Today, workplaces are undergoing a remarkable transformation, where comfortable furnishings and inviting finishes are being embraced to blur the line between office and home. By creating environments that foster collaboration, connectivity, and employee well-being, organizations are cultivating vibrant company cultures that attract and inspire top talent.
Read on for news articles about practical tips and insights that you can implement in workplace design, and the latest and greatest from The Collective.
May the furnishing Jedi be with you as you embark on your own design journey!
What We're Specifying
Global Furniture Group's has a new Toronto Healthcare Showroom, improving the experience for patients, residents, caregivers, and visitors who work, heal, and engage within these designated spaces. It is inspired by home and hospitality design, with inviting shapes, textiles, and soft color palettes that enhance well-being.
One of the products at this new showroom is Drift™ seating, ideal for community spaces in healthcare. The series includes lounge and side chairs, bar and counter stools, and task swivel models, connecting people and places wherever the day takes us.
Some of our favorite new projects that we've completed
Extendicare: A Harmony of Furniture and Acoustic Walls
The Collective worked alongside IBI Group and DPI Construction Management to furnish Extendicare’s four-floor phased project in Markham.
The installation was meticulously executed in four phases, ensuring a seamless transformation of the workspace. The resulting design reflects Extendicare's corporate identity and aligns with its goals and objectives to modernize and refresh the new head office.
The latest and greatest we're sharing and reading in the industry
Employee Highlight: Daniel Slobodskoi, CAD Specialist
Meet Daniel! Daniel has 5 years of experience at The Collective Toronto. As a CAD Specialist, he brings an exceptional understanding of drawings and standards to our team. Daniel's dedication extends beyond his role, as he actively contributes to our Social Committee and excels as a host for our office Bingo games.
We customized hats as a 'thank you gift' for our install partner The Crew Office Services who completed a major project for EA Vancouver! We are very thankful to partner with a network of super-talented install teams like The Crew Network to tackle large interiors projects across North America.
RSP’s Dawn Brown AIA, LEED AP and Christine Shaw NCIDQ, LEED AP, WELL AP discusses about a shift in workplace design towards more diverse and people-centric spaces catering to different work styles can meet employee expectations and maximize design budgets.
While open-plan and collaborative spaces were popular before 2020, there is now a growing demand for private offices and "third places" that are neither home nor office. Companies are incorporating coffee shops into their buildings to meet this need.
How Physical Spaces Shape Human Relationships And Emotional Well-Being
At a time when mental health is top of mind, Bockus Payne’s Collin Fleck shares why we cannot overlook the power of our surroundings to impact our comfort, fulfillment, and overall happiness. Through simple, actionable strategies such as light, color, space, and layout, designers can create stronger, healthier workplaces.
We're counting down the days to Neocon 2023! So excited to attend Neocon in June to explore new trends and furnishings, and how the furniture industry has responded to the erratic commercial real estate market. Stay tuned for a recap next month and check out our 2022 recap trends.
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