Open offices, and related concepts like mobility and flexible workspaces, have been the trend for quite a while. Many large companies and even government agencies have ditched traditional private offices for open-plan layouts. However, in recent years, the reaction to this trend has been mixed,...

It’s time for a few more friendly reminders from Miss Open Office Manners. In this installment, I discuss people approaching from behind, workplace meditation rooms, and lunchtime warriors. Enjoy.

The open office has been criticized as a workplace design that causes stress for employees. Some of the primary concerns include an increase in anxiety, increase in employee illness and sick leave, the lack of privacy, and reduced productivity. Plantscaping (also called interior landscaping or...

It's great to see workplaces embracing wellness. Because employees spend significant time at work, our workplaces should be healthy environments. Adding plants to your workplace, especially your open office design can benefit employees by making the air healthier and reducing stress.

It’s time for a few more friendly reminders from Miss Open Office Manners. In this installment, I discuss open office space invaders, being new to the open office environment, and having a sensitive nose in the open office. Enjoy.