Creating the Perfect Collaboration Space

Collaboration is one of the most powerful forces in the workplace. The pooling of skill sets and strengths can lead to improved problem solving, increased productivity, and more creativity. While overall collaboration time has increased by 50% over the last couple of decades, studies suggest that a collaboration-minded approach to workplace design could make that … Read more

Experience Design in Modern Architecture: A New Design Paradigm

Experience design is revolutionizing architectural practice, fundamentally changing how architects approach their work and how people interact with built spaces. This emerging field combines traditional architectural principles with user-centered design thinking to create more meaningful connections between people and places. The Evolution of Experience-Driven Architecture Legendary architect John Portman once stated, “If a building is … Read more

Dad Style and Reclaimed Wood. What’s the Connection?

A few weeks ago, a colleague brought an article, “Dad Style”, from the Wall Street Journal to my attention. Well written as expected of WSJ but what was so surprising is its correlation to reclaimed wood. As disparate as the worlds of dad style and reclaimed wood may seem, there’s a surprising amount of connection … Read more

How Indoor Environments Affect People’s Lives: 10 Things You Need to Know

There’s lots of research aimed at making the natural environment a better place for humans to be, but what about simulated environments? With research indicating that people spend 90 percent of their time indoors, creating optimal indoor environments is more important than ever. While architects and designers have long prioritized sustainability and eco-friendliness, recently indoor … Read more

Can airports be constructed with sustainable design? We think so. Take a look.

Sustainable design is second nature for many architects and designers today, but there’s still work to be done to fully integrate sustainability into all aspects of the building world. While you may be familiar with sustainably designed offices and institutions, there are still many types of spaces that are being built without sustainability in mind, … Read more

Experiential design improves interior spaces

Using experiential design to build culture and engagement In recent years, a transformative shift in building design and architecture has emerged, placing an emphasis on human wellness and betterment. At the forefront of this movement is experiential design, a dynamic approach that redefines the parameters of good design. Architects and designers are not only concerned … Read more