Design

The key steps Ingka is taking to boost workplace experience

In the second of a three-part series on designing a magnetic workplace experience, we talk to Momcilo Pavlovic of IKEA. What does the future of work look like for this global home furnishing brand?

Which nature scenes do most to stave off mental exhaustion?

Exposure to nature is generally regarded as an aid to restoring depleted cognitive resources. But new international research suggests that not all natural environments are equal

Six essential building blocks for a better workplace experience

What create a memorable event with universal appeal? In the first of a three-part series on designing a better workplace experience, we report on the findings of a special creative workshop

Health and work: can we design a more interconnected approach?

Workplace wellbeing has been moving up the agenda since the pandemic, but are we addressing the issue in sufficient depth? A new article series with Adrianse explores a more holistic framework for health and work

New studies reveals noise as top source of dissatisfaction at work

What design factors impede professional performance in the workplace? Two new studies from field of applied psychology point the finger at a familiar culprit

From compliance to inclusivity: embracing workplace accessibility for all

Are companies going far enough when it comes to workplace accessibility? They might be meeting minimum legal requirements, but companies should go above and beyond to be inclusive

Lines from Lagos: how the Nigerian workspace market in expanding

Adewunmi Adegbola produced the Nigerian Pavilion at the 2023 London Design Biennale. In this interview she discusses the design approach of her practice Siriano as the Lagos market develops

How poor environmental quality threatens employee health

The standard of environmental quality in the workplace could be affecting individual and company performance far more than we think. A new guide from AECOM explores the key factors