After decades of optimizing for space, efficiency, and cost, the workplace industry is finally facing a reckoning: the true measure of success isn’t utilization or occupancy—it’s how people feel at work.

Let’s skip the tired debate about whether people want to be back in the office. They’re already there, some willingly, some with a badge swipe and a sigh. So why is it that we focus so much on the “new norm” for employee behaviors and patterns, but not the new norm for our offices?

We’re pouring trillions into teaching machines to think while millions of employees are quietly breaking down — a stark reminder that human intelligence needs investment too.

Adaptable furniture and modular walls continue to evolve with solutions that embrace the workplace with a purpose and drive impact into all types of work throughout a typical day.

For decades, workplace design has typically revolved around one deceptively simple metric: square feet (SQF) per person. It’s measurable, easy to benchmark and effective for an era when work happened almost exclusively in the office.

JLL’s Christina Piper shares how Gen Z is shaping workplaces with values-driven, inclusive, and sustainable design that supports ROI.

How systemic integration of leading hybrid workplace practices boosts employee engagement, wellbeing, and organizational performance.

Hotels are emerging as new “third places” for remote work, and curated art is at the heart of the shift—shaping mood, sparking creativity, and grounding professionals in a sense of place.

What if the office actually made you feel better? Not just more productive. But clearer. Calmer. Maybe even, on a good day, happier?

As companies scramble to optimize hybrid workspaces, new tech lets them track office use without spying on employees.

Inclusive workplace design starts with psychological safety. Learn how people-first spaces foster trust, engagement, and a sense of belonging.

As the “Silver Tsunami” transforms today’s workforce, inclusive workplace design is more important than ever. Forward-thinking firms like TPG Architecture, HLW’s brandx, and Elevated share how to create spaces that are intuitive, accessible, and engaging for every generation.

Burnout is rising. Focus is fractured. Productivity is stalling and honestly the five day work week is starting to feel outdated. What if working less actually made your team better?

Circular Economy Editor Cynthia Milota speaks with leaders Emily Freeman, Laurie Johnson, and Liz Chapman at Circularity 25 in Denver about how Colorado is shaping national circular economy policy, deconstruction practices, and waste reduction strategies to build a more sustainable future.

As office vacancies continue to be an issue in some cities, coliving is transforming empty spaces into affordable, community-driven housing — slashing costs and adding density in cities worldwide.

Discover how workplace design is shifting from space to experience—leveraging UX, personalization, and behavioral design to boost engagement and culture.

In today’s hybrid workplace, every visit counts - and not just for employees. Whether it’s a prospective hire, a partner, or a high-value client, your office is no longer just a backdrop for meetings.