Open plan offices have a lot of criticism, with many disliking the layout because of its disruptive nature and lack of quiet spaces. However, supporters have always been able to claim that open plan offices encourage collaboration and teamwork. Until now, that is. A new study from Harvard says open...
[contextly_auto_sidebar id="Jj9FhsUtVnxeLg3o0kjnzTn6qcvfumRV"]As much as I talk about the importance of an inspiring work environment, I don't think I've ever shared mine. In honor of my new officebar sanctuary, I'd love to show you around. Update: I was quoted...
Amsterdam design studio Heldergroen has an approach to work-life alignment that we at Ridiculously Efficient can definitely get behind: a disappearing office in which the desks vanish at 6 p.m. each day. [contextly_auto_sidebar id="a6gpfObFq2NNl80HJFB6DxEFaNxpQ6rV"]You read that right. The workspaces are all connected to...
A little birdy (aka Mashable) told us about Twitter's new headquarters in the mid-Market area of San Francisco. Complete with a yoga studio, an arcade, beautiful common areas and a breathtaking garden rooftop, the new digs definitely help Twitter soar to greater heights. The new location isn'...
The Microsoft Vienna offices prove that the global tech giant isn't messing around when it comes to luxurious design. After winning an architecture competition to design Microsoft's Vienna base, Austrian architectural firm INNOCAD Architekur got to work on the grounds. Set up as an oasis of...
You might imagine that a company like CouchSurfing, whose business it is to help people find places to stay while traveling, would itself host a cozy environment for employees. With a cozy wooden loft and, of course, plenty of couches, CouchSurfing's offices definitely practice what employees preach.. Plants...
