A Space for Us: Where We Eat, Rest, and Reconnect

The canteen has always been more than just a place to eat. It’s where colleagues bond, ideas spark, and a moment of rest brings energy back into the workday. But over time, our trusted old canteen began to show its age.

Employees raised concerns about the food quality, the limited and uninspired menu, and the overall experience. As feedback increased, fewer employees chose to eat there, leading to a steady decline in canteen usage.

Listening to Employees: Understanding What Needs to Change

Understanding the need for change, management took the first essential step: listening. A detailed employee survey was conducted to uncover the root of dissatisfaction and collect meaningful suggestions.

From these honest responses came clear insights—and a clear message: employees wanted more than just food; they wanted a better, healthier, and more inviting dining experience.

A Committee, a Plan, and a Shared Goal

In response, a canteen committee was formed to guide the renovation process. The team worked closely with employees, vendors, and experts to ensure the canteen’s transformation addressed both functional concerns and aesthetic improvements.

A concession meeting helped define the project’s scope, discussing everything from food additions and kitchen upgrades to structural repairs.

Structural and Visual Enhancements That Transformed the Space

The renovation kicked off with essential fixes:

• Window repairs

• Civil work in the kitchen for smoother operations

• A fresh coat of paint for a clean, modern look

Even choosing the right paint color involved thoughtful collaboration between the management, the design team from BIRTHDAY, and our vendor. The result? A warm, vibrant, and uplifting atmosphere.

Functional Upgrades: Prioritizing Hygiene and Comfort

The improvements weren’t just about aesthetics. Key practical upgrades were introduced to enhance hygiene and the overall dining experience:

• New utensils, plates, and glasses

• Additional dustbins for better cleanliness

• Reorganized kitchen space for efficiency

These thoughtful additions reflected a renewed sense of care and a focus on long-term usability.

8 Weeks, One Vision: A Successful Transformation

From planning to execution, the project was completed in just eight weeks—a clear example of what shared vision and collective effort can achieve.

The renovated canteen is now a vibrant, comfortable space where employees gather not just to eat, but to connect and recharge.

More Than a Renovation: A Cultural Reset

This project did more than resolve old complaints. It revitalized one of the workplace’s most essential communal spaces. It proved that when leadership listens, adapts, and acts, transformation happens.

By turning feedback into thoughtful action, we created a space where everyone feels welcome again—a space to eat, rest, and reconnect.