OfficeSpace Blog
Explore industry insights and best practices as told by experts to create a smarter, more productive workplace.
The future of work is here. Just ask these Bay Area companies.
Some of the Bay Area’s most innovative companies—Airbnb, Asana, OpenAI, and Chime—are already living the future of work. From flexible hybrid policies to data-driven space planning, here’s how they’re scaling with intention, replacing manual processes, and creating workplaces built for connection and innovation.
4 Tech Trends Facilities Managers Should Keep an Eye On
Technology moves fast! Progressive companies are able to spot the best and integrate. If chosen wisely, they will increase the productivity and health of your workers (and your bottom line). Here are 4 trends an FM should keep an eye on (and a few more to take note of).
Guest Blog: How to Give Your Office a Smart Tech Makeover
From security concerns to increased workplace productivity, there is no doubt that modern smart solutions are essential for today’s office. Where to begin? Guest blogger Jasmine Williams considers these elements. Check it out!
Eco-Friendly Elements and the New Normal of Office Design
Workplace Unplugged: We’re in conversation with John Stein of Kieri. He’s exploring the world of eco-friendly office design materials and the assumption that “green” is a given when it comes to modern workplace design. Have your standards changed?
Multipurpose Office Space Design Ideas
Many businesses are adopting a fluid, change-friendly design outlook that allows employees, facility managers, and other invested parties to shape a space to the needs of the moment. So what does that look like? Check out these office design ideas for multipurpose use. Get flexible!
The hidden costs of internal office moves: four pitfalls to watch out for
While the basic costs of an internal office move may be clear, there are certain “hidden costs” that can easily be overlooked. What might you be missing? Don’t let these issues drain your budget.
From the Ground Up: Pioneering Success in FM
Workplace Unplugged: We speak to an IFMA Fellow who is bringing modern facilities management to the Czech Republic, a region that has historically seen FM merely as real estate maintenance. He’s sharing his priorities and direction. What would you focus on?
What is an open office layout? Industries that thrive with open offices
In this blog post we’re examining the specific industry types that benefit from an open office concept. These businesses will reap the most rewards from this type of seating arrangement. PLUS, we provide tips for managing this type of layout. Do you have the tools for success?
Guest Blog: Create a Modern Feel For an Older Commercial Space
Chances are you and your staff would prefer to operate in a hip, funky office space, but are actually operating in an older building. In this guest blog contribution, Holly Welles explores where your priorities should lie when giving your space a modern boost in an aging building.
The Case For and Against Open-Concept Office Layouts
Everyone has an opinion, you either love or you hate an open office concept. We’re exploring both sides of the coin in this blog post. What are the upsides, what are the downsides? It boils down to what your business needs. Explore what an open concept could bring, and what it could take away…
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