cognition

Why beauty in the workplace is in the mind of the beholder

Talking about aesthetics in the workplace can take up a lot of time. But neuroscience research suggests the effort will be worth it as a new study explores the value of balance, symmetry and harmony

All together now: how we experience different sensory inputs at work

Workplace designers should stop thinking about specific sensory inputs in isolation and start planning for a more interconnected approach, according to the latest scientific research in the field

Space for thought: are we ready for a brain-healthy workplace?

Designing workplaces to improve wellbeing is now standard practice. Much less common is looking at this topic through the prism of brain health. A study led by architect HSK shows the potential

The truth about workplace productivity

The truth about workplace productivity

As the global productivity slump continues, understanding the barriers and obstacles to focused work can tap opportunities for improving employee performance

The choice of curves or straight lines is matter of science, not taste

New scientific research explains why curved lines might be more appropriate in some office environments while angular and rectilinear forms might work better in other situations

Extroverts fare better than introverts in open plan

Introverts exposed: why outgoing types thrive in open plan

New scientific research supports the idea that extroverts fare much better in exposed work environments than those who crave peace and quiet to get work done

Make SMART resolutions to stick to

New year, new workstyle: three ways to achieve your workplace resolutions

Sticking to a New Year’s resolution is never easy, especially when they are hauled into the workplace. Here are three useful tips for keeping those resolutions on track

Neural network: stronger brain, stronger collaboration

Interconnectivity can encourage collaboration, creativity and communication, neurology expert Fiona Kerr told the WORKTECH Sydney conference 2017