Beyond the Desk
News from the World of Work
Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
International Energy Agency (IEA) recommends working from home to ease economic impacts of disruption to oil markets caused by war. [...]
Company says tool to compare self-reported hours with computer estimates is for ‘awareness, not enforcement’ [...]
Simple shifts, like paying closer attention and delegating clearly, not only ease tension at home, but can also build stronger teams, research by Kathleen McGinn, Alexandra Feldberg, and Amanda Nerenberg [...]
A COO has seen firsthand how well remote systems can work, but also what happens when people don’t share the same space very often. [...]
Enterprise software updates show how Windows upgrades, endpoint lifecycle planning and hybrid work infrastructure are reshaping enterprise IT strategy. [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
The future of work continues to evolve in 2026, as companies like Meta and IBM reshape their workplace strategies to balance remote flexibility with in-office [...]
From cutting-edge lighting solutions and sustainable housing to high-end appliances and revolutionary surface materials, students from St. Clair College's Interior Design program got an immersive look into the future of [...]
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
AI at the Workplace
77% of AI Users Report It Decreased Their Productivity
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Mental Health at Work
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Inclusivity Uncovered: Lisa Whited’s Insights on Diverse Workplaces
In a recent interview, Lisa Whited, an advocate for workplace equality and inclusion, sat down with Sibani Sarma to discuss her experiences and insights. Lisa, a self-proclaimed feminist and environmentalist, shared her perspective on the historical roots of workplace design,…
Take a walk for a creativity boost – Parthajeet Sarma
This article has been written by Parthajeet Sarma. He is a Chevening scholar (Oxford University), writer, award-winning innovator and entrepreneur. 15 years out of his over two decades of work experience, has been as an entrepreneur. Set up in 2003,…
A BIG Thank you from Founder Sibani Sarma
A BIG thank you to the Speakers, Panelists, Sponsors, supporters and guests at Gallopper Talks 2018. I had never dreamt that my baby, Gallopper would grow up to give me such pride. I am completely overwhelmed just observing and absorbing the positive feedback…
What does the client have that designers often overlook?
The answer is of course Financial Freedom. Architects and Interior Designers build beautiful homes for clients; even better looking hotels and resorts. Often it turns out that the designer overlooks profitability of the project. One often hears architects saying (almost proudly) “I…
Design Labs: Transforming Employee Centricity in the Workplace
A design lab can have a significant impact on employee centricity by fostering a culture of empathy, collaboration, and innovation within an organization. Employee centricity is about putting employees at the center of decision-making and designing work processes, environments, and…
Every building has to have an idea! – American Architect Robert Harvey Oshatz
Watch Robert Oshartz in conversation with Architect Sibani Sarma, Founder of Gallopper | For Godrej Interio Talk the Walk | An interview series focused on the inspiration behind path-breaking works in the design sector.
Innovative Office Environments: A Closer Look at Activity-Based Work and Fit-Outs
The traditional office layout, with its rows of cubicles and assigned desks, is no longer the most efficient or effective way to work. Today’s businesses are increasingly turning to flexible office and fit-out solutions, such as activity-based workspaces. Activity-based workspaces…
Professions that gain most from Hybrid Work
There is much talk about the gains of adopting hybrid ways of work. While some say that they have not gained much from its adoption, others disagree. We explore and try to understand which are those professions that are gaining…
Enhancing Workplace Experiences: A Conversation with Zainab Mukadam
In a beautifully adorned office space, an intriguing conversation unfolds as Zainab Mukadam, Head Design and Workplace at Cushman & Wakefield, India, a visionary architect and designer, shares her insights into the transformative power of design in enhancing workplace experiences.…
