We approach the end of the Q1. Let’s revisit office industry patterns for the year ahead. And with a higher-level look at implications in real estate in particular. Eminent are the RTO struggle, downsizing, amenity thinking, and a slow, sure adoption of flex space. Read the first blog: The most important office design trends forWięcej
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Sensory overload is when stimuli overburden your senses. Difficulty functioning in one’s space is the clear indicator — hazy thinking, discomfort, anxiety, and so on. It is an inherent risk in open workplaces. Acoustic pods and booths offer peaceful refuge, helping maintain balance. Sensory overload in open plan offices – tl;dr What is sensory overloadWięcej
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In 2021, 100% of employees had anxiety about returning to the office. 71% saw less flexibility as a top source; 68%, the commute. Today, this anxiety persists. As organizations retrofit their offices to give more flexibility, earning its commute, acoustic pods prove part of the solution. Return to office anxiety – tl;dr Fear of returningWięcej
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Office pods can boost employee morale. How should they be arranged for maximum benefit to employee wellness?
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Sound orchestrates a workplace’s ebb and flow positively or negatively. It influences the mood and thinking power of every employee. Hushoffice acoustic booths are unique spatial solutions designed in light of this fact.
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Did you know headache disorders are more prevalent year by year? Similarly, low back pain is quickly becoming ubiquitous. Sharing a strong link to office noise, both are purely modern phenomena worth a close look. Incidentally, well-furnished, quiet office pods and booths can help. Headaches and back pain occurring at office work – tl;dr OfficeWięcej
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Utilizing wasted space. Balancing togetherness and “me” time. Accounting for departmental proximity. Optimizing foot traffic. Promoting a satisfactory flow of light across the floor. The right booth arrangement per your office’s size can realize many good spatial principles. Office booths for small, medium, and large offices – tl;dr Why does your company need office privacyWięcej
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Let the following blog lead you on the typical journey our acoustic call booth makes in an office space as it is relocated from zone to zone to support emergent needs.
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There may be no better time than a new year to rethink the make of the space people spend nearly 20% of their life in focused effort: the office. To follow are some of the most important workplace design trends for 2024. The most important office design trends for 2024 – tl;dr Flexibility will continueWięcej
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Activity-based working is becoming popular. It is a method that can meet employee needs while saving costs. But what are the philosophy’s advantages and disadvantages? And how can you boost the success of an ABW mode through the office’s design? Let’s see. An activity-based workplace – tl;dr What is activity-based work (ABW)? Activity-based working (ABW)Więcej
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Intra-office video calls tap into the workplace’s tailored spaces for smooth, hassle-free connections. It lets employees focus on each meeting’s substance over the intricacies of setup. This, and many more benefits make this new type of virtual meeting a fine choice in a hybrid world. Let’s take a look. Intra-office video conferencing – tl;dr DigitalWięcej
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An office booth is for more than independent work. It is a sanctuary for relaxation, a super creative studio, a recording space for strong presentations. There are in truth innumerable inventive ways to use pods and booths in your office space. Let’s take a look. Creative ways to use booths in your office – tl;drWięcej
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An activity-based workplace, properly divided, can better a team’s morale. The right balance of “open” and “closed” is vital. Approached with universal design principles top of mind, too, performance gains are sure to follow. Let’s take a look at the research. tl;dr – boosting mental health in a perfectly zoned activity-based office How does theWięcej
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The metaverse is set to generate up to $5 trillion by 2030. Of course, businesses that fail to partake are at a competitive disadvantage. So how to surf the metaverse wave and stay relevant? We say the office must promote its integration without compromising human connection. Let’s take a look. How will the metaverse changeWięcej
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Changing technologies, information overload, and the need for constant online communication can equal serious stress for your employees. Without smart measures, there is no relief from pressing connectedness. Acoustic office booths provide the noise-free environment and mental refuge needed. Digital stress in a hybrid work world – tl;dr Remote work and digital stress — newWięcej
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Remote work made teams reimagine their workplaces. Most precisely, the measurable, meaningful value the office gives employees, or Workplace Value Proposition (WVP). Today, as we aim to draw employees back, WVP is a particularly valuable tool strictly focused on the workplace itself. Workplace Value Proposition – tl;dr Back to the office: employee expectations and employerWięcej
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Office phone booths are becoming popular additions to hybrid office spaces. They provide speech privacy and untouchable focus at a time when unbroken concentration is at a premium. So, what should you look for in your first phone booth? Let’s take a look. Phone booths for office – tl;dr Phone booths in the office? AWięcej
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Remote work and flexible schedules have become increasingly prevalent. And today, third places are serving as a bridge between the home and the office for many. They contribute to organizational success and employee happiness equally, in terrific ways. Let’s take a look. Third places in hybrid world – tl;dr What are third places? Third placesWięcej
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In an era where flexibility reigns supreme, online education propels us forward, making learning and collaboration accessible to all, no matter where you are. Private, acoustically perfect, and simple, Hushoffice pods make flawless spaces for recording or attending such business webinars. Acoustic office booths for online trainings – tl;dr From the conference room to theWięcej
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By curating an office space that realizes ergonomic principles, you empower employees to work with utmost ease. An Activity-Based Workplace paradigm aids this curation. It is special in how it produces a detailed understanding of a team’s daily tasks and specifies discrete zones apt for each task. Let’s take a look. Activity-based workplace design –Więcej
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Small office spaces present unique challenges. Streamlining a tight floor plate. Layout efficiency with smooth movement and no congestion. The right balance between collaborative and private work areas. We believe acoustic booths are part of the equation! Acoustic booths in smaller offices – tl;dr Small office, big noise — the challenges of working in aWięcej
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Does your office have a privacy problem? Acoustic booths can transform your floor by providing the desirable balance between collaboration and much-needed peace of mind. Privacy in open plan offices – tl;dr Why are acoustic and visual privacy so important in an open space office? Acoustic privacy is seclusion from surrounding sounds and noises inWięcej
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95% of workers get video call fatigue. Why is this modern malady so widespread? Constant visual focus. Limited nonverbal cues. Sedentariness. A high cognitive load. Isolation and more. Positively, Hushoffice pods make videoconferences dramatically better. Not just less exhausting — smooth and easy. Business owners find themselves at the helm, captains of this hybrid shipWięcej
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In today’s panorama, agility is key. Brainstorming assists a team’s smooth navigation and adaptation to market swings, customer needs, and industry shifts. However, tech hang-ups, spotty participation, and lack of in-office brainstorm spaces can stymy creativity during group ideation. Hushoffice acoustic office booths help bridge the divide. Brainstorming in the hybrid mode – tl;dr BrainstormingWięcej
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What is employee experience? Why does it matter? What elements contribute to a positive one? What role does the office play? The following blog takes a look at the principles of employee experience, illuminating how the office can shape each employee’s journey for the better. Employee experience – tl;dr How to understand employee experience? LookWięcej
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The office can instill trust, inspire camaraderie, and drive exceptional results. In a largely virtual work world, it’s the single home base where employees and clients connect to enjoy genuine collaboration. The unifying thread? A lucid brand experience that starts at the front door. Corporate branding through office design – tl;dr You can only makeWięcej
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Stress in the office is a significant, pervasive issue affecting the majority of workers. Its causes are both psychological, i,e., looming deadlines, and environmental, i.e., interruptive office noise. So there are many simple changes you can make to generate a more peaceful office today. Stress in the office – tl;dr What is occupational stress? OccupationalWięcej
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Managers of distributed teams must create a cohesive, productive work environment despite physical distance. Communication barriers must be overcome. A unified vision must be shared. A few sure principles can help this endeavor! Managing distributed teams – tl;dr What is a distributed team? A distributed team is a group of employees who work together butWięcej
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At June 12–14 we will be presenting a new line of acoustic booths during NeoCon 2023 in Chicago. It is the first time that the hushFree line will be presented at a U.S. fair. The newest line is a brand response to current employer and employee needs in the field of agile and hybrid work.Więcej
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Noise distractions are the top complaint in many offices. And it can take 20 minutes to regain focus on a task once distracted. What’s more: today’s employee experiences one distraction every half hour. And 42% of them even worry about slipping into “noise rage” if their colleagues are too loud. Let’s take a closer look.Więcej
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