Sure, the world isn’t fully back to normal yet. Some classes are still suspended. The offices are not in full swing yet. Even some businesses now operate fully online rather than in their physical stores. But that doesn’t mean there’s not enough economic activity to get businesses going. The truth is that before these establishments can reopen, they must do renovations and redesigns. This is where businesses that supply to such industries need to benefit from.
Even though countries are already mass vaccinating their citizens, that doesn’t mean offices and schools shouldn’t enter into renovations of their own. Social distancing will still be a huge part of the health and safety measures in offices, schools, businesses, and other establishments. Even in your own home, you will still be practicing some form of health and safety protocol such as sanitizing surfaces and washing hands immediately after coming from work.
So what kind of businesses can benefit from the slew of home and office renovations right now? How are these businesses going to reap such benefits? In what way can these businesses turn something dreadful into a success story?
Construction
Before you offer construction services, make sure you have passed the CSCS tests. With some of the toughest competitions—even big-time contractors are competing for small projects—in the market right now, every single thing that makes you a little bit better is important. The majority of construction projects in the United Kingdom will require you to have the CSCS card, which confirms your qualifications and credentials to work on a construction project.
Homeowners are finding ways to make their homes a bunker. In case of future pandemics, they want their homes to have the amenities to entertain their kids and for them to work. This means redesigning rooms to become office spaces or study areas. It also means adding a deck, renovating the garage, and installing a pool in the backyard if they have enough space for it. There are so many areas that construction companies can benefit from in terms of home and office renovations.
Interior Design
Since many people had to stay at home during the pandemic, they also noticed the importance of the right interior design. Their homes are not merely places where they eat and sleep. These are their sanctuaries, and they must be designed in a way that will bring calm to the homeowners. Interior designers will do well to market their spa-like home designs to clients.
Also, they have to highlight the importance of adjustable spaces at home. For many interior designers, the solution to being stuck at home during the pandemic is to adjust the home’s design according to what the occupants need. Movable walls and bigger access to outdoor areas are the major themes of the past year. Homeowners should be able to create private spaces to work and bigger areas for family time.
Home Security
Safety and security are at the front and center of home life during the pandemic. As people stay more at home, they begin to notice what’s lacking in their home’s security. Companies in the business of offering smart home systems will benefit from this realization. Homeowners want to secure their properties. They are willing to invest in smart home security systems to ensure this. That’s an opening any business wants to have.
Air Purification
Although there is no strong evidence yet that air purification systems can “clean” air particles, this did not stop homeowners from investing in all kinds of devices and machines to purify and sanitize their homes. It’s worth noting, of course, that hospitals and other medical facilities use air purification and UV ray systems for sanitation. Official distributors and manufacturers of these air purification systems should apply for licenses and certificates that will prove claims of removing 99% of airborne viruses.
Contactless Features
In many establishments, the use of contactless features such as automatic doors, motion-activated sinks, and soap dispensers is a hot commodity. Offices, restaurants, and malls are also using contactless thermometers to check if someone has a fever (a symptom of COVID-19). Digital presentations also took over the use of whiteboards and projectors for company and client meetings. Businesses that can deliver these services will benefit most as offices, schools, restaurants, and malls start to reopen.
Sure, the pandemic disrupted many businesses, causing many to close permanently. But those that survived need to find a way to thrive despite the horrid circumstances. If they don’t, they will follow the fate of other similar businesses that went under when the pandemic began.
