New research has confirmed what we've all been thinking -- standing desks really do improve work productivity. The study was conducted on employees of a call centre who were split into two groups, one which was given workstations with desks that could be raised on lowered depending on if they...
This minimalist hybrid desk is what designer Frans Willigers has dubbed the workspace of the future. Called The Last Writing Desk, the workspace featured a sloped surface with two levels -- one to place your laptop and one that serves as a bench. Willigers said he was inspired by older...
For those of us who spend most of our time working from home, the way you design and organize your home office is super important. It can help to make or break your focus and productivity, and make your day just a bit more seamless. The infographic below from OmniPapers...
Do you proactively mitigate sitting-induced stress during the workday? Most people I speak with don't -- it's just not something we think about. But we need to, because the mere act of sitting at your desk is stressing your body out. [contextly_auto_sidebar id="JnbTmHbWsR35hWGugBxqj5Wl27CtZtLr"]Let me ask you...
When I think about my ideal work setting I imagine a roomy desk with a comfortable chair, perched in a beautiful rainforest canopy with green trees and exotic animals dotting the forest floor. Okay, maybe this is a bit dreamy. But for most, a large ergonomically chair and a spacious...
Many offices take time and a good chunk of money to create a positive environment that promotes creativity and productivity. When you're a telecommuter, you are tasked with creating this type of environment all on your own, usually on a pretty tight budget. It turns out your workspace has a...
