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Storage room

A designated space used for storing items that are not frequently needed or used.

Capacity: N/A
Purpose: Support
Target size: 150 sq ft / 13 sq m
Release date: 1 September 2025

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Design

Description and context

  • May be for storing event collateral, physical swag, or certain office supplies 
  • Typical owners include: Facilities Operations, Marketing, IT, Finance
  • Separate storage rooms to accommodate each organization’s specific materials
  • For specific teams to have enough room to organize and access files as needed
Floor plan for Storage room space type

Design guidelines and standards

The items listed below are integrated into the architecture of the space. This information complements additional details listed on both the Workplace technology and Furniture and fixtures tabs.


Finishes

  • Resilient flooring preferred
  • Use white paint

Acoustics

  • All walls to go to deck with sound attenuation, acoustical ceiling tile ceilings with a minimum sound absorption of .75 and carpet flooring
  • Consider including acoustical wall panels and a white noise system

Lighting

To achieve desired lighting lux levels and color temperature, please follow these guidelines: 

  • 500 minimum lux levels

  • 3000 – 4000K recommended CCT Values (Color Correlated Temperature).


Mechanical, electrical and plumbing

  • No IT requirements
  • Power to be coordinated with equipment required

Specialty

Branding and signage

  • There is no branding required within this space
  • Consider placing a branded "Storage" sign outside
     

Other

  • Include lockable solid door
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