A Hybrid Work Schedule Can Improve Office Culture

Hybrid work has given us a chance to rethink office design. And in a tight labor market, many businesses have opted to cut costs not by shedding square footage, but by using less dense, more inviting office space to reduce employee turnover. Read on to learn more about this emerging trend, and strategies you can use to optimize extra space and retain talent in the new age of hybrid work.

Office Design, COVID-19, Furniture SolutionsOffice WorksDecember 21, 2022hybrid work, office design, teknion

Post-COVID Workspaces

Today’s workforce looks drastically different than the state it was left in in March 2020. Companies across the United States are making plans to bring workers back to the office and experts forecast big office changes in the near future. But these changes must benefit both on-site and remote team members.

Returning to the Office: Designs for a Changing Workforce

You+ by OFS was inspired by the change in the workforce and adopted three new office space floorplans to meet the needs of employees in the modern-day workforce by placing people at the center of workspace design. Knowing that different people work differently in various office setups, You+ creates opportunities to empower each employee to be their best self. At the heart, these approaches are adaptable to meet the needs of your team’s size and organization as you change over time.

Bringing Executives Back to the Office

The things your employees enjoyed most about their office before leaving for the pandemic have become even more important, while the things that frustrated them will become large barriers if not addressed. Based on insight we’ve gained from some of our clients and leaders in the industry, we’ve gathered a list of our top office design improvements to consider making before welcoming your executives back with open arms.

No, Your Kitchen Table is Not Ergonomic.

If you're still sitting at your kitchen table or other unconventional workspace settings, now is the time to officially upgrade your home office set-up. Still not convinced that you need to ditch the kitchen table? Here’s what you need you to know.

Ergonomics, COVID-19Office WorksMarch 18, 2021ergonomics, remote work, adjustable desk, office desk, home office, work from home, desk chairComment

The Anatomy of a Socially Distant Office

After months of remote work, your business is finally returning to the office. However, your office space may need to be redesigned to allow for social distancing. You may be at a loss for where to start, what to change, and which products to purchase. Here are four steps to take to adjust to this new way of co-existing during a pandemic.

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