Rethinking In-Between Spaces We all know the design and layout of a space, and the surroundings we work in can affect the way we feel. The science of environmental psychology focuses on this very subject, such is its importance. Rooms facilitate all types of activity, they are not just spaces or the outward face of the organisation. We see rooms as multi-functional spaces where work colleagues collaborate, socialise, learn, and share knowledge. Research suggests that employees only spend on average 30-55% of their time at work by themselves at their desk daily. The rest of the time is spent either out of the house, in meetings, or working together away from the desk with an increased amount of time also spent working from home. Now more than ever, private spaces and traditional desk settings within the office are undergoing significant change. Whereas breakout and in-between spaces have been regarded as alternative settings as opposed to primary locations (the desk), we argue these spaces are increasingly becoming an essential luxury forming part of a hybrid style of working. In-between spaces have moved up the priority list when designing and planning workspaces. Source: (Rum i arbejde - Andersen & Christensen; 2015: 11-15) For more inspiration go to: oceedesign.com/In-between-spaces 2
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