Beyond the Desk
News from the World of Work
Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
Travers Smith LLP has advised new client Summa Equity ("Summa") on the acquisition of Peoplesafe, a leading work force safety provider, from ECI Partners and management. [...]
The rise of hybrid work configurations in the UK continues to transform the workplace landscape in 2026. Flexible working arrangements are growing, but this shift introduces significant cybersecurity challenges. Organizations [...]
As hybrid work becomes increasingly prevalent among UK organizations, a slew of security challenges emerges alongside the flexibility of remote arrangements. [...]
A new study finds that 94 percent of organizations shifted to some sort of hybrid work structure due to the pandemic and 71 percent plan to make these [...]
A report by NASSCOM and Indeed points out organisations are embedding AI into everyday work and that due to this trend, the focus will shift from execution to outcomes [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
Office lobby design is evolving into a top building amenity, blending hospitality, workspaces, and street-level placemaking. [...]
Office lobby design is evolving into a top building amenity, blending hospitality, workspaces, and street-level placemaking. [...]
2026 will see businesses doubling down their focus on their people. As not only their biggest asset, but also one of their greatest investments – companies are ensuring that their [...]
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
An IIT Hyderabad graduate working in Tokyo compares work cultures in Japan and India. Her views have sparked online discussions about global work-life balance and professional experiences. [...]
Naukri’s Voices at Work report examines how Gen Z professionals prioritise work-life balance, upskilling, and growth opportunities at work. [...]
We check in with Ledgewood Elementary teacher Julie Wiest and she tells us what led her to end up teaching Kindergarten. She also says what keeps her coming [...]
Read this exciting story from Business Standard January 14, 2026 issue. Infosys co-founder N R Narayana Murthy may still be extolling the virtues of a 72-hour work week. But Gen [...]
AI at the Workplace
AI Takes Over Management! Is Your Job at Risk?
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Mental Health at Work
An IIT Hyderabad graduate working in Tokyo compares work cultures in Japan and India. Her views have sparked online discussions about global work-life balance and professional experiences. [...]
Naukri’s Voices at Work report examines how Gen Z professionals prioritise work-life balance, upskilling, and growth opportunities at work. [...]
We check in with Ledgewood Elementary teacher Julie Wiest and she tells us what led her to end up teaching Kindergarten. She also says what keeps her coming [...]
Read this exciting story from Business Standard January 14, 2026 issue. Infosys co-founder N R Narayana Murthy may still be extolling the virtues of a 72-hour work week. But Gen [...]
Future of Work
AI and the future of work breaking the myths
Top 5 Challenges impacting Professionals of the Interior Design Industry
In recent times there has been a huge change in the way the Interior Design Industry functions. Interior Design as an Industry has been a very recent inclusion in people’s lives in India and it had just about begun to…
Life is short. Let’s build stuff that matters – Ar. Sabeena Khanna
Architect Sabeena believes in Leonardo Da Vinci’s “Simplicity is the intimate sophistication”. Architectural inspiration came to her at an early age from her father, Ar. V.N Shah, who spearheaded Haryana and Himachal Pradesh for almost 20 years as Chief Architect.…
To Inspire creations that turn Dreams to Reality- Milind Pai
“Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works”- Steve Jobs. A true veteran of design, Chief Architect Milind Pai of the firm Milind Pai – Architects & Interior Designers, graduated from Sir…
Daisy Narayanan, the lady behind Carfree Sundays, Edinburgh
Watch Daisy Narayanan 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.
The Power of Music in the Workplace : Striking the Right Chord for Success
Organizations are exploring innovative ways to enhance employee experience and boost productivity. One such avenue gaining recognition is the strategic integration of music into the work environment. While personal preferences vary, the influence of music on mood, creativity, and collaboration…
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…
Is Gaudi too Gaudy?
Contributed by Priyal Kotian, 1st Year Student of Architecture, Dr. Baliram Hiray College of Architecture, Mumbai. The first polite word that comes to mind when you see an Antoni Gaudi designed building is ostentatious. Indeed, his works are something…
Lending a pristine and minimal element to Design – Rohit Bhoite
An architect’s delight that allows you to experience the lifestyle of the client principally through the design. With a Master’s Degree from Domus Academy Spa, Italy and a graduate from Interior Designing from Rachna Sansad, School of Interior Design, Rohit Bhoite has…
“Why do you want to work with us?” : 3 tricks to tackle that question in an interview
Most jobseekers are faced with the question “Why do you want to join this organisation?” While it may sound clichéd, an impressive answer may be the key to actually getting the job. Every employer expects a new recruit to be…
