Emma Luyt, MD for Tétris South Africa, discusses how companies are increasingly taking steps to design indoor spaces that are not only better for their people, but also for the planet.
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Design for life: Cutting carbon in the workplace
As countries strive to meet carbon reduction targets, more corporations are pledging to achieve net zero emissions – and a low-carbon, earth-friendly workplace is becoming a vital business priority.
Tétris Fit-out cost guide 2020
The EMEA Fit-Out Cost Guide provides an index for the cost of fitting out office space in diverse EMEA markets.
Don’t refuse to reuse. “Low waste” in office design
Just as the office sector has been at the forefront of sustainable design, it is now leading the way in waste management – and it’s not just about waste segregation.
Working on site in the time of social distancing
We’ve seen a change in how build projects are run due to the COVID-19 measures implemented to ensure the safety of all who work on these sites. Emma Luyt, MD for Tétris South Africa, shares her observations.
High design, low density: the post-pandemic office
With employees returning to the office, health and safety measures are accelerating workplace design trends for wellness, creativity and flexibility.
How can you design a Pivot Space for tomorrow’s workplaces?
Emma Luyt, MD for Tétris South Africa, discusses how multifunctional areas of the office can help employees connect in a safe and collaborative environment in tomorrow’s workplace.
7 smart office storage design solutions
In a modern, agile workspace, clean desks and ample storage are a must. But this doesn’t mean we don’t bring our belongings to work anymore. Read on for some clever ideas on what to do with the things we need to work on the go.
What makes for a successful Pivot Space in the re-imagined workplace?
As companies rethink what they want from the post-lockdown workplace, they’re taking a closer look at how they’re using space and asking ‘how can it better meet our needs?
How companies are striking a new balance between office life and remote working
After the great home working experiment caused by COVID-19, companies of all sizes are now reassessing their stance on working from home. Find out how to strike the right balance as you (re)enter the workplace.
Edible gardens are reaping rewards at a workplace near you
Green is definitely the new black and many modern offices are on a mission to embrace sustainability and a more eco-conscious perspective.
Addressing virtual meeting fatigue
While there may have been an increase in the number of meetings we’re now having, there’s another reason why we’re finding virtual meetings exhausting. Emma Luyt, MD for Tétris South Africa, explores the phenomenon.
Designing workspaces for the next normal
More flexible spaces, protective barriers, sanitization systems and biophilic design are just some of the elements that will characterise the offices of tomorrow.
Changing behaviour to enable a return to the office
Emma Luyt, MD for Tétris South Africa, shares her thoughts on what we need to think about as we gradually re-enter the workplace, and how to ensure that our employees feel safe being back at the office.
Visual instructions: Guiding office employees through the new normal
The office environment that employees are returning to is very different to the one they left – and visual indicators are key to explaining the new set-up.