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Restacking Space Optimization
/in Collaborative Office Furniture, Flexible Work, Hybrid Workspaces, Office Design, Space Planning/Design, workplace culture community at work, flexible workspace, hybrid workspaces, space planning and design /by Office Furniture NOW!Restacking the workplace is one of the best options for companies looking to optimize the return to work. With employee behavior changes, new ways of working, and onboarding Gen Z, hybrid workspaces will continue to dominate the use of space. Restacking can help you prioritize the best plan for growth.
Instilling A Sense Of Community At Work
/in Collaborative Office Furniture, Flexible Work, Hybrid Workspaces, Office Design community at work, flexible workspace, hybrid workspaces, space planning and design /by Office Furniture NOW!Instilling a sense of community at work is more important than ever to the future of work. When your employees feel they are contributors to a community, they will create a happier, healthier, and more engaged workforce. And a better bottom line. Community in the workplace is an important part of hybrid office design and the […]
WATERCOOLER CHAT: Creating a Healthy Hybrid Workspace
/in Hybrid Workspaces, Space Planning/Design, workplace culture /by Office Furniture NOW!Creating a healthy hybrid workspace has become significant in the return to work. With flexible work dominating the workplace, employees and business owners alike are searching for ways to create healthy collaboration. The great resignation and the downsize of departments have given employers pause to consider what the future looks like when not all departments […]
Inclusive Work Design For Flexible Workers
/in Collaborative Office Furniture, Flexible Work, Hybrid Workspaces, Office Design flexible workspace, hybrid workspaces, modern office design, office chairs, resilient workplace, space planning and design /by Office Furniture NOW!Inclusive work design for flexible workers is the next positive gain in the return to work. More than half of US workers are opting in for the hybrid work model. Splitting time between working from home and working in the office can become a formidable asset in the return to work. So how do you […]
Redesigning The Future of Work
/in Collaborative Office Furniture, Flexible Work, Hybrid Workspaces, Office Design, Office Furniture Trends flexible workspace, hybrid workspaces, modern office design, office chairs, resilient workplace, space planning and design /by Office Furniture NOW!Redesigning the future of work has been both exciting and frustrating, for both designers and businesses. One thing that remains dominant is the human component. As work becomes more flexible and less space dominant, companies will need to redefine ways for their teams to connect and collaborate in person.
WATERCOOLER CHAT: Gen Z Workplace Expectations
/in Hybrid Workspaces, Space Planning/Design, workplace culture /by Office Furniture NOW!Gen Z workplace expectations have officially entered the workforce equation and they come with their own set of expectations. Gen Z is the first digitally native generation, meaning that they have grown up with technology. Smartphones, social media, online shopping, and instant messaging have been a part of Gen Z’s daily lives since they were born. […]
Resilient Workplace Design Essentials
/in Collaborative Office Furniture, Flexible Work, Hybrid Workspaces, Office Design, Office Furniture Trends flexible workspace, hybrid workspaces, modern office design, office chairs, resilient workplace, space planning and design /by Office Furniture NOW!Resilient workplace design is an ecosystem of spaces created to adapt and evolve over time. The goal is to optimize the office square footage you have while fostering higher levels of employee engagement. The end result is a more connected and effective team that will allow your company to respond to evolving business conditions in […]
Modern Conference Experience
/in Chairs, Conference Room Furniture, Flexible Work, Hybrid Workspaces desks, flexible workspace, modern office design, office chairs /by Office Furniture NOW!Creating a modern conference experience is essential, as the hybrid workspace shifts priorities and propels us toward more relaxed office environments. Conference room spaces have diversified to provide both open communal spaces and private spaces. They must accommodate impromptu gathering as well as private spaces for training and larger meetings, areas to discuss confidential topics, […]
WATERCOOLER CHAT: Free-Address Workplace Strategies
/in Hybrid Workspaces, Space Planning/Design /by Office Furniture NOW!The free-address workplace strategy is part of the hybrid workspace model, allowing for alternative work areas for flexible workers. Knoll workplace research identified four major themes impacting and driving the workplace today: a desire for flexibility, the need to find a balance between spaces for individual and teamwork modes, an increased need for hospitality in […]
2022 Desk + Chair Trends
/in Chairs, Desks, Flexible Work, Hybrid Workspaces desk + chair trends, desks, flexible workspace, modern office design, office chairs /by Office Furniture NOW!2022 desk + chair trends embrace the comfort and style of natural materials. Flexible work continues to dominate office design, so establishing and maintaining an updated office will be more important than ever. Embedded in the flexible work methodology are carefully crafted intentions for how workplace design impacts flow, achieves privacy and allows for natural collaboration.