No place or space is off limits in the world of flexible work — especially for organizations embracing this trend that is at the heart of the future of work.
The Art And Science Behind Flexible Work Trends
Changing a Company’s Status Quo Through Workplace Design
At a recent Metropolis Think Tank talk hosted by the Atlanta office of Gensler, architects and experts discussed how sensitive disruption can increase productivity.
Everyone hates open offices. Here’s why they still exist
That is the myth of the open office, a workplace layout so pervasive that its presence is taken for granted, and its promises–of collaboration and innovation–are sacrosanct.
Open offices are bad!
How did the vision of the user-centered Action Office become sentenced to a sea of cubicles in Dilbert’s dungeon and then released into haphazardly packed benching desks?
Sound and vision: why the distracted workplace is about far more than noise
The idea of a cocktail party might be a bit dated, but it is the perfect metaphor for describing one aspect of the most common complaints about modern office design.
Why the right lighting is a must-have for healthy workplaces
Researchers have been refining their knowledge of how light, in all its colorful waves, plays a big role in influencing sleep, digestion and even food cravings.
Digital transformation and an uncharted future for workplace design in 2019
As we look ahead to 2019, we are both working with teams in the US, Europe and Asia to understand how global shifts are influencing workplace design.
How to redesign your workspace to be your most productive in 2019
Productivity is always a hot topic, and you can find a plethora of tips and tools to help you get more done. If your workspace is running interference with your intentions, however, you could be derailing yourself without even knowing it.
Good Office Design Reduces The Hidden Costs Of Healthcare
While healthcare spending may seem unmanageable, reducing the “hidden costs” of healthcare is under your control.
The Open Office is Dead. Now What?
After years of experimenting with open office layouts, the search for places where developers can work both uniquely and collaboratively continues.
Law Firms Slow to Evolve Office Structure
Law firms have been slow to adopt modern workplace solutions, like updating back office systems and incorporating employees in work configuration needs.
Top 10 Space Fusion Trends Influencing HOK’s Workplace Designers in 2019
When space collides: New hybrid workplaces are poised to take a giant leap forward in the upcoming year.
BIG shows off its new full-block office in DUMBO
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has completed its move to Brooklyn, setting up shop in a new 50,000-square-foot office space only a stone’s throw from the Brooklyn Bridge.
The Value Of An Enterprise Workplace Strategy And Responsible Design
Approached strategically, the workplace has the potential to inspire people to be at their best and do their best work.
The “50 Feet” Design Concept: Productivity Within Arm’s Reach
While the pendulum continues to swing, how design stands to leverage what matters most in the workplace is much more complex than the partitioning of space.
How to Prepare for the New Office Space Trends
Open plan 2.0: Tips for a successful transition to a new open-office design
When it’s time to make the move, designers can support clients in introducing a new workplace environment.
Uncharted Futures: Design Influences for 2019
Occupancy data is shaping the future of workplace planning
The average knowledge worker is at their desk only 40 percent of the time, according to the Gartner Group. Organizations are rapidly adjusting their workplaces to adapt to this new type of work.
Evolution of the Office and Profitability
The multifaceted design of the contemporary office embodies a shift in workplace culture and more closely matches the values of a changing employee demographic.