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Biophilic design has a long history and an even bigger future

Workplace Insight

The spaces they created resembled university campuses in both form and function, set in landscaped grounds and openly flaunting a connection to nature and the firm’s apparent social awareness. It also confirms something we have learned about biophilic design; that natural forms can improve our wellbeing almost as much as actual nature.

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How To Design Workplaces For Neurodivergent Employees

Allwork

This article was written by Jason Slocombe and was originally published on Work Design Magazine. Beyond desk positioning, ergonomic factors should also be considered alongside sensory differences. One example is separation zoning using natural material screens, moveable furniture, and adjustable blinds.

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We are not blank slates and we don’t adapt to change in predictable ways

Workplace Insight

“This is an observation underlined by arguments that office designs embody organizational visions, and leadership roles continue to be displayed within teams despite the absence of more physical forms of authority like large, private offices. It’s not even as if people can expect to be less distracted than in an office.

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