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If you take a look around your office, you’ll likely notice that it’s a very different place to a few generations ago. Not only are teams more diverse in terms of gender and ethnicity, but they’re also very diverse in terms of age. In fact, we’re at a point where many organizations will see four different generations in the workplace. Here are some tips from our  contemporary office furniture  on how to help everyone get onto the same team. What are the Four Different Generations All About?  While it’s important not to expect every person from each generation to fit the mold, it’s important to have a good idea of the general characteristics of each generation. Here is a brief summary: Baby Boomers:  This includes people born from 1946 to 1964 and is the first generation to be known for prioritizing their work ethic. Face-to-face interaction is more important than tech, and they’re known for being competitive, driven, and single-minded. Genera...

In recent years, tech companies have been dominating the  innovative office design  industry, demonstrating how innovation and creativity can create a high-performance workplace. Here is some inspiration from some of the most noteworthy tech offices from around the world. Airbnb USA Headquarters Airbnb has transformed the short-term rental industry and how we see our homes. So, it should be no surprise that it’s changing how we see offices too. Their San Francisco office was designed by the company’s Environments Team and local architects to create a truly unique space. The revitalization of this building meant bringing in as much natural light as possible through the original glass structure, stripping the building down to its core. As a global company, the building has a global theme, with different spaces including cafes, building floors, and meeting rooms reflecting different cities and countries around the world. Dropbox The new Sydney offices for Dro...

Sustainability is more than a trend in the business world. In fact, it’s becoming a staple that guides every aspect of the workplace, from building design and eco-friendly heating and cooling to partnering with green businesses for everything from office supplies to  contemporary office furniture . Here are 5 great ideas for creating a sustainable workplace: Help Your Cleaning Go Green:  It’s important to have a healthy, hygienic work environment, but that doesn’t mean you have to use harsh or harmful chemicals to reach that goal. Partner with a cleaning company that uses environmentally friendly products and stock your kitchen and washrooms with Green cleaning products, soaps, and hand cream. It not only helps the planet, it’s a health benefit to employees who suffer from allergies and sensitivities to chemicals too. Start a Green Transport Initiative:  If your employees are all driving their own cars to work, your company’s carbon footprint is going...

Engaged employees are your company’s best employees! They’re enthusiastic, involved, and committed to your organizational goals. They’re also very rare.  According to Gallup , 70% of workers aren’t engaged in the workplace, with 16% being actively disengaged. This not only results in poor performance, but also low productivity and a lack of innovation. Fortunately, there’s a lot that organizations can do to turn this around – including transforming your office design. Here’s some insight from our contemporary  office furniture  team. An Open, Accessible and Flexible Layout  Very few roles in an organization consist of one task that is repeated each day. For the most part, employees (and especially the employees your organization relies on the most) have a wide variety of tasks and goals to accomplish through their week or even their day. As a result, they need an environment that offers different spaces for different tasks in order to get the optimal leve...

An office or workplace with personality has been proven to boost productivity and creativity among employees. Here are some tricks on how to add character to your office space, from modern office chairs and contemporary executive seating to more creative ideas that are sure to keep employees motivated to give their best.  Introduce New Rooms (H2) There are many corporate offices taking a different approach in terms of designing a specific area keeping the brand image in their mind. For example, many brands showcase playful essence, their office designers opted to create innovative recreational areas including a special room for video games, an aquarium equipped with comfortable napping pods, and a specific space where employees can get some exercise.   These rooms should not be regarded as rest areas or ‘break rooms’. On the contrary, they are integral parts of your operations and a spur to productivity. They act as catalysts for ideation and co-creation...