As we leap forward into the next era of commercial office design, we happily leave the global pandemic in our rear-view mirrors and design for a better future. Since 2021, the office market has found itself on the precipice of a global awakening, founded on individual and collective wellbeing and quality of office space. As someone who has worked in the building services industry for 18 years, this could not have come soon enough. This dramatic shift in focus has and is redefining how projects are being designed, built, and maintained.
Moving offices can be a significant change for an organisation and its employees, and it’s important to manage the process effectively to minimise disruption and ensure a smooth transition. Here are some tips for managing the change of office relocation:
Creating a new office space is a great opportunity to focus on a strong sense of identity within the office through branding. Branding can be a valuable asset to any company, going far beyond the superficial.
If discussing the topic ‘creating the modern office’ five years ago, you might argue that creating the modern office meant creating a space that had the ability to be flexible, agile and suit business needs. A space that could accommodate expansion and contraction of numbers depending on market conditions. Modus Creative Director, Vidhi Sharma, argues that creating the modern office today, is still that to an extent but significantly more people led. Read on to hear Vidhi’s thoughts on creating the modern office.
Storey by British Land offers flexible, personalised workspaces, and at 2 Kingdom Street, we delivered a 26,000 sq. ft. project that stayed on time and within budget. The space includes a lounge, café, and adaptable private tenancies. Working with Gensler, we ensured the design met evolving tenant needs while maintaining Storey’s vision.
Neurodiversity refers to the different ways in which the brain can work and interpret information. This short article will explore the topic of neurodiversity within the workplace, specifically the ways in which workspace design can support those who process sensory information in different ways.
Could the visible presence of wood grain in the working environment improve comfort, boost creativity and lower fatigue? Cognitive scientists are making the case Here is what research scientists have discovered in linking the visibility of wood grain to positive psychological outcomes. For workplace designers, there is a clear message about the benefits of wood-lined environments.
New scientific research explains why curved lines might be more appropriate in some office environments, while angular and rectilinear forms might work better in other situations
At Clerkenwell Design Week 2022 we attended an inspiring and informative talk by Sam McCarthy from Plant Designs which explored how the use of planting in urban working environments can develop dynamic and engaging spaces, as well as boost creativity and collaboration in the workplace.
