cities
Signal file: what this week’s headlines reveal about what work feels like
From virtual rituals and leadership disconnect to the emotional city mapping, this week’s stories explore the growing need for work that feels more human
City in balance: why office developments need a wider urban frame
How cities are planned and governed will have a major influence on whether new urban workplaces thrive or fail, says city expert Professor Ricky Burdett of the London School of Economics
The light that connects: highlights from Signify’s podcast series
A podcast series from Signify tackles key topics in lighting from the history of lighting design to the intricacies of how your lights stay connected
Scaling hybrid: navigating a new landscape from employee to economy
From employee expectations to urban transformation, Leesman’s latest study looks at the impact of hybrid work from an individual, organisational and societal perspective
Looking ahead: the future workplace as an experience multiplier
From sustainability to the rise of Class A developments, Gensler’s design forecast for 2025 outlines the industry-specific strategies that will redefine work and workplace design in the year ahead
Human-centric innovation leads Toronto’s future of work discussions
With rapid advancements in workplace technology and a shift toward employee-centred spaces, the latest WORKTECH Toronto conference laid out a vision for resilient and inclusive workplaces
Why climate action is needed to make cities attractive to investors
Two new global research studies reinforce the message that cities need to manage increasing climate risks – from extreme heat to flooding – if they want to be competitive in the future
Call to demolish Canary Wharf towers signals dilemma of the CBD
UK developer Sir Stuart Lipton says that only drastic measures can safeguard the future of London’s troubled financial district, but transitioning to mixed use is not an easy challenge
