The modern open-plan office and the cubicle have origins in historical periods such as ancient Rome and 18th-century London. We’ve managed to invent something even worse than open offices I thought a ...

CHICAGO — Could your office use some freshening up to make employees more creative and productive? Open-office designs, lounge settings and sit-stand desks were among some of the trends on display ...

From open plans to hybrid zones, every design choice sends a message. Here’s how the right balance between openness and privacy builds real trust in today’s workplaces. Workspaces influence employees’ ...

Following the pandemic, many companies are now embracing innovative office design elements to enhance the allure and value of in-office work. This shift underscores the vital importance of creating an ...

Open plan offices have become a popular choice for modern workplaces, offering flexibility, collaboration and a sense of ...

Q: After an office renovation, all the employees in my department were moved to a new workspace. Previously, we were spread across two floors, working in cubicles with tall sound-absorbing dividers.

Dell, whose CEO Michael Dell, is pictured here, expects global sales employees to return to work five days a week, according to internal memo. (Photo by Joan Cros/NurPhoto via Getty Images) But how ...

Recent research into workplace design has underscored the profound impact of physical work environments on employee productivity, well‐being and organisational performance. Contemporary studies have ...

Dysfunctional offices can raise employee stress levels, trigger more sick leaves, and promote anxiety and depression. Staff may also struggle to collaborate or have productive interactions. While we ...

As individuals report a greater loss of control and decreased trust in institutions during COVID-19, employers are left wondering how to facilitate a successful return to the office. Supported by ...