Objective:

• Determine your objectives.

• Do you prioritize creating a space that drives engagement, belonging and inclusivity?

• Or are you seeking a space that breeds innovation and collaboration?

• None of the above, or all of the above, or is your space just the brass tacks – meat and potatoes?

• No matter what consider your options and clarify your goals.

 

    Physical Space:

• Consider the built environment and how architectural design, layout, materials, and aesthetics can impact day-to-day operations.

• What is the purpose of your space, is it solely for work? If so, how do you work? How many teammates need quiet space, how many collaborate? If so, how often?

• Do you host events, or large meetings?

• Thoughtful space planning that creates efficient and functional space to create value.

 

     Technology:

• What tools and technology can power your space?

• Our team will diagnose and recommend technology you can consider to connect for various functions including

  • Communication

  • reservations, and to

  • help advance  sustainability and ESG goals.

 

     Hybrid Policy:

• How does your chief people person and HR view your space?

• What kind of mix do you need to deliver innovation and efficiency, while catering to your top talent?

• What policies, parental leave, health and wellness, and hybrid are common in your industry?

• How are you balancing in-person and remote work strategies so that you all are moving to your operational objectives?

• How does this compare to your competitors?

 

     Wellness:

• Examine the latest trends in health and well-being. What is being promoted?

• Does your space provide for neurodivergent rockstars? What do they need?

• What is expected out of space, vs. your building, vs. as a nearby amenity?

• Does your space promote or hinder physical and mental health?

• Does it deliver meaningful natural light? How about ergonomic furniture and quiet zones?

 

     Sustainability:

• Employees are demanding sustainability practices from their employers.

• They want to affiliate with organizations that consider the environment and it’s carbon emissions.

• What eco-friendly practices can you incorporate in terms of sustainable and or non-toxic materials, clean-filtered air, energy-efficient systems, and translate your occupancy into a carbon neutral footprint?

 

     Experience and Culture:

• What does it mean to be part of your team?

• What teammates do you need to attract to grow?

• How can you create a unique atmosphere that is true to your culture and values?

• How can design elements, technology and engagement deliver that unique experience that increases connectivity to your collective?

 

     Visioning:

• How does your space reflect your values?

• Your aspirations?

• Engage in a process that brings your design aesthetic dreams into focus for the purpose of determining how your space will activate your brand, values, and culture. 

 

      Demographic and Psychographics:

• Who will engage with your space? Is it internally facing, or is it external, or both?

• What is important to Gen -Z? Millennials, Xers and Boomers? How do we make the space inclusive?

• Consider the needs and preferences of your stakeholders – design and build accordingly.