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Hassell research on returning to the office: Are mandates working?

Hassell research on returning to the office: Are mandates working?

‘The Mandate Mirage: 2025 Workplace Futures Survey’ is a new report by international design practice Hassell, revealing that the real drawcard for attracting employees to the office in-person is choice.

The changing workplace and why it demands good design

The changing workplace and why it demands good design

With Steelcase having reopened its refreshed WorkLife Showroom in Singapore this year, we spoke to Navedita Shergill about some key workplace macro shifts identified in their research.

NSW architect wins funding for coastal design

NSW architect wins funding for coastal design

Nicole Larkin has been awarded the 2025 Marten Bequest, providing two years and $50k to research coastal resilience and adaptation.

The (slowly) evolving workplace: Hassell releases research on hybrid work

The (slowly) evolving workplace: Hassell releases research on hybrid work

New research by Hassell with Density shows North American tech offices are lagging in adapting to hybrid work, resulting in underutilised spaces.

How to boost workplace satisfaction: 5 findings from Hassell research

How to boost workplace satisfaction: 5 findings from Hassell research

As the corporate landscape continues to evolve, a recent study by renowned design firm Hassell sheds light on the significant impact of office transformations on employee satisfaction.

Do architects feel well at work? The answer may surprise you

Do architects feel well at work? The answer may surprise you

Did you know, people working in architecture have a significantly lower-than-average quality of life compared with Australian norms? Byron Kinnaird, a research fellow at Monash University for The Wellbeing of Architects project, reports on some the project’s most startling findings.

The worldwide study on the post-pandemic workplace

The worldwide study on the post-pandemic workplace

A comprehensive survey conducted by Steelcase has birthed the ‘Global Report: Changing Expectations and the Future of Work.’ We take a look at the results.