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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












Embracing Equality in Hybrid Work: Nurturing a Unified Organizational Experience

In today’s dynamic work landscape, organizations are adopting hybrid work models, offering employees the flexibility to work from the office or remotely. While this approach presents numerous benefits, it also poses challenges in maintaining a cohesive work culture and ensuring…
Designing a Mall with a soul

What do we say is a definition of a Mall. Mall is an enclosed space where we can shop. I would say “WRONG”. Mall is a Circus, A Broadway show, a 7d / 8d/10d movie….. A large entertainment platform which…
Walkie Talkie Building in London

The Walkie Talkie is a large skyscraper in the city of London. The official name of the building is 20 Fenchurch Street, but the nickname has become so popular that almost no one refers to the official name. The nick…
Every building has to have an idea! – American Architect Robert Harvey Oshatz

Watch Robert Oshartz 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.
Can a workspace be business resilient?

A workplace and its physical space can be designed and managed to be business resilient. Business resilience refers to an organization’s ability to adapt to and recover from disruptions and challenges. This concept extends beyond just the digital or operational…
The Importance of Data and Analytics for Workplace Strategy

Organizations constantly explore ways to improve productivity, engage their workforce, and efficiently allocate resources. Data and analytics have emerged as indispensable tools in achieving these objectives. When applied to workplace strategy, data and analytics have the potential to be a…
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…
The New Commuting Challenge: Enhancing the Journey for Remote Workers Returning to the Office

Amidst the paradigm shift brought about by the widespread acceptance of remote work, the challenge of facilitating a smoother transition for the average knowledge worker back to the traditional office commute looms large. With the comfort and convenience of home-based…
Innovation in the face of Change – Workshop held in Mumbai

The workshop on “Innovation in the face of change” wad held last Sunday, July 30th in Mumbai. It was conducted by Parthajeet Sarma of iDream (see www.idream.in), in association with Ideactio, at Workbay, Mumbai on July 30, 2017. The programme was…