For most of us, a typical workday involves jumping from task to task, often switching gears from group work to solo focus. In order to support these different moments and provide people and teams with the privacy they need, designers suggest offering a range of spaces that people can select from based on their needs.…
As the digital marketing analyst for Red Thread, one of my roles is to make sure our team is always up to speed on the current changes and trends in digital marketing. In recent years, there has been a strong shift from “outbound” marketing to “inbound” marketing. Outbound marketing is when a company directly reaches out to…
At Red Thread, we try to keep our blog content diverse and topical, and in 2018, our bloggers tackled a variety of topics including workplace trends, technology-enabled work spaces, office protocols, creative spaces, and even personal experiences. A new year always leaves me reflective, and as the Digital Marketing Analyst at Red Thread, I can get a little nerdy…
As Thanksgiving gets closer, we all tend to find ourselves taking a step back to think about what we are thankful for. So in the spirit of the season, we at Red Thread decided to ask ourselves what we look forward to each day when we come to work. According to Business Insider, the average American spends 90,000 hours of their…
Now more than ever, workers are experiencing the evolution of moving from a traditional office layout to an open floor plan. As creatures of habit, this process can be daunting. However, with thoughtful design and planning, open offices can feel more natural and intuitive than you might think. At least that has been my experience…
Ancillary spaces are becoming more and more common within the modern work environment. With offices becoming more flexible, open, and mobile, ancillary spaces provide a comfortable and collaborative option for a change of scenery. The problem is that ancillary spaces can be more stylish than functional, creating ergonomic issues for employees and hindering productivity. Here we present ergonomic solutions to some of the most common issues seen…
An office move is an exciting time, whether it’s a remodel, renovation, or an office move, it is always exciting to be “out with the old and in with the new”. That being said, an often-overlooked part of this transformation is deciding what to do with all of the old office furniture you are replacing. It…
The nature of work today is evolving and becoming less formal. More and more people want new ways to escape the confines of their desks, and struggle with the rigid nature of standard conference rooms. While offering alternative spaces such as huddle rooms, meeting rooms, and enclaves are important, the work café is truly evolving…
For our December ancillary furniture picks, we focused on pieces that bring a modular and collaborative functionality to touch down spaces. These pieces help create multipurpose spaces that can be easily and quickly customized to accommodate a wide variety of needs. Boost+ ottomans by Carolina Available in a variety of shapes, colors, and textures, Boost+…
With the current state of information overload, we are constantly distracted, so everyone wants to find ways to increase their focus and be more present in the moment. Since we are taxing our brains all the time, we need to learn how to train ourselves to focus better. The places where we work can also…