The 2024 Global Workplace Survey prepared by Gensler deeply examines the rapidly changing concept of offices in the business world and the impact of this change on work performance. We have reviewed this report which highlights how office workers in different geographies work and how their productivity can be optimized.

Employees can now work efficiently outside the office

Although the remote work model, which became indispensable in business life with the pandemic, is gradually losing its prominence, according to Gensler's report, employees spend 40% of their week in the office, 20% at home, and 29% in other locations such as coworking spaces, client offices, or out of town. Before the pandemic, employees spent 70% of their time in the office. This dramatic shift shows that offices are no longer the sole workspaces but need to be better integrated into business processes conducted in various locations. Flexible and multi-functional furniture is critical to responding to this new work arrangement, just as we at Zivella transform workspaces with our flexible office furniture designs.

The key to high-performance offices: Emotional connection

A significant finding in the report is that employees' expectations from their physical environments are not limited to functionality. High-performance offices are described as places where employees can establish emotional connections, feeling valued and inspired. As we often mentioned in our previous blog posts, employees are more motivated and increase their productivity in offices that are inspiring and aesthetically pleasing. For this purpose, we focus on creating products in our office furniture designs that strengthen these emotional bonds, combining aesthetics and functionality.

Transformation of workspaces: Innovative approaches

Gensler's research reveals that the highest-performing employees work in innovative office spaces. These include innovation centers, relaxation areas, and quiet sections dedicated to employees to focus comfortably on their work. Employees in high-performance offices have three times more access to these areas compared to those in low-performance offices. These types of spaces enhance employees' focus, creativity, and acceleration of work processes.

Offices that enhance the employee experience

High-performance offices not only support work functions but also respond to employees' personal development, social interactions, and rest needs. According to the report, 96% of employees in high-performance offices have full control over time management and can develop innovative ideas in their work. These environments, which help employees maintain a work-life balance, increase overall job satisfaction.

In conclusion...

The 2024 Global Workplace Survey by Gensler emphasizes the importance of a performance-based, employee-focused approach in office design. At Zivella, we continue to lead this transformation with our innovative solutions that combine functionality and aesthetics. Our goal is to transform offices not just into places of work but into spaces that support employee development and motivate them.