The Workplace Strategy methodology is focused on bringing together the spatial needs of the firm with the wellbeing of the employees through a creative design process and analysis that combines both program and design thinking. The result is working environments that increase employees’ overall satisfaction and identification with the organization while fulfilling the goals and business models of the organization. Providing employees (an organization’s most valuable asset) with an inspiring and pleasant work environment, makes good business sense and practice.

Studies show that a design that is aesthetic, ergonomic, healthy and a supportive work environments boosts performance and motivation, directly contributing to an organization’s success. The Workplace Strategy methodology intelligently combines the organization’s values, needs and branding, with day-to-day requirements and work patterns of employees.

Workplace Strategy is gaining momentum with forward thinking organizations worldwide. This method relates to in-depth strategic thinking in an organization and understanding its long-term goals, effectively designing the space to fit the business requirements and turn a greater profit. It is implemented by architects and designers who specialize in maximizing space and recognizing a company’s future needs. The process generally results in substantial savings.

Design in line with the organization’s goals – Design is an integral part of the Workplace Strategy methodology. Good design conveys the company’s values and spirit that further promote the organization’s vision and branding. Design should represent the company’s values, needs and goals and pave the way for higher return on investments and better business practices.

Upgrading the workplace occurs in these typical scenarios:

• A move to a new location; whether for relocation, or to support larger area demands.
• Organizational changes and restructures such as company mergers, growth or downsizing.
• New management in a company with plans to renovate an office space to match their vision support of a wider goal of rebranding, attracting talent or new customer base.

Workplace Strategy is based on a combined top down and bottom up approach harnessing a cross section of the organization, including an in-depth investigation of the wider needs, goals and requirements company-wide.