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Sedus office cube solutions: a symbiosis of proximity and distance

Sedus office cube solutions: a symbiosis of proximity and distance

The office cube solution is one way of insulating people from interruptions and unwelcome noise. As an enclosed cubicle and thanks to its acoustically effective components, se:cube from Sedus can minimise acoustic and visual disruption.Open space concepts, flexibility and new working styles will continue to be defining characteristics of the office of the future. They offer a number of advantages by eroding entrenched structures and supporting collaboration and communication. When people work in close proximity, with flexible meetings and spontaneous exchanges, they are able to determine the shape of each working day. Employees are increasingly deciding for themselves where and how they can best manage their tasks. Concentrated individual work shifts seamlessly into collaborative work and teamwork precedes periods of retreat or relaxation. For certain tasks, focus, silence and a sense of distance from the outside environment are essential. The office cube solution is one way of insulating people from interruptions and unwelcome noise. As an enclosed cubicle and thanks to its acoustically effective components, se:cube from Sedus can minimise acoustic and visual disruption. More →

FOOTPRINT+ event moves to Old Billingsgate from Brighton

FOOTPRINT+ event moves to Old Billingsgate from Brighton

After two years on Brighton seafront, FOOTPRINT+ will relocate to London for 2024. The sustainability event’s new home will be Old Billingsgate Market; re-purposed by partner Marco Goldschmied of RSHP in 1985-88 for National Westminster Bank Plc. The building itself enjoyed a low-carbon retrofit, from the 19th century’s largest fish market to a central London prime event space. Old Billingsgate is naturally lit, with openable rooflights throughout, and an outdoor terrace directly facing directly out to the Thames. The venue provides the space to accommodate the growth of FOOTPRINT+ while providing greater accessibility for all the various sectors who will now have only a short walk from Monument and London Bridge stations. More →

JLL claims it has unveiled the first GPT model for commercial real estate

JLL claims it has unveiled the first GPT model for commercial real estate

JLL offices London

JLL has announced the launch of JLL GPT, which it claims is the first large language model purpose-built for the commercial real estate sector. Developed by JLL Technologies, the firm claims the bespoke generative artificial intelligence (AI) model will be used by its 100,000 plus workforce around the world to provide CRE insights to clients in what it believes will be a whole new way. JLL’s extensive in-house data will be supplemented with external CRE sources, and the company plans to offer made-to-order solutions to clients later this year. More →

Award-winning WorkBold Podcast returns for a ninth season on space-as-a-service

Award-winning WorkBold Podcast returns for a ninth season on space-as-a-service

Caleb Parker’s award-winning #WorkBold Podcast returned for an industry-leading ninth season of talks about space as a serviceCaleb Parker’s award-winning #WorkBold Podcast returned for an industry-leading ninth season, which took the podcast to over 100,000 downloads (117,000 at the time of publishing this article) with an audience from 90+ countries. The only podcast dedicated to Space-as-a-Service (SPaaS), #WorkBold Podcast is in the top one percent of business podcasts globally. Its host, entrepreneur Caleb Parker, is the founder of Bold – a joint venture with NewFlex. More →

Despina Katsikakis elected President of the British Council for Offices

Despina Katsikakis elected President of the British Council for Offices

Despina Katsikakis, Executive Partner & Global Lead, Total Workplace at Cushman & Wakefield, has been elected as President of the British Council for Offices (BCO)Despina Katsikakis, Executive Partner & Global Lead, Total Workplace at Cushman & Wakefield, has been elected as President of the British Council for Offices (BCO) with immediate effect. She succeeds Mark Kowal, Partner at Sheppard Robson. Peter Crowther, Managing Director at Bruntwood, becomes Senior Vice President. More →

Workspace Design Show reveals plans to inspire and connect workplace professionals in Amsterdam

Workspace Design Show reveals plans to inspire and connect workplace professionals in Amsterdam

Following the creation of its London event, the highly anticipated Workspace Design Show Amsterdam takes place from October 11-12, 2023Following the successful creation of its London event over the past three years, the highly anticipated Workspace Design Show Amsterdam is set to take place from October 11-12, 2023, at the RAI. This premier event offers a fantastic opportunity for professionals to explore the latest trends, innovations, and ideas in workspace interiors. With over 2,500 workplace professionals expected to attend, this is an event you won’t want to miss. And Insight, IN and Works are proud to be media partners for the event. More →

Bisley launches new Home collection in uplifting summer shades

Bisley launches new Home collection in uplifting summer shades

Bisley has launched a new collection for the home this summer. Shelving and storage units are updated with a palette of 14 colour options to suit summer interiors, from zingy brights to calming pastelsBisley has launched a new collection for the home this summer. Shelving and storage units are updated with a palette of 14 colour options to suit summer interiors, from zingy brights to calming pastels. In addition, three brand new wall-hung accessories are added to the range, bringing a sense of style and fun to home organisation this season. Now available to buy from the online Bisley shop, the Outline collection of storage is designed with flexibility and modern home display in mind. The steel frame is robust yet elegant and combines opportunities for display and storage whilst allowing natural light to flow through. Outline products are ideal for flexible zoning at home, to create a home office without the need for walls and establish distinctive areas in which to work and relax. More →

KI Work2.1 sit-stand desks create personal and collaborative workspace for Braze

KI Work2.1 sit-stand desks create personal and collaborative workspace for Braze

sit-stand desks from KI have been specified to optimise the comfort of workers. policy.Following a period of rapid growth, consumer engagement platform Braze has recently moved into the City of London’s Broadgate Exchange Square. Outgrowing their presence at a nearby shared co-working facility, the company wanted their new dedicated facilities to be an employee attraction tool, whilst also being as ‘future-ready’ as possible. Making the workspace desirable and enjoyable was an important consideration for the company, who exercise a fully agile, hybrid working policy. And sit-stand desks from KI have been specified to optimise the comfort of workers. policy. More →

Resonate complete new Manchester showroom for Flokk

Resonate complete new Manchester showroom for Flokk

Resonate are delighted to have completed the stunning new Manchester showroom for leading office furniture manufacturer FlokkResonate are delighted to have completed the stunning new Manchester showroom for leading office furniture manufacturer Flokk. Resonate were approached by Flokk to design their new Manchester Showroom, right in the heart of the city. Previously in a smaller showroom around the corner, Flokk wanted a larger space to showcase their brands as well as their newest acquisition Connection who recently joined the Flokk House of Brands. More →

Refurbishment of 25 Hanover Square commences

Refurbishment of 25 Hanover Square commences

Major alterations have begun on the refurbishment of 25 Hanover Square, completing the regeneration of a prominent corner site in London’s MayfairMajor work has begun on the refurbishment of 25 Hanover Square, completing the regeneration of a prominent corner site in London’s Mayfair with a 7-storey premium office building. This collaborative project between multiple stakeholders, including architects, interior designers and workplace experts Basha-Franklin, and asset and development manager Morgan Capital, has been holistically designed to fit the aesthetic of one of London’s most recognisable and historic garden squares.   More →

Royal Ahrend adds Deberenn to its product portfolio, expands soft seating offering

Royal Ahrend adds Deberenn to its product portfolio, expands soft seating offering

Royal Ahrend has announced the addition of Deberenn to its international product portfolio. The company believes the tie-up will enable Royal Ahrend to offer a broader and stronger range of soft seating products and lounge area furnishingsRoyal Ahrend has announced the addition of Deberenn to its international product portfolio. The company believes the tie-up will enable Royal Ahrend to offer a broader and stronger range of soft seating products and lounge area furnishings. It also claims that the move will help to meet changing customers’ needs, esspecially to better address the trend of hybrid working, where community areas play a central role as connecting factors and social meeting places in offices. More →

The Furniture Makers’ Company announces Design Guild Mark 2023 holders

The Furniture Makers’ Company announces Design Guild Mark 2023 holders

Innovation of materials and creativity remain at the forefront of British design as 30 outstanding submissions from three categories are to be awarded the coveted Design Guild Mark in 2023Innovation of materials and creativity remain at the forefront of British design as 30 outstanding submissions from three categories are to be awarded the coveted Design Guild Mark in 2023, The Design Guild Mark is awarded by The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, to drive excellence and raise the profile of British industrial design. More →