100 Years of Office Designs Kait Kingman July 23, 2021 Taylorism Courtesy of Groom Office Environments Offices have changed a lot over the last century and today we’re covering the design, construction, and technological advancements made to get us to the modern office. 1920’s-1940’s Office layout and efficiency were the focus of the first modern offices, with managers and leadership on the perimeters and employees occupying open space in a concept called Taylorism, named after Frederick Taylor. In the 1930’s, air conditioning and fluorescent lighting was introduced. 1950’s An open factory style floor plan was introduced to increase productivity, making all workers visible. Due to lighting, workers had more flexibility with where they could work. Higher ranking employees had their own offices and executives had corner offices with the most windows which was considered a status symbol at the time. Courtesy of The People Group Courtesy of Bos Office Furniture 1960’s The “action office” - a three-walled cubical, also known as Burolandschaft - focused on organizing office spaces to meet the needs of employees. It created multiple work areas with more flexibility on where employees could be located. Interaction was encouraged between employees. Action Office Courtesy of Blogging on Business 1970’s Cubicles became the popular office layout and computers were starting to make their appearance, though they weren’t common. Daylight/open windows, views, and space became important to employees. Courtesy of Click Americana Courtesy of Business Insider 1980’s Glass and concrete in the office were made popular due to their clean look and modern feel, cubicles were also still very popular due to being an inexpensive furnishing option. However, their popularity led to the “clunky” and “heavy” feeling in workspaces. 1990’s Open offices regained popularity as employers began to focus more on collaboration rather than strictly productivity. People were starting to work away from their desks more and spaces were painted and designed to be more colorful and casual. Courtesy of Loc Commercial Turn of the Century “Co-working” became the new trend due to the rise of independent and remote professionals. “Fun” office designs and layouts started to gain popularity, making the workplace enjoyable. Turn of the Century Courtesy of Bisley Today Sustainability, wellness, community, and nature are heavily incorporated into the workplace with an emphasis on natural lighting and plants. Piaggio Fast Forward Courtesy of Haynes Group References https://hubblehq.com/blog/office-space-timeline-past-present-future-infographic https://k2space.co.uk/knowledge/history-of-office-design/ https://www.k-mark.co.za/blog/office-trends-1920s-today https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Taylorism What's the Best Flooring Option for Your Space? Kait Kingman July 2, 2021 From paint to lighting options, we’re on a mission to help you find the best materials and options for your spaces. Today we’re walking you over some of the best flooring options. Hardwood With its ability to be refinished and long lifespan, hardwood is a top competitor. Décor matching is easy with the numerous types and colors of wood at your disposal, and the material is also solid and low-maintenance. It’s aesthetically pleasing, making it an ideal option for offices, restaurants, and hospitality. Courtesy of Innovative Building Materials Courtesy of Heaven’s Best Carpet & Rug Cleaners Birmingham, AL Carpeting Creates the illusion of comfort and adds warmth. It’s also a great noise reducer, which is why it’s ideal in high-traffic areas like offices and lobbies. Carpeting can also be a less expensive flooring option. With their variety of colors, patterns, and textures, they can be ideal for adding subtle décor to a space. Vinyl A popular for high-use spaces. Vinyl is waterproof, durable, and easy to clean making it the ideal choice for bathrooms and restaurants. The cost of vinyl is also significantly less than other flooring options with similar qualities. Courtesy of Gerflor Ceramic Floor Courtesy of Ceramica.info Porcelain and Ceramic Tile Made of dense material with few air pockets making it harder and thicker than most tiles, it also is moisture resistant and lasts for years. Ceramic tile has similar qualities and is less expensive. Both are great options for hotels, restaurants, lobbies, and museums. Laminate Inexpensive, durable, and easy to clean flooring options that function well in highly trafficked areas. However, laminate does not fair well against moisture. Courtesy of Topnotch Floors References https://www.flooranddecor.com/engineered-hardwood-wood https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/flooring-material-types/ https://www.consumerreports.org/flooring/right-type-of-flooring-for-every-room/ https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-home-flooring-ideas-and-options/ Choosing the Right Colors for Your Office Space Kait Kingman June 25, 2021 Cover photo courtesy of Scott Brown Painting Construction Complete Construction Complete: Recently Completed Projects Kait Kingman June 18, 2021 We’re starting a new segment here on Haynes Digest called Construction Complete where we highlight a few of our recently completed projects. Lighting Options to Consider for Your Spaces Kait Kingman June 10, 2021 Today, we’re sharing 3 bulb options to consider depending on the type of space and needs you have. Hospitality 5 of the Most Luxurious Hotels in the World Kait Kingman June 4, 2021 Let’s take a quick rip around the world to some of the most luxurious hotels. 5 Ways to Create an Inspiring and Productive Office Kait Kingman March 16, 2021 According to Gettysburg.edu the average person will spend 90,000 hours at work over their lifetime. That’s a long time. Today we’re sharing some ways to refresh, inspire, and promote productivity in your offices. History The Weird, Unique History of Roofs Kait Kingman March 15, 2021 The weird, unique history of the roof Women in Construction Meet the Women of Haynes Group : Women in Construction Week 2021 Kait Kingman March 11, 2021 Meet the women of Haynes Group! Happy Women in Construction Week! 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