Beyond the Desk
News from the World of Work
Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
After years away from work and with savings running thin, the way forward may require taking small, realistic steps that restore routine and confidence [...]
Google transforms historic terminal into a billion-dollar office in New York, featuring sustainability, gardens, hybrid work, and modular design. [...]
A $782.2 billion global office construction pipeline signals continued activity, though future projects will focus more on retrofits, sustainability and hybrid workplace design. [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
PETALING JAYA: The Human Resources Ministry has urged employers to consider granting flexible leave arrangements to workers following the government's announcement of an additional public holiday for Hari Raya Aidilfitri. [...]
It has been years since the four-day work week was floated as a solution to everything from traffic congestion to burnout. So why arenât we all doing it now? [...]
China, MNA | China's latest five-year blueprint doesn't just pledge to develop new quality productive forces -- it maps out exactly how to get there. [...]
Gigi Gonzalez moved from Chicago to Valencia, Spain, in 2025. It's transformed her work-life balance, finances and more. [...]
TikTok's latest career advice for burned-out workers: take 12 weeks of medical leave, get paid, and come back with a new job offer [...]
AI at the Workplace
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Mental Health at Work
PETALING JAYA: The Human Resources Ministry has urged employers to consider granting flexible leave arrangements to workers following the government's announcement of an additional public holiday for Hari Raya Aidilfitri. [...]
It has been years since the four-day work week was floated as a solution to everything from traffic congestion to burnout. So why arenât we all doing it now? [...]
China, MNA | China's latest five-year blueprint doesn't just pledge to develop new quality productive forces -- it maps out exactly how to get there. [...]
Gigi Gonzalez moved from Chicago to Valencia, Spain, in 2025. It's transformed her work-life balance, finances and more. [...]
TikTok's latest career advice for burned-out workers: take 12 weeks of medical leave, get paid, and come back with a new job offer [...]
Future of Work
5 Jobs AI Will Replace by 2030 (The Future of Work)
Nurturing Success by Building a Vibrant and Equitable Remote Work Culture
The global workforce landscape has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, with remote work becoming increasingly prevalent. This shift has been accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing organizations to adapt quickly to remote work arrangements. While remote work offers…
Translating clients’ ‘hopes, wishes and wants’ into ‘needs’ through Pre-Design
“Development activities that include design and construction are long drawn and expensive affairs, and sometimes a nightmare for all participants. Business risks to the client because of budget and schedule over runs must be minimized if not eliminated entirely. And…
Creating inclusive Workplaces for People with both visible and invisible Disabilities
The concept of diversity and inclusivity is gaining widespread recognition as a driving force behind innovation and progress. This recognition extends to all facets of life, including the workplace. To foster a truly inclusive work environment, it is essential to…
Bringing in Design Solutions that are contextually insightful – Ar. Uday Goswami
“A firm follower of a ‘process driven design approach’, I try to bring in design solution that is contextually insightful.” says Uday Goswami, an architect and designer, currently working on several projects in leading cities of India and East Africa. Uday…
We are what we are because of you Sir. RIP Ar. Charles Correa.
“A great soul serves everyone all the time. A great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again.” – Maya Angelou We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing away of the doyen of Indian Architecture, Architect Charles…
Lesser the design brief, greater is the responsibility of the designer
“Sometimes you really have to break the rules to make things look different.” This statement holds true in the featured project ‘Blitzz Sports Café’ in Chennai. The brief was simple ‘design a sports themed café, which is original and true…
Blending Philosophy with Design- Himani Anand
“Design to me is the simplest mix of Form and Functionality and the inspiration for this is everywhere,” expresses Himani Anand, an Interior Designer from New Delhi. Interior designing was not her first choice for a profession: rather, it was…
Moving to a Coworking Center? Look before you leap.
Coworking as a mode of working has grown very rapidly over the last five years, to the extent that it may well be called an industry now. Most of the coworking operators that exist today have been in the business…
Restoration and Reuse of Heritage Buildings in Mumbai
D.N. Road, a North–South commercial arterial road, starting from the Crawford Market, linking Victoria Terminus, leads to the Flora Fountain at the southern end of the road. Taking a walk down the road in South Mumbai, one will notice that the entire stretch of…
