The concept of the contemporary office space is ever-expanding, especially in the post-COVID era where it can be expected that an overwhelming number of people will continue to work remotely—whether it is for safety or comfort reasons. The need for concrete spaces where workers can come together to collaborate, however, will not become entirely obsolete anytime soon. The need for such spaces to be flexible will likely increase.
In London, a local firm, dMFK Architects, worked on delivering a flexible contemporary office space. The project was commissioned by property developers Derwent London. The architects focused on developing a modern and chic interior, with an emphasis on collaborative work. In the past, this site—now accented by smoked oak joinery and a concrete staircase—was a 1960s medical laboratory.
Flexible Contemporary Office Spaces
dMFK Architects Transformed a Lab into a Workplace
Trend Themes
1. Flexible Office Spaces - In the post-COVID era, companies are looking for flexible office space solutions that allow workers to come together to collaborate while still keeping a degree of distance.
2. Chic Interior Design - As companies seek to create inviting and attractive office spaces, there is an increased demand for chic and modern interior design features.
3. Collaborative Workspaces - The need for concrete spaces designed specifically for collaboration remains high amongst companies, and as such, interior designers are increasingly focusing on creating these types of spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - As more companies look to adapt their office spaces to accommodate post-COVID work environments, architects and designers have the opportunity to create new and innovative flexible office spaces.
2. Real Estate - As remote work becomes increasingly popular, real estate companies must adapt their commercial properties to cater to the needs of remote workers, such as the need for flexible office space solutions.
3. Interior Design - With companies seeking to create more inviting and attractive work environments, interior designers have the opportunity to disrupt the industry by incorporating modern and chic design features into their workspaces.