behaviour
Has workplace design really reached a professional cul-de-sac?
The 25th anniversary of the launch of the landmark TV comedy The Office reminds us that, for all the advances in workplace design, we’re still trying to crack the connection to culture
The complex cultural mix that influences our cognitive state
What mindset should designers be aiming to support? New research suggests that how we want to feel in the workplace is a stronger cultural indicator than how we currently feel
The golden rule of designing to prioritise people before technology
Don’t set ambient conditions for working with machines. People want to feel valued in the workplace, so why not treat them how you’d like to be treated yourself?
Design for mingling: six recurring modes of social interaction
New research from a Dutch design team sheds light on the different ways we connect with each other in public space. How can neuroscience inform workspace strategies for human connection?
Designing for introverts: the workplace tips that feel ‘just right’
Shaping workspace to suit different personality types has always been a challenge, but recent research in the field is delivering insights that can support a closer alignment between personality and place
Scent from heaven: how different aromas affect our behaviour
Scentscapes are becoming more popular, but bringing the sensory dimension of smell into the office environment demands a subtle approach. A neuroscientist explains
Lost in space: time for indoor wayfinding to catch up with city
GPS systems have made getting lost when moving around outdoors something of an embarrassment. So why is it still so difficult to navigate the interiors of large buildings?
Why visually subdividing open-plan space makes sense for employees
Private offices may be universally condemned but visually subdividing your open plan space will improve interaction, focus and performance according to the latest in neuroscience research
