Does the perfect office and warehouse building exist? Every company has specific needs that define its space requirements. What may be an excellent investment for company A may prove insufficient or ineffective for company B. In this article, we'll show you how to effectively analyze these individual expectations to find the perfect office and warehouse building for your needs.
Combining an office with a warehouse - an ideal solution for many businesses
Sometimes the specific nature of a business requires a unique approach to the space it will operate in. For example, companies in the distribution and logistics industry, e-commerce, manufacturing, construction services, equipment rental, service and repair centers, wholesalers, and startups may all require an office and warehouse building .
Designating part of the same property for offices and part for storage has numerous advantages:
- Time and cost savings – transportation between separate office and warehouse locations can be expensive and impact order fulfillment times. Reducing this need can lower both logistics and operational costs.
- better control over inventory and distribution - in industries such as e-commerce, distribution or manufacturing, it is very important to control inventory levels and manage stock efficiently;
- Improved communication and coordination – centralizing offices and warehouses can significantly improve communication between different departments of a company, as well as facilitate the coordination and management of operations;
- multifunctionality of space - a properly selected office and warehouse building allows for easy adaptation of the space to the changing needs of the company, which is particularly important for dynamically developing enterprises.
An office and warehouse building may be divided into several or a dozen commercial units . Therefore, it must meet specific technical requirements, consistent with the Regulation of the Minister of Infrastructure of April 12, 2002, regarding the technical requirements for buildings and their location, as well as with regulations and standards appropriate to the type of business conducted in the building, such as specific ventilation standards for the catering industry. It should also be remembered that residential use is not permitted in commercial units.
Warehouse with office or office with warehouse?
Choosing the ideal office and warehouse building depends on several factors , which should always be analyzed individually based on the specific nature of the business. The first consideration is location . Consider whether clients will frequently visit your office, or whether you want to focus on a location convenient for logistics and transportation. In the latter case, easy access to major roads , highways , and transportation hubs is key. In the former, perhaps also public transportation, as well as ample parking spaces, is crucial.
If you know trucks will be coming to your warehouse, make sure there are adequate facilities for loading and unloading goods . Verify not only access to ramps, but also the width of access roads and maneuvering space for trucks over 3.5 tons.
The second factor is the square footage and layout of the building . Consider how much space you need for both offices and storage. It's also worth considering future expansion options—choosing a building with the ability to adapt and expand can save on relocation costs in the years to come.
Technical infrastructure is also crucial. Make sure the building has access to high-speed internet, adequate electrical power, and ventilation and air conditioning systems, whether installing them won't require time-consuming renovations, or whether it's even possible (this applies especially to high-speed internet access).
It is also important that the building meets local building regulations and standards, especially in terms of safety and environmental protection.
The perfect office and warehouse building. Where to find it?
Just as you adjust office space to the number of people working there, warehouse space should be adjusted to the goods stored within. Therefore, there are several types of warehouses : open, semi-open, and closed, as well as low-, medium-, and high-bay.
Before making a final decision, it's worth consulting with a commercial real estate sales advisor. Orange Nieruchomości advisors provide this service, helping to assess all important aspects of the decision-making process and providing support with the purchase formalities. Orange Real Estate offers office and warehouse buildings ranging from several hundred to several thousand square meters, offering enormous investment potential. These buildings offer the flexibility to adapt to the company's needs and are located on strategically located plots.