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Earth Day has been celebrated on April 22nd since 1970; it is a time to reflect on our impact on the environment and explore ways to embrace sustainability in every aspect of our lives. In the commercial design industry, 2024 is shifting towards more eco-conscious designs

As we honor Women’s International Month, let us explore the lives and legacies of some of the most influential women in the furniture industry. From pioneers like Florence Knoll and Ray Eames to the trailblazers of today, their stories remind us of the power of perseverance, creativity, and determination in shaping the world around us.

The role of acoustics in the workplace is important. Excessive noise can serve as a daily obstacle, hindering concentration, disrupting workflow, and ultimately impacting job satisfaction. Whether it's the bustling chatter of colleagues, the continuous ring of phones, or the persistent ticking of the clock, unwanted noise can significantly slow down productivity

As we continue celebrating Mental Health Awareness this month, the focus is on well-being, especially in the workplace. Explore how the workplace can contribute to and enhance employee well-being.

As we step into 2024, new trends are set to redefine the way we work, collaborate, and innovate.

Melissa, a designer at a local design firm in Atlanta, has been working at the firm for almost 2 years. At only 24 years old, she finds herself scheduling a few too many chiropractic appointments for someone who considers themselves a healthy person. One evening, as she plugged away on a project, Melissa caught herself constantly readjusting in her office chair.

Rows of workstations, fluorescent lights overhead, and the constant hum of the photocopier are the backdrop of the daily grind for some. Imagine this: you're sitting at your desk, deep in thought, trying to put the finishing touches on a project due in a few hours. Just as you're about to type the last period, the chaos begins.

In a world where change is in constant motion, the traditional workplace concept is still being challenged. The rise of remote work and hybrid work models has led to a significant shift in how organizations view their office spaces and is forcing them to evaluate their spaces more frequently. This shift has profoundly impacted the real estate market, particularly regarding the rise of office-to-residential conversions and the repurposing of commercial spaces.

The post-pandemic work model has accelerated the adoption of remote work, leading many …

In the ever-changing view of the post-pandemic work model, discussions surrounding hybrid and remote work have taken center stage. However, within these conversations, a needed topic still needs to be addressed: the connection between neurodiversity and workplace design and how it impacts individuals with different sensory sensitivities. A recent study by HOK delves into this crucial aspect, shedding light on the significance of inclusive design and accommodations for both hyposensitive and hypersensitive users in the workplace. So, what is neurodiversity?

The commercial interior industry is undergoing a transformation with the integration of artificial intelligence. This revolutionary technology utilizes AI-powered algorithms to analyze various data points, including employee preferences and work patterns. The result is the creation of optimized office layouts that enhance efficiency and encourage collaboration among employees. Thanks to AI-generated data, data-driven decision making becomes possible, allowing furniture manufacturers and designers to adapt their products to meet the evolving needs of the workplace.

As organizations increasingly prioritize sustainability and environmental consciousness, as seen at NeoCon and Design Days, furniture design is aligning with these principles to create more eco-friendly and responsible workspaces. Additionally, the intersection of social dynamics and technology integration in the design of contemporary office furniture was highlighted by the one and only, Framery.

In the ever-evolving commercial interiors industry, the concept of cross-generational spaces has gained significant value. With diverse age groups working together in modern workplaces, there is a growing need for furniture that promotes collaboration and flexibility. Collaborative and flexible furniture not only fosters teamwork and communication but also accommodates the varying needs and preferences of individuals across different generations.

In a world where different cultures and perspectives clash, it is more important than ever to understand and celebrate cultural diversity. In fact, diversity is something that should be celebrated every day, not just on World Day for Cultural Diversity. As a company that pursues diversity within our walls, we want to commemorate this special day by sharing the voices of our employees.

So, what makes a workplace amazing? Is it the company policy, the office amenities, the bonus structure, pay, or work model? We can attest that it’s the people that we hire, the people who help build company culture because without them Corporate Environments would not be as successful as it has been today.

“DO YOUR BEST IN WHATEVER JOB YOU HAVE, NO MATTER WHAT IT IS. LEARN THE MOST YOU CAN, EXPAND YOUR EXPERIENCE AND DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT. NEVER BE AFRAID TO TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT.” - Karen Hughes

Have you ever considered how much time you spend sitting at your desk? We spend more time swiping on dating apps than thinking of the impact the chair we sit on has on our body and day-to-day productivity. Think about it, we spend about eight hours a day at work, and out of those eight hours, we are oblivious to the comfort level of the chair we’re sitting on.

Organizations refresh, move, or rebrand their workspace every day, and with that comes a high investment of money and time. During the first part of the year, it is common for organizations to reevaluate their space and reconfigure all or slightly tweak where needed. Regardless of the magnitude of space change, our Day 2 Service Program helps your organization manage the upkeep of your interior furnishings, ensuring your products last longer and that your workspace continues to perform at its very best.

Since 1969, Neocon has been established as the industry leading commercial interior design event showcasing ideas that will transform workplace environments. Neocon continues that tradition today, still recognized as the most valuable with a high-attendance rate event for designers, manufacturers, and dealers to discover people, products, and upcoming trends. This year, Neocon’s exhibitors showcased designs with warm, welcoming, and collaborative layouts to visually share the future of office spaces – the hotelification concept. This concept portrays the need to blend the digital and physical realms, promoting a new way of working and creating a positive work experience for everyone.

Interior design for healthcare is filled with unique considerations: durability because of the hard use in areas that host patients around the clock, flexibility to address a wide range of functionality and equipment, and aesthetics to promote efficiency and the comfort of patients. All of this in a setting where cleanliness and hygiene are crucial factors and where the space needs to remain in constant use. Downtime for repairs can be a logistical nightmare. Combine these elements with the rapid construction timeline often required for healthcare spaces and the challenge can be daunting.

We’ve all heard it: “sitting is the new smoking!” Such bombastic statements can lead to skepticism and assumptions of sensationalist claims backed by little research. But the numbers are in. And while your desk won’t give you cancer, there are genuine health problems linked with leading a sedentary lifestyle.

Knoll has released their latest research on the generation that will be entering the workforce by the close of this decade: Generation Z. Like every generation, Generation Z has unique values, such as structure and predictability, and strengths, like their effortless comfort with the online world and technology. They will also face specific challenges because they are more distractible and will not be as adept at interpersonal work relationships and interactions. These factors will gradually reshape the workplace as it is redefined to maximize their effectiveness and productivity.