A truly ‘flexible & social’ workplace has different spaces for people to collaborate, socialise, focus and energise, representing ABW working in the future. Transition in and out of different work settings (ranging from quiet rooms to meeting tables to social areas with soft seating) throughout the day not only helps to motivate ideation and break down social barriers and power distances but also reduces tension and stress, inducing better work quality by letting people unwind in a safe and comfortable space. Throughout the design process, thinking ahead is vital to protect a client’s real estate investment.
