Design
A New Workplace Narrative: Findings From Gensler’s 2019 Workplace Survey
Rather than wading into the open office vs. private office debate, Gensler’s 2019 Workplace Survey focuses on the “balanced workplace”, one that prioritizes both individual and collaborative work. However, with just 44% of people working in a balanced workplace environment, there is still much our industry can do to improve their overall experience.
March 21, 2019
The 6 Design Factors That Create An Unforgettable Workspace
Well designed spaces aren’t just easy on the eye; they create positive experiences that keep people coming back to your workspace. Here are six ingredients that help build positive, memorable workplaces that inspire people and drive productivity.
March 13, 2019
The How, What, And Why Of Activity-Based Working
Activity-based working is a style of workplace design that empowers individuals through choice.
It’s a flexible environment with a variety of settings that supports different working activities and purposes, and accommodates multiple requirements.
March 8, 2019
Human-Centric Design And The ‘Destination Workplace’: A Q&A With Lloyd Coldrick, Managing Director Of Cobus
Great design isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about creating user-friendly workplaces that promote physical and mental wellbeing. Here, workplace design specialist Lloyd Coldrick discusses the challenge of human-centric design and its place in the modern work environment.
February 28, 2019
The Future Workplace Is Here: How To Design Success Into Every Square Foot
Evolution in workspace design represents the next step in the evolution of the workplace. Here’s how to go about it.
February 20, 2019
How To Hack The Open Office
Open offices are under attack. What began as a collaboration dream has now evolved into a privacy-lacking, distracting reality. But thanks to a variety of contemporary design ideas, operators and occupiers can make the most of open-plan offices without compromising on privacy.
February 14, 2019
Designing Flexible, Human-Focused Workspaces: A Q&A With Area’s Kathryn O’Callaghan-Mills
Area’s design director, Kathryn O’Callaghan-Mills, shares why it’s important to understand a company’s culture before designing a space and how design can be used to foster community.
February 12, 2019
The 5 Most Innovative Workplace Products Presented At Paperworld 2019
Human-centric design is here to stay, but how does this impact workspace amenities? We run down 5 innovative workplace products that are beginning to appear in workspaces around the world.
February 7, 2019
5 Ways To Embrace Biophilia In The Workplace And Why You Should
Biophilic design translates into a better workplace experience, but it’s not just about adding plants. From essential oils to your choice of wallpaper, here are five easy ways to embrace biophilia into your workspace without breaking the bank.
February 6, 2019
The Modern Workplace Is About Balancing “Me” And “We” Spaces
At the Paperworld 2019 Future Office conference in Frankfurt, discussion focused on how the modern workplace combines “me” (private) and “we” (shared) spaces.
February 5, 2019
Paperworld 2019: How ‘Activating’ A Space Leads To Greater Collaboration
At Paperworld’s Future Office conference in Germany, speakers discussed how to ‘activate’ a workspace by focusing on the needs of its occupiers.
January 29, 2019
Human-Focused Design Drives Flexible Workplace Trends In 2019
Allwork.Space spoke with Emily Dunn, workplace knowledge consultant for Herman Miller, to learn more about what’s in store for the flexible workplace in the coming year.
January 23, 2019
The Office Is Killing Us: How Workplace Design Helps Combat Sedentary Behavior
Sedentary lifestyles are killing us. It should be natural for the workplace to promote healthier lifestyles, but it’s not all about yoga and fitness classes — simply having visibility of a communal area or cafe, and a feeling of space, can encourage more activity and lower the risk of health problems.
January 8, 2019
The Impact Of Design On Productivity In Coworking Environments
A new study has found that 21% of workers would be more productive in a better designed workplace. In light of the research, Mark Phillips, co-founder of workplace design specialists K2 Space, discusses how office design can have a significant impact on productivity.
November 26, 2018
5 Workplace Wellness Programs That Are Easy To Implement
Allwork.Space spoke with Jon Cohn, CEO and co-founder of Fitspot Wellness, to learn how coworking operators can implement wellness programs in their workspace. As well as physical health benefits, wellness programs can also increase engagement and happiness in the workplace.
November 20, 2018