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Not all work spaces were created equal – some can reduce workers' morale while others can keep them happy and inspire them to be more energetic and creative. For companies like Google, which require smart, creative and in-demand workers, such offices offer a competitive edge when trying to attract young and intelligent employees. Here's a list of the coolest and most well-designed office spaces in the world.

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An interior from the Strick House, by Oscar Niemeyer, 1968, Santa Monica: A Pierre Chareau desk and stool ca.1920s. / Architectural Digest

Health and Wellness in the Workplace

WorkDesign.com published an article recently on a few different ways to bring more wellness into the work place. The design of these new offices will be flowing directly towards creating wellness and a healthier working environment. People are working to create healthier habits in their personal lives, so why wouldn’t the place where many people spend 8-12 hours a day follow suit? Below are a few of the ways discussed by designers that will be more often implemented into the workplace to promote health and wellness.

One way is to change the furniture in the design. But that doesn’t mean just any old change. One trend that promote healthier work styles are the standing desks. These are the types of work surfaces that you can change from a sitting position so a standing one. Plenty of research has been done in order to see the positive effects this type of surface has. Changing position throughout the day can help both mental and physical wellness.

Another key way to enhance the wellness of employees is to use green building materials. Companies are being asked to be more transparent about the chemicals and materials going into the building. To stay away from materials that are bad for people, animals or the environment as a whole can help to stay honest and to stay healthy.

Companies are starting to adjust their methods in order to promote a healthy environment, and if they aren’t, they should get on board. Architects and designers are listening to this new wave of ideas for creating a healthy, productive workplace. “Ultimately, a healthier workplace is happier and more productive which benefits both employees and employers.”

To read the full article, click here: http://workdesign.com/2014/08/5-ways-put-wellness-workplace/

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