Open Office: Can It Work for You?

Nov 04 2016

Open Office: Can It Work for You?

How Can Open Workplaces Work for You?

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Skype, Palo Alto, CA 

 

The open office continues to be a hot topic, with understandable concerns about privacy and entitlement.   Will this concept work for you?  The fact is that an open office isn’t an open-and-closed proposition.  Usually, a customized workplace requires a carefully considered balance of layout options.  Always, design considerations need to start with a careful review of your organization’s culture, employee demographics, branding, and business objectives.

 

From giant global leaders to smaller startups, we’ve planned and implemented open and hybrid, creative offices for hundreds of tenants in a variety of industries. By applying evidence-based, best practices—including employee feedback, change management strategies, noise reduction techniques, and numerous other amenities—we strive to deliver offices that enhance workflow, productivity, and attraction/retention of staff.

 

  The following case studies highlight a few of our open office projects that may resonate with you: 

 

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GLOBALFOUNDRIESLocation: Santa Clara, CA ​| Size: 150,000 SF​

 

Using a mix of private and open office space and collaborative meeting areas, this project delivered an environment that supported the client’s executive, R&D, administrative, and marketing staff.

Full case study.

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Alibaba | Location: San Mateo, CA | Size: 22,000 SF

 

This design used low partitions and natural lighting to enhance the open office layout. Other key features included meeting and guest reception areas and a large family kitchen area.

 

Full case study.

 

greeGREE | Location: San Francisco, CA | Size: 41,000 SF

 

Open office was a smart option for this client, which had an ambitious hiring plan to accommodate expected growth. The open layout was complemented with private, small, and mid-size conference areas and a casual “break” room.

 

Full case study.

 

With customization, due-diligence, and the right project team, making the switch to an open office can boost creativity, encourage collaboration, and make your employees thankful that their cubicle days are over.

 

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