The average U.S. worker spends more than 1,777 hours each year in his or her office, according to the Organization For Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Minority and women business owners, especially in smaller operations where night and weekend hours are common, may spend an additional 300 or 400 hours in their offices. With this much time spent at the office, it only makes sense to want to spend that time in the best workplace environment possible. - by Ingrid Johnson

Naturally, the “perfect” workplace varies by industry and is subject to personal preference. Still, there are a few factors that can be universally examined to improve working environments. These revolve around light, air quality, plants/greenery, noise levels, and temperature.