Knowledge Center
Welcome to our virtual think-tank. Here, we have compiled numerous resources and featured articles that represent some of our knowledge of today’s built environment. Please contact us if you would like to learn more.
Powers of 10
In 1999, we (Alicia and Peter) toured a special exhibit on Charles and Ray Eames at the Library of Congress – and found inspiration. Though “Eames” is a well-known name in designer circles, and even in the general public with Read More »
Balancing “We” and “Me”
This article, written by Steelcase researchers and published in the Harvard Business Review, really addresses the balance between the top two factors for productivity and satisfaction: The ability to do distraction-free solo work Support for impromptu interactions Which are, of Read More »
Sound Matters
By far, the most informative, unbiased, and useful report EVER on acoustics in the workplace. This universally relevant topic applies directly to the number one factor influencing employee performance and satisfaction – the ability to do distraction free solo work*. Read More »
Designing a Workplace for Wellbeing
Two great design principles used to achieve the project goal: “How can our environment not just contain how work gets done, but be a catalyst [to evolve] the business?” Seizing the opportunity to make a cultural and philosophical change interwoven Read More »
Make way for the Millennials
A more thorough article with great examples of specific space types – particularly the office commons as the new social hub of the workplace. Our experience is consistent with the overall trend toward reducing square footage assigned to individual work-spaces Read More »