Beyond the Desk
News from the World of Work
Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
The new schedule that BART unveiled this week was an act of time-management jujitsu. Here’s everything transit commuters should know. [...]
A federal union is applauding a decision by the federal labour board ordering a department to allow an employee with PTSD to work remotely, saying it shows a “one-size-fits-all” approach [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
Key Takeaways In Dallas, the design trends for office chairs focus on both aesthetics and functionality. Vibrant colors and a variety of textures are becoming increasingly popular, inspiring productivity within [...]
Interior Design‘s latest On the Move includes must-know industry promotions and hires, like a new IIDA New York chapter president, and more. [...]
SIG Workplace and Tarkett has been announced as Gold Sponsor of the Fit Out Awards 2026, bringing specialist workplace design and interior specification experti [...]
After a decade of open-plan, design is bringing the room back. How pods, booths and enclosure are reshaping the look and feel of the workplace [...]
AI drives Indian businesses toward flexible offices as leaders seek adaptable, cost-efficient workspace models amid changing future needs. [...]
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
Discover how Usha Gunasegaran, HR Director at Speedcast, redefines HR in the AI era by prioritizing trust, learning, and accountability. Learn about the evolving workplace dynamics and the critical skills [...]
Apple, Google, Amazon, Starbucks and Wells Fargo are among the top US companies that have eliminated diversity provisions for their directors in the past three years. [...]
Dr. Rasna Gupta, a medical oncologist says pageantry boosts her confidence and improves her work-life balance. [...]
AI at the Workplace
AI Agents Are Becoming Digital Workers—Which Jobs Will Change First?
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Mental Health at Work
Discover how Usha Gunasegaran, HR Director at Speedcast, redefines HR in the AI era by prioritizing trust, learning, and accountability. Learn about the evolving workplace dynamics and the critical skills [...]
Apple, Google, Amazon, Starbucks and Wells Fargo are among the top US companies that have eliminated diversity provisions for their directors in the past three years. [...]
Dr. Rasna Gupta, a medical oncologist says pageantry boosts her confidence and improves her work-life balance. [...]
Future of Work
The Future of Process Automation and System Integration
Building a Culture of Engaged Employees: A Blueprint for Workplace Success
A thriving workplace is one where employees are not just clocking in and out, but actively contributing to the organization’s growth and success. To achieve this, creating a culture of engaged employees is essential. Employee engagement goes beyond job satisfaction;…
Kiron Cheerla, to whom context, client, materials and technology matter
Kiron Cheerla, lead at Kiron Cheerla Architecture (kca) is committed to the design of buildings, not just its function, appearance and spatial quality, but also other important factors such as context, client, materials, technology etc. Kiron Cheerla wanted to become…
A Conversation on Flexibility, Connection, and Purpose
In an engaging pre-Covid conversation, workplace transformation expert Parthajeet Sarma engages in a discussion with remote work consultant Britnee Bond. They delve into various aspects of the modern work environment and the evolving attitudes of the workforce, shedding light on…
A desire to go beyond design through design itself- Prashant Chauhan
“A desire to go beyond design through design itself”, urged Prashant Chauhan to take up architecture as a passionate career. Prashant, being an explorer at heart, would “fiddle around” with various presentation techniques. This gave him an opportunity to relate…
Nurturing Employee Wellness through Biophilic Design
The post-COVID era has brought about a significant shift in how we perceive the workplace. Employee wellness has taken center stage, with organizations recognizing the need to create environments that promote health, productivity, and overall well-being. One of the innovative…
Raja Arjun transcends boundaries of project briefs
Raja Arjun, Founder and Design Manager at Office of Cognitive Design (OCD) believes in pushing the boundaries and thinking out of the box. His work transcends boundaries of project briefs and enters realms of co-creating new experiences for users of…
The Barcelona Pavilion, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
The Barcelona Pavilion was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929. It served as the German National Pavilion for the Barcelona International Exhibition, held on Montjuïc. The sleek and elegant design combined with rich natural material presented Mies’…
A health plan that pays
While supporting employee health and wellness is a worthy goal on its own, there are also returns to the farm business, agrees Adelle Stewart, …
“Future of Facilities Management” – FM Xchange, Development2020
Nimitt Karia and Tanvi Karia, Founders of ‘Development2020’, a multi disciplinary development and project management firm, with prime emphasis on the building industry, have recently released a White Paper on the Future of Facilities Management. With their keen interest and…
