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News from the World of Work
Hybrid + Remote Work
Trends redefining remote and hybrid work.
- Hybrid Work
- Remote Work
The overhaul comes as the Canary Wharf district grapples with weaker demand for offices in the post-pandemic hybrid work era. Rival banks [...]

... work towards scaling up supporting infrastructure. The popularity of the hybrid vehicle, accounting for the majority of alternative engine sales [...]

... Work ForRetail 40 Under 40Rising StarsPACE100 Leading WomenNotable ... Jeep launched its first EV, the Wagoneer S, in January, and the Cherokee will be [...]

Commercial property markets are grappling with hybrid work's staying power. Citi's $1.5 billion bet comes as Canary Wharf office values slipped 20% [...]
... hybrid working policy, allowing staff to work up to two days a week from home. After the COVID-19 pandemic led to more working from home, office [...]

As strike action for thousands of BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU) workers nears the two-week mark, the union's president says he wants remote work [...]

Remote work shouldn't become an excuse for excessive digital oversight or covert spying, they warn. The battle over worker rights in a digital economy. [...]

“I was like, 'Okay, this is cool, I can work from home and not spend ... Remote Work. Follow. You must be logged in to follow.Log InCreate free [...]

“With the increasing reliance on cloud services, remote work, and mobile access, businesses need to implement comprehensive security measures. [...]

... remote work and migrated to less-crowded markets, “U-Haul stated in its study. “More recently, big cities and their expanding suburbs are back to [...]
AI at Work + Workplace Designs
Redefining work: AI and design updates.
- AI at the Workplace
- Workplace Design Trends

“Economic instability, AI-driven job uncertainty, and sluggish job growth have made stability the priority over new opportunities, especially among [...]

Designing AI For Humanity: Explore the profound impact of AI on ... workplace, and ask better questions about education, inclusion and purpose. [...]

Her group is looking at the impact of artificial intelligence in the classroom — but also the impact of AI in the workforce students are preparing to [...]

Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence Supplied. Dubai: The Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work [...]

A spokesperson said: “We already partner with external safety experts on this work, and we aim to establish more and deeper partnerships going forward [...]
Worklife Balance + Mental Health
Wellness at Work Insights.
- Work Life Balance
- Mental Health at Work
What began as a diversion became a lifelong passion and an essential part of his work-life balance. “By taking regular breaks from work [...]

... Work Life in Africa. Published on September 14, 2025. Africa has ... work-life balance. Marrakech, Morocco: Culture-Driven Productivity. [...]
... professional life. 2. Digital Work-life Balance Solutions - The rise of tools that assist in optimizing time off highlights an increasing demand [...]

Other aspects of well-being, including work-life balance, health, social connections, and housing, also scored lower this year. Young adults [...]

... job. As things have evolved over the last few decades, many people have talked about work-life balance. Downtime, flexibility, a path for [...]

From depression to suicide risk, 10 studies show how workplaces are sabotaging mental health. We spend roughly one-third of our adult lives at work [...]

... mental health as their primary condition. In 2002, poor mental ... work to be a strong preventative factor where it comes to poor mental health. [...]

One of those nonprofits is the Vietnamese American Youth Alliance (VAYA), which has received $65,000 toward this work to support the organization's [...]

As fall approaches, F. Scott Fitzgerald quotes, “Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.” I have been working on a book for the [...]

Before working at M Health Fairview, McCoy was a staff member at ... mental health professional, Carpenter said. Even if someone can't [...]
AI at the Workplace
Demis Hassabis On The Future of Work in the Age of AI












From our YouTube Channel
Enhancing Workplace Experience through Design I Zainab Mukadam with Sibani Sarma I Bristol Reframe
🔗 Dive into this captivating episode of the video series, "Reframe", where thought leaders engage in an insightful conversation about creating employee-centric workplaces. In the post-COVID world, employee-centricity holds great importance, particularly in the context of the hybrid work model.
🌟 We want to express our gratitude to the esteemed office furniture brand, Bristol, for collaborating with Blend to make this episode of #Reframe a reality.
Explore the nuances of #EmployeeCentricity, #WorkplaceStrategy, and #WorkplaceDesign in the ever-evolving landscape of hybrid work. Witness the seamless integration of technology and design, which has the power to redefine our work environments and create a harmonious fusion.
🎬 Join us for this illuminating episode as we uncover the future of workspaces, featuring insights from #ZainabMukadam, #ArchitectSibaniSarma, and the collaborative efforts of #BristolFurniture and #BlendWorld.
#WorkplaceEnhancement #DesignSolutions #EmployeeWellness #HybridWorkplace #OfficeFurniture #InnovativeDesign #FutureOfWork #ThoughtLeaders #HybridOfficeSpaces #EmployeeJourney #WorkspaceEvolution #CollaborativeDesign #cushman #CushmanandWakefield
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Hybrid & Remote Work
- Hybrid Work
- Remote Work
The overhaul comes as the Canary Wharf district grapples with weaker demand for offices in the post-pandemic hybrid work era. Rival banks [...]

... work towards scaling up supporting infrastructure. The popularity of the hybrid vehicle, accounting for the majority of alternative engine sales [...]

... Work ForRetail 40 Under 40Rising StarsPACE100 Leading WomenNotable ... Jeep launched its first EV, the Wagoneer S, in January, and the Cherokee will be [...]

Commercial property markets are grappling with hybrid work's staying power. Citi's $1.5 billion bet comes as Canary Wharf office values slipped 20% [...]
... hybrid working policy, allowing staff to work up to two days a week from home. After the COVID-19 pandemic led to more working from home, office [...]

As strike action for thousands of BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU) workers nears the two-week mark, the union's president says he wants remote work [...]

Remote work shouldn't become an excuse for excessive digital oversight or covert spying, they warn. The battle over worker rights in a digital economy. [...]

“I was like, 'Okay, this is cool, I can work from home and not spend ... Remote Work. Follow. You must be logged in to follow.Log InCreate free [...]

“With the increasing reliance on cloud services, remote work, and mobile access, businesses need to implement comprehensive security measures. [...]

... remote work and migrated to less-crowded markets, “U-Haul stated in its study. “More recently, big cities and their expanding suburbs are back to [...]
Future of Work
Demis Hassabis On The Future of Work in the Age of AI












Making buildings Sustainable is no longer an option- Amit Khanna

“We do not fear the abundance of information available to clients. Rather than fight for control over the process, we embrace our clients’ awareness and allow them to participate in the evolution of the design”, propels Amit Khanna who is…
Restoring the Taj

Chetan Raikar at Gallopper Talks Celebrated Structural Engineer and Restoration Architect, Mr. Chetan Raikar, Chairman and Managing Director of Structwel Designers and Consultants discloses the hair raising story of how he had to restore a blood soaked site following…
How Hybrid Work Allows Professionals To Pursue A Post-Graduate Degree

In the evolving workspace landscape, the hybrid work model, which combines both remote and in-person work, is rapidly gaining traction. While it was born out of necessity due to global events, it’s now becoming a preference for many. This model…
How to get a quick 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. 18 years out of his over two decades of work experience, has been as an entrepreneur. Set up in 2003,…
Working AWAy

Coronavirus is creating significant challenges and forcing organisations to change their ways of working rapidly. Advanced Workplace Associates will be using their scientific research, extensive global client work and over 28 years worth of non-office-based working to bring you a…
The Evolution of Friday Dressing: Post-Pandemic Style Revolution

The corporate world has always had its traditions and rituals, and one of the most cherished among them was “Friday dressing.” For decades, employees looked forward to the end of the workweek as an opportunity to shed their formal attire…
The Space becomes a Medium of Thematic Expression – Harsh Patel

“More than architecture, it was a lesson to discover myself; thrashing out beliefs to their extremes and gaining the courage to express it”, ponders Harsh Patel who completed his graduation in architecture from CEPT University.He strongly believes that every project…
Communicating effectively sans Water Cooler moments

In a virtual talk, Karen Plum, Director of Research & Development at AWA, discussed the importance of water cooler moments and relationship building in the context of remote work. Plum shared key insights from extensive academic research spanning over two…
“Architecture is like music for a soul” – Architect Vipin Bakiwala

“Architecture is like music for a soul and each one should get the music he yearns for”, believes Architect Vipin Bakiwala, who completed B.Arch. from MBM Engineering College, Jodhpur in 2004 and began working on his own, during the initial…