A New Typology for 2021: The Home Room
byPrimo Orpilla of Studio O+A introduces the Home Room, a transitional space between the changing area and the work area, that we will see more of in 2021.
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Okta’s New HQ Transforms Their Use Of Physical Space Around The World
byOkta’s San Francisco pilot office by M Moser explores a dynamic environment that serves as home bases for remote working employees to come together, collaborate and ideate while maintaining independence.
Industry News: Why Interior Designers Must Fight Climate Change
byinterior designers can have a much bigger impact on climate change, Hong Kong property firms are putting office features into new residences, and more news.
2021 Trends: Reimagining an Ecosystem for Work
byHOK’s Kay Sargent kicks off our 2021 trends series exploring why we must evolve beyond the notion of the office to reimagining an ecosystem for work.
Work From Home: Who Should Pay For Home Office Costs?
byOne remote work challenge that’s currently in the spotlight is, who should cover the cost of working from home?
The Implications of a Data-Less Workplace Strategy
byAs we begin to think of post-pandemic return to work plans, Ben Waber of Humanyze stresses the importance of a data-driven workplace approach.
Rising to a New Standard for the Future Workplace
byHerman Miller’s VP of Global Research and Insights, Ryan Anderson, shares his predictions for the future of work and the workplace.
How Retail Design Insights Will Inspire Workplace Design
byDrawing on lessons from successful retail design practices, Figure3’s Mardi Najafi and Jillian Warren make the case for creating more memorable experiences in our offices to improve engagement and brand loyalty.
Three Ways Workplace Design Supports a Culture of Trust + Empowerment
byEUA’s Heather Turner Loth shares why trust and empowerment is the key to creating a lasting value proposition, and in turn employee retention.
Industry News: What happens to workplace perks when no-one’s in the office?
byWithout employees in the office, companies are being forced to reevaluate their incentives and work culture, what the office will look like in 2022, and more news.
Working Well: Office Design For Good Mental Health
byThe office should be a place that can heal, not hinder, our mental health. JLL Tetris shares five ways to design for good mental health.
Managing Change In The Post-COVID-19 Workplace
byDesign alone is not enough to move the needle in the post-COVID-19 workplace. SmithGroup explores how a robust change management program running parallel to the design process is critical for success.