As we reflect on the spirit of Thanksgiving, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated staff, partners, clients, and talented designers who contribute to our shared success.
In the spirit of giving thanks, we're excited to share news about our recently completed project, Woodbourne, situated in The WELL Building and proudly LEED Platinum certified. This achievement underscores our commitment to sustainable and innovative design.
Together, we are shaping spaces that enhance productivity, promote well-being, and create a positive impact on our environment.
Read on for more practical tips and insights that you can implement in workplace design, plus the latest and greatest from The Collective!
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Products that have caught our eye this month.
Architectural Solutions by Artofix
The Collective is excited to partner with Artofix, a Canadian provider of innovative architectural solutions that not only address open-space sound challenges but also infuse a touch of artistic brilliance ✨
The Collective worked alongside Figure3 to procure, deliver, and install Teknion furniture, enhancing the ambience of private offices and workstations at Woodbourne Capital Management's innovative new head office. Spanning 9,500 square feet, this project is situated in The Well, a prestigious LEED Platinum-certified building. The new sophisticated and refined office highlights some of the best views of downtown Toronto!
The latest and greatest we're sharing and reading in the industry
Employee Highlight: Terry Middleton
Meet Terry! Terry has worked at The Collective Toronto for 4 years as a Product Specialist. He enjoys designing the spaces with clients, from layout to product selection.
In Defense of the Cubicle - The Last Office Chameleon
The office cubicle is often the subject of numerous punchlines and jokes. Yet they have adapted to more evolution and change than one might imagine. Read an infographic by Steve Delfino, Teknion's VP Marketing & Product Management, on the cubicle's adaptability to changing work styles.
How office furniture changes in ‘flight to quality’
Some companies are downsizing office spaces but investing in higher-quality locations and amenities, including furniture, to entice employees. Popular additions include pods or huddle spaces for meetings, and a broader trend involves incorporating nature-inspired elements into office design, known as the "biophilic movement."
Designed by collaborative partners Iratzoki-Lizaso, Bonds takes a fresh approach to modular seating. Inspired by the concept of a Jacob’s Ladder, a toy made up of loosely bonded segments, Bonds employs a unique mechanism that connects individual units in countless configurations.