Return to the Office post COVID – The New Neighbourhood Norm Planning a new way of working in the office post-COVID When the authorities deem it safe to return to the office, a major change in how we work and use the office space will bring new meaning to what the office represents. While a vast number of employees will work from the office on a more casual basis and alternate between office and home, the new workspace concept of Neighborhoods will create a better workspace for all in the new norm. The concept of Urban Physics is determining the new office culture ahead of the return to the office. Focusing on the new way of working and the ability for most employees to be just as productive at home is changing the way in which office spaces are designed, particularly around the workstations and desks. This change, is seeing a reduction in office space to save costs and the creation of more diverse , mixed use, hub style office spaces. Workstations and personal desks are now reduced in numbers and being replaced with more casual, away from the desk seating, to create a home from home type scenario. Employees are encouraged to work individually or in collaborative groups in more varied and transient workspaces. The fixed individual desk is being replaced by non- consigned collaborative furniture and workspaces. Neighborhood workspaces focus on the collaborative space being as important as the personal space, and casual seating valued above formal seating W2W NEIGHBOURHOOD PRESENTATION ASK US ABOUT YOUR PROJECT Orangebox are the contract furniture leader when it comes to creating furniture for this type of office scenario. The modular, diverse Away from the Desk range is a key piece to creating these neighbourhood environments. The corporate and controlled office as we know it is changing to more relaxed and welcoming environments. Flexible furniture solutions offer both teamwork spaces and quiet , more focused areas that allow the employee work where they feel most comfortable and most productive. The Greyfox Sympatico and Grounded ranges encourage teamwork and flexibility while pods like the Framery Booth encourage quiet spaces for individual working. This allows for an office environment fit for all employees, no matter the role or their work style. Studies show that this Agile way of work increases productivity, innovation and flexibility and in turn has a better impact on the overall wellbeing of staff and thus keeping a workforce for longer. These flexible working environments play a significant role in a positive employee experience and one that will empower employees to do their best work. Gráinne Lyons, W2W Sales & Specification Manager VIEW NEIGHBOURHOOD PRODUCTS EMAIL GRÁINNE TO DISCUSS Discuss your plans to return to the office with the author EMAIL GRÁINNE FOLLOW US Glazing Flooring Furniture Acoustics Contact Us +353 01 6420050 Casement House, Baldonnell Business Park, Baldonnell, Dublin, D22Y5H2. ©2021 - Walls2Workstations Terms and conditions Legal Cookie Policy Cookies Settings Design and Development by By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Policy Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies