As soon as he quits, Joe immediately feels great for the first time in years. But it doesn't have to be that way. New cube designs shun Sheetrock, giving way to modular plastics, metals, and fabrics. Kitchens boast breakfast bars wired for laptops. Whiteboards sprout wheels.
Fluorescent lights dim in favor of lamps and natural light.
And public meeting areas, not private executive offices, hug windows. You can guess some of the reasons behind this trend. Creating a better face naturally attracts employees and clients, and the more amenities you provide, the more hours your employees may want to put in. It's so simple, yet so powerful. Pay careful attention to your space, and your employees' productivity, health, and happiness can skyrocket.