Beyond the Desk
News from the World of Work
Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
LinkedIn listed the top 25 jobs on the rise for 2026, and AI is a hot trend. But can you guess which role is the hottest? [...]
TCS has already linked variable pay to attendance compliance, signalling a broader effort to enforce its return-to-office policy. [...]
The world of work in 2026 will amplify the challenges HR faced this year, requiring people leaders to lean into resilience and adaptability. [...]
GUEST OPINION: Australian organisations have embraced hybrid work, yet many offices are still navigating the transition. Despite employee appetite for collaboration, too many spaces fall short because they’re not designed, or equipped, [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
Job security ‘top priority’ for UK workers in 2026 [...]
Ruggable’s design team reveals why cold minimalism is fading in 2026 — and how warmth, color, and personality are reshaping modern homes. [...]
Humanscale, a global leader in sustainable and high-performance ergonomic workplace design, has marked 2025 as a year of major international recognition, securing seven prestigious awards… [...]
Humanscale, a leading designer and manufacturer of sustainable and high-performance ergonomic workplace design is proud to have achieved seven major wins… [...]
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
A study reveals that employees sacrifice nearly 9 hours of family time each week, contributing to stress and burnout. Discover how AI tools can help reclaim personal time and improve [...]
'Every other month, I do one thing that I normally wouldn’t have done.' [...]
Residents deputed in emergency, trauma centres of clinical, surgical and super specialty departments report having it tougher [...]
The world is filled with more noise than we can possibly manage, and adding more isn’t the way to muddle through. It’s time to take things off the table. [...]
AI at the Workplace
Why AI Is Killing Career Growth, Not Jobs | Work After AI
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Mental Health at Work
A study reveals that employees sacrifice nearly 9 hours of family time each week, contributing to stress and burnout. Discover how AI tools can help reclaim personal time and improve [...]
'Every other month, I do one thing that I normally wouldn’t have done.' [...]
Residents deputed in emergency, trauma centres of clinical, surgical and super specialty departments report having it tougher [...]
The world is filled with more noise than we can possibly manage, and adding more isn’t the way to muddle through. It’s time to take things off the table. [...]
Future of Work
Shaping the Future of Work with AI w. Christian Hendriksen, CBS
Innovative Office Design Strategies for Space Optimization
Office space ranks as the second most significant expense for most businesses, trailing only behind employee salaries. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that this investment yields returns. Underutilized offices not only drain finances but also miss out on opportunities…
Designing for the Real, in the Virtual
Gautam Tewari, co-founder of Trezi, in 2018, delivered a scintillating talk at Gallopper Talks on the changing phase of design technology and the significance of virtual reality in the architectural field. Although much has changed over the last five years,…
Build a Home Office That Impresses in Every Meeting
Whether you’re welcoming a client through your front door or onto a Zoom call, your home office shouldn’t feel like a compromise. It should tell the story of who you are, what you value, and how seriously you take your…
Seamlessly combining the Old with the New: Ketan Sonalkar
“To be able to deliver projects that we and our clients will be proud of,” is Architect Ketan Sonalkar’s motto. Ketan Sonalkar, with a degree in Architecture from the premier institute, Sir J.J. College of Architecture, has worked in different capacities…
Strategies for Optimizing Office Space
The modern workplace is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements, changing work dynamics, and a growing emphasis on flexibility. In this shifting landscape, businesses are reevaluating their real estate strategies to optimize space utilization and adapt to the needs of…
The Benefits of Activity-Based Working: A Modern Approach to Workplace Design
Activity-Based Working (ABW) is a contemporary approach to workspace and work practices that prioritizes flexibility and adaptability. Unlike traditional fixed desk setups, ABW provides employees with a range of work settings and environments to choose from, tailored to their specific…
Flexible Work Arrangements: Balancing Employee Preferences with Organizational Needs
The modern workplace has evolved significantly in recent years, reflecting changing attitudes toward work and a greater emphasis on work-life balance. One of the most prominent shifts has been the rise of flexible work arrangements, which provide employees with greater…
Designing for Psychological Safety: Unpacking Workplace Well-Being
In a world where the dynamics of workspaces are constantly evolving, the significance of mental and physical wellness at the workplace has emerged as a vital consideration. Vipul Tapke – CEO and Chief Architect – JTCPL Designs and Sibani Sarma…
Coronavirus: Steps for Mental Well-being when working from home
Employers, employees, family, friends – these are really challenging times for everyone and it looks like we are going to have to change the way that we live and interact, till the end of the Coronavirus crisis. One thing for sure is that in this time of uncertainty, mental health, now at home or the office, must be a priority for everybody.
