Space Design: Aligning Leadership Goals with Employee Needs
Transform your workplace by aligning leadership goals with employee needs through innovative space design. The modern workplace is transforming as hybrid leadership priorities and employee needs evolve. How can you change your workplace design to match your goals and help your employees? By using a neighborhood approach, adding modern technology, and prioritizing employee wellbeing, you […]
Top ergonomic office chairs
If you have an office job, you will sit at your desk for somewhere between 70-90% of your typical workday. Odds are, you are sitting right now while reading this (and full disclosure, I am sitting while writing it). Since you spend a majority of your time sitting, your office chair has a huge effect […]
Walls 101: Demountable vs. Traditional Construction
I know, you may think ‘a wall is a wall is a wall’. But when designing a new workspace, it’s important to realize that the differences can have a major impact on the long-term bottom line. The main considerations include price, flexibility and acoustical privacy, and it is essential to make an educated comparison. Demountable […]
Key findings from Microsoft’s Work Trend Index Report 2020
Since the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the US back in January 2020, our lives have been turned upside down – including the way we collaborate, meet, and socialize with one another. Microsoft has been studying these new ways of communication closely to determine how it has impacted workplace wellbeing on a global scale. […]
Our top 5 outdoor office furniture vendors
If you are lucky enough to have an outdoor space within your workplace, you need ancillary furniture that can withstand the elements. Outdoor office furniture needs to adapt to a wide range of temperatures and be resistant to UV rays, water, and salt. As you search for sofas, armchairs and tables, you may be overwhelmed […]
Glossary of office furniture terms
At Red Thread we work with small start-ups on up to Fortune 500 companies. We well know that not every company has a Facilities Planner that can take care of all the details. Developing a new workplace can be a daunting task, especially when you are doing it for the first time. We’ve created a […]
Top 10 office protocols for the open office plan
The rise of open office plans has transformed workplace design, aiming to boost collaboration and flexibility. However, this layout can introduce challenges in maintaining productivity and respect among team members. Having clear office protocols in place can be key to making your open office plan work. What are Office Protocols for an open office plan? […]