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What trends shape how offices look and feel in South Africa in 2025 Food for thoughtOffice Design
14th July 2025

What trends shape how offices look and feel in South Africa in 2025

Earlier this year, I presented at a roundtable with other designers and space planners on the future of the office. I didn’t offer a one-size-fits-all answer, but I’ve gathered some strong clues to help sketch a picture of what influences businesses and employee behaviour when it comes to office functionality and layout. Why Will People Go Into the Office? Lockdown…
Tips for Incorporating Nature into Your Office Space Food for thoughtOffice Design
3rd December 2024

Tips for Incorporating Nature into Your Office Space

In today’s fast-paced corporate world, the concept of biophilia—our innate connection to nature—has gained significant traction. Incorporating natural elements into office spaces not only enhances aesthetic appeal but also offers numerous benefits for employee well-being and productivity. Let’s explore the advantages of biophilia in the workplace and practical tips for integrating nature into your office environment. Introduce Indoor Plants: Adding…
Your personal desk layout Food for thought
14th March 2024

Your personal desk layout

“Detox your desk, declutter your life and mind” Theobald and Cooper A cluttered environment has many distractions that can reduce your focus. A clean and well-organised environment boosts productivity and efficiency. You may be like me and spend a few minutes at the end of the day to review my to-do-list planning for the fllowing day, or you may prefer…