Understanding what the client wants is apart of my job. The client has a very specific request for a project they would like me to work on, my job is to meet my clients standards and possibly advise them on what I know as a professional in the field. Although I may disagree with my clients vision, I can be able to work around my restrictions to make not only the client satisfied but the employees as well. The client arguing that if it’s store employees could work in a big box so should its headquarters staff- is somewhat understandable for someone who’s not in a position to actually be the one working in the office. Working in building offices where you have to sit down and spend your time in your own personal space for probably over 8 hours, and to be doing that in a box-like atmosphere is NOT ideal. I would definitely try to advise my client otherwise, and if that doesn’t work I would have to further evaluate ways I can design this “box” where the employees would be comfortable and my client would be satisfied.
To start I would request information about the budget, other programs, and amount of employees working. These issues should be discussed before signing any contracts. I would like to be as neutral as possible but when it’s an issue with experiencing the right space in a program where its necessary that you experience these spaces, I would start problem solving. These issues can be discussed with opinions respected, and influenced when you are a trusted professional.
