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Adaptive Reuse in Commercial Design

Adaptive Reuse in Commercial Design: Breathing New Life into Old Spaces

In the constantly evolving world of workplace design, there’s been a significant shift towards creating spaces that not only inspire but also foster the elusive state of “flow.” This concept, once primarily associated with artists and athletes, is now recognised as the pinnacle of productivity and well-being in the contemporary office environment.

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Finding Flow

Finding Flow: Designing Offices for Peak Performance

In the constantly evolving world of workplace design, there’s been a significant shift towards creating spaces that not only inspire but also foster the elusive state of “flow.” This concept, once primarily associated with artists and athletes, is now recognised as the pinnacle of productivity and well-being in the contemporary office environment.

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The Gestalt Principles in Office Design

The Gestalt Principles in Office Design

The human mind excels in identifying patterns, always searching for organisation and meaning in our surroundings. This natural inclination is the reason we see faces in the clouds or recognise common forms amidst nature’s irregularities — our brains are programmed to impose structure on disorder.
This intriguing feature of human observation is central to the study of Gestalt psychology, which investigates the way we perceive and arrange the visual information around us.

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Envy Office Design

The Envy Office: Where Work Meets Wow Factor

In today’s shake-up of the corporate scene, the traditional, yawn-inducing office doesn’t cut it for the swipe-right, Instagram-loving workforce. Enter the ‘Envy Office’—a chic, selfie-worthy workspace designed to not just lure young professionals back but to make them never want to leave.

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a designer sketches architectural drawings on yellow paper.

First a Pencil, Then the World!

In the arena of interior design, there’s an understated elegance to starting with the humble pencil sketch before venturing into the digital realm with Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). This initial step, rooted in tradition, holds its ground as a crucial part of the creative process, despite the technological leaps in design tools.

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Office Interior Design Trends 2024

Office Interior Design Trends for 2024

As we enter the year 2024, there will be significant changes in office design. The highly anticipated “Great Return to Work” is altering our understanding and creation of workspaces. This article explores the shifting landscape and important trends that will shape office interiors in the upcoming year.

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Office Acoustics

Optimising Office Acoustics for Productivity and Well-Being

The sound quality of an office might not always be the first thing you consider, but it is crucial in shaping an optimal and efficient workspace. The acoustics of your workplace can greatly influence how you and your coworkers function, interact, and, most importantly, affect your general wellness.

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The social costs of remote working

The Social Costs of Remote Working – An Analysis

Undoubtedly, there have been social issues accompanying the shift to remote work. This article discusses the potential for both success and drawbacks in remote working, particularly concerning the potential impact on work-life balance when the boundaries between work and personal life become unclear.

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Strategies for Inclusive Collaboration in Hybrid Meetings

5 Strategies for Inclusive Collaboration in Hybrid Meetings

In today’s workplace, hybrid meetings have become commonplace, blending in-person and remote participation. While these meetings offer flexibility, they also bring challenges related to inclusivity. In this article we look at 5 steps you can take to ensure your hybrid meetings are both successful and inclusive.

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