Face coverings, plastic face shields, latex gloves, one-direction aisles, 6-foot floor stickers, HAZMAT suits. A year ago — for many of us — these concepts probably resembled more of a science fiction movie than reality. Yet here we are, dealing with the effects of COVID-19, which have drastically altered the...

Top business leaders are continually searching for ways to improve the office environment, targeting everything from work-life balance to team building. Recently, organizations are seeking to create physical and psychological comfort through interior design and other environmental upgrades. Many companies that focus on improving the office environment report happier team members, greater...

The modern workplace often feels impersonal and chaotic, which can put a damper on employee morale and productivity. As a result, organizational leaders must determine how to improve workplace culture and re-energize their workforce. One of the most significant challenges in this mission, however, is realizing that there is no foolproof...

For decades, office spaces around the world looked mostly the same, with clusters of cubicles stretching as far as the eye could see. This might have made sense from an efficiency perspective, but such arrangements came with drawbacks. Some employees felt isolated from their coworkers, the rigid layout meant less...