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Quiet Zone: Using the Lounge Area to Support Focused Work

There’s more than one type of lounge an office can have. Some lounges are designed to support collaboration, while others offer a private zone where people can block out distractions around them. But there’s a happy medium between working with others [...]

Traffic Digital Agency2019-03-04T15:16:28+00:00March 4th, 2019|Workplace Design, Productivity|
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  • A woman uses a laptop as she works in a private work lounge. She sits on a Campfire Lounge System from Turnstone.

Private Zone: Lounge Spaces that Help You Regain Your Focus

There’s much to be said about the importance of collaboration in the workplace, but at the same time, there can also be too much of a good thing. No office is all teamwork, all the time and it’s important to include a variety of zones around the offi [...]

Traffic Digital Agency2019-02-13T14:30:27+00:00February 15th, 2019|Workplace Design, Productivity|
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  • Two coworkers have a conversation while sitting in a bright, energizing office lounge that includes a Campfire Lounge System in a corner configuration.

Office Lounge Spaces that Support Creative & Collaborative Teamwork

The office lounge is no longer just a place to take a break. In the modern workplace, office lounges have evolved to become a place where people come together to collaborate and share ideas. When you have an office full of great minds, the office lou [...]

Traffic Digital Agency2019-01-25T19:08:20+00:00January 25th, 2019|Workplace Design, Productivity|
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Your Guide to Creating a Zen Office Space to Improve Focus

Even though digital technology has reduced the amount of paper we use in the office, clutter is still a problem. Between personal items, notes, files, tech gadgets, books, and pens, it’s very easy for desks to get messy. But clutter is more than just [...]

Turnstone Contributor2018-09-27T20:47:32+00:00September 27th, 2018|Workplace Design, Wellbeing, Productivity|
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  • A woman focuses on a project at work, sitting on a Campfire Half Lounge next to a Campfire Screen from Turnstone.

How to Eliminate Distractions at Work

We’ve all heard the adage that time is money. Distractions at work are not only frustrating, but they can also add up to a lot of lost productivity. In one study from the University of California - Irvine, it was found that it takes an average of 25 [...]

Turnstone Contributor2018-09-20T15:56:41+00:00September 20th, 2018|Productivity|
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  • A comfortable brainstorming space featuring a Campfire Paper Table surrounded by Jenny Round Low chairs, Campfire ottomans, and Campfire Lounge sofas.

Your Guide to Designing a Creative Brainstorming Space in the Office

You have a lot of great minds on your team and when they work together, they’re capable of great things. But to make the most of all that creative potential, they need the right spaces for inspiration and support. A change of scenery can be a great w [...]

Turnstone Contributor2018-09-05T23:41:48+00:00September 10th, 2018|Workplace Design, Productivity|
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5 Ways to Stay Engaged and Productive at Work All Day

One of the workplace’s greatest enemies? The post-lunch dip. Read how you can avoid a slump in productivity after lunch.

Marion Jamet2018-04-18T14:35:00+00:00April 11th, 2018|Wellbeing, Productivity|
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Think One-Size Fits All in the Office? Think Again.

The truth is open offices are not made for all types of work. The solution? A flexible office plan. Find out what types of spaces are a must-have at work.

Marion Jamet2018-04-20T17:27:57+00:00December 15th, 2017|Workplace Design, Productivity|
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3 Design Tactics for Better Problem Solving in the Office

Successful cross-functional companies use office design to stay competitive and ahead. Here's how your work space can support better problem-solving.

Marion Jamet2020-03-09T03:24:02+00:00December 1st, 2017|Workplace Design, Productivity|
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Do You Want More Positive Workers? Company Culture is the Solution!

A positive company culture creates a space where workers innovate and thrive. Shifting your culture seems daunting, but here is how you can make changes now.

Marion Jamet2017-11-22T20:23:56+00:00November 22nd, 2017|Productivity, Startup Culture|
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5 Simple Creativity Hacks to Get You Inspired

Creative thinking is at the forefront of today's biggest companies. Here are some creativity tips to help you stay inspired and productive.

Marion Jamet2017-10-31T21:38:58+00:00October 31st, 2017|Productivity|
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How to Bring Remote Workers Back to the Office

Companies across the country are calling their remote workers back to the office in an effort to improve collaboration in fields like technology and digital marketing. But even with the best intentions, the transition from living room to office can b [...]

Marion Jamet2017-09-19T15:32:02+00:00September 14th, 2017|Productivity, Startup Culture|
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4 Surprising Benefits of Coworking Spaces

According to a Global Coworking Survey, the coworking industry has quadrupled during the last 5 years. Coworking spaces now number more than 10,000 globally, allowing people to share equipment, ideas, knowledge, and of course, space. They come in all [...]

Geri Stengel2016-12-01T19:13:37+00:00September 19th, 2016|Workplace Design, Wellbeing, Productivity, Startup Culture|
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Why Free Food Isn’t Really About Food at All

Entrepreneurs looking to foster startup culture know a thing or two about great perks like free food. Hoping their "if you build it, they will come" attitude will draw talented rock stars, they splurge on organic treats and beer on tap. But much like [...]

Jane Graham2016-12-01T19:13:37+00:00August 30th, 2016|Workplace Design, Wellbeing, Productivity|
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How to Design a Killer Game Room in the Office

Entrepreneurs set on grabbing top talent and injecting their company with startup culture often start by creating spaces to have fun with their teams. They want to create a workplace that projects a sense of passion and puts their personality on disp [...]

Carla Turk2016-12-01T19:13:45+00:00March 8th, 2016|Workplace Design, Productivity, Startup Culture|
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