In today’s hybrid workplace, technology plays a defining role in how space is experienced. Yet too often, AV and collaboration tools are introduced late in the planning process, treated as add-ons rather than essential infrastructure. The result is familiar: underused rooms, frustrated users, and support teams stretched thin. The reality is simple: if technology doesn’t work seamlessly, people won’t use…
Today’s world of work is hyperconnected, fluid, and no longer defined by a fixed location. Teams collaborate across offices, cities, and time zones, often within the same meeting. In this environment, the workplace must do more than provide a space with desks and meeting rooms. It must actively support and facilitate connection, focus, and an elevated experience. At the center of this evolution is technology. For many organizations, technology…
When Boomi decided to move from a shared WeWork space into its own dedicated Vancouver office, the goal was clear: create a workplace that reflects the company’s brand, supports hybrid work, and inspires employees to do their best. The result is a vibrant, three-floor headquarters in Four Bentall Centre, designed to foster growth, attract talent, and facilitate collaboration. From…
Outdoor spaces give people a chance to breathe new life into the workday by providing a comfortable environment where they can socialize, collaborate, or work by themselves away from their desk. These outdoor work areas support mental wellbeing as well as productivity. There are several benefits to creating outdoor workspaces: they give people a…
The shift to hybrid work has changed what people expect from the office. During the pandemic many employees got a taste of working with greater control over their environment; something that was often missing in open office layouts. But while working from home provided more autonomy, it came with its own distractions, from kids and…
Art in educational spaces goes beyond decoration—it plays a vital role in fostering engagement, well-being, and learning. Research shows that students of all ages respond more positively to creative and inspiring environments. That’s why more schools and campuses are investing not only in active learning furniture but also in thoughtfully curated artwork to enrich their…
When we think about healthcare environments, we often focus on advanced technology, skilled professionals, and compassionate care. While these elements are undoubtedly vital, the role of the physical environment in patient outcomes and staff wellbeing is just as crucial. Artwork, in particular, plays an often overlooked but transformative role in creating spaces that foster healing,…
Experts agree: work has changed more dramatically in the past five years than it has in generations. Leaders today are struggling to determine which model of hybrid work is best for their organizations, and employees are struggling to engage and collaborate while working and communicating primarily through technology. Steelcase researchers have identified four overarching, macro-level…
When designing or updating a workspace, it’s easy to get caught up in the big-picture decisions and overlook the finer details. While we all recognize the importance of ergonomic furniture for employee wellbeing—such as adjustable task chairs and standing desks, which have become office staples—there are many other effective ways to support wellness in the…
Biophilia is the idea that humans are genetically drawn to nature, that we are happier and healthier when feeling connected to the natural world. This brings forward another question; why are we drawn to the spaces that we are and how has evolution shaped that? The Savannah Hypothesis discusses how our ancestors left the woodlands…