Beyond the obvious: 5 questions to ask before planning your new office space
So you want to upgrade your office space? Whether you are going to expand your current office or completely relocate, there’s one thing you’ll need to do first: you’re going to have to do some planning. And we might as well go over some ‘obvious’ points first, because things that are obvious are often also […]
Creating a Caring Workplace Experience
Every successful story has a history of blood, sweat and tears – as the old saying goes, Rome wasn’t built overnight! But as your company starts to evolve from humble beginnings into a leader in its field, you will undoubtedly feel a combination of emotions for the results your hard work has yielded. Gratitude, satisfaction […]
What Is Activity-Based Work?
Activity-based working (ABW) is a productivity model whereby office space is designed to focus on accommodating particular tasks rather than specific members of your team.
Designing the Perfect Meeting Space
Ineffective meeting spaces may be costing your organization thousands of dollars a year by not aligning with your team’s day-to-day workflows. A recent analysis found that meeting rooms were occupied by a single worker 36% of the time. This finding has been primarily attributed to the fact that workplaces do not have adequate areas for […]
Must-Have Office Design Features for 2020
At DESIGN+BUILD Group, we’re committed to continuously refining the way your team uses your office space to drive productivity and facilitate engagement.
Office Relocation Design Best Practices
Whether your organization is looking to move a team in your existing building, or you’re moving your headquarters to the other side of town, an office relocation offers the ideal time to refine your workspace strategies.
What is Biophilia and how does it affect the Workspace.
One of the most exciting trends of our time is gaining momentum in workplace design, called biophilic office design. Don’t be scared by its long name; ‘biophilia’ is basically just a single perfect word to describe how we as humans like nature and benefit from connecting with it. So then what is biophilic office design? […]
How to Encourage Exercise in the Office
Encouraging physical activity at your office can help cultivate a more balanced, focused, and productive team environment.
A Guide to Data-Driven Office Design
Data is driving decision-making at every level of business like never before, and thoughtful office design is no exception.
Office Design Principles to Promote Engagement
Your organization most likely has strategies in place to encourage employee engagement, but have you considered how office design can also facilitate engagement?