Sustainability has become an increasingly important consideration for organisations planning a commercial office refurbishment or workplace transformation. While energy-efficient lighting, low-carbon materials and environmental certifications all have an important role to play, there is growing recognition that some of the most effective sustainability decisions are made before new products...
Read moreMost people are familiar with the afternoon slump where energy levels dip, concentration becomes harder to maintain, and tasks that felt manageable in the morning can suddenly seem more demanding. While many people reach for another coffee, the reality is that workplace design can have a significant influence on...
Read moreThe role of educational space has changed significantly in recent years. Learning environments are no longer viewed simply as places to deliver teaching, but as active tools that support collaboration, wellbeing, flexibility, and digital engagement. As teaching methods and technology continue to evolve, schools, colleges, and universities are increasingly...
Read moreThe pandemic has challenged the conventional workplace approach with remote working and new means of collaboration. As the vaccination roll-out gathers pace, there is an increased optimism as to the possibility of returning to the office. At the time of writing, 31% of the UK population have administered one...
Read moreCoronavirus has brought about a huge shift in the way we typically work, although some believe that this shift is long overdue. Where it was commonplace to see a desk-to-staff ratio of around 1:1 in many organisations before the pandemic, the question now asks itself, is this...
Read moreFace-to-face learning has been the standard way of instruction for centuries. This year has been a surprise for most, with the pandemic forcing a closure on all universities, colleges and schools. Whilst online learning is becoming increasingly popular, face-to-face learning is still the best option for some. It’s PHYSICAL....
Read moreWith many organisations working on their short to medium-term plan to get people back into the office safely, Cobus have been researching and brainstorming the effects of COVID on workplace design. There are many unknowns when researching what the ‘new normal’ will be, although we know that workplace design...
Read moreWe are now in the month of May and planning to head back to the workplace is entering more people’s minds. To what extent can you safely bring employees and clients back into your space? Although it is too early to know exactly when and how our workforce’s...
Read moreTop tips for working productively at home Working from home is a big change that can be difficult to adjust to. We have a few simple steps to help ensure maximum productivity and good mental health. Get up and get dressed It may sound like the simplest thing....
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