This project was submitted by Richard Fanelli, AIA, CFM, IFMA Fellow -- who is Principal of Fanelli McClain Design Studios, Inc., in Fairfax, Virg. -- and his colleague Amy Smyth, the project manager who oversaw this engagement. A lot of organizations these days are...
What is it about the word “raw” that nurtures our spirits and piques our interest? It’s as though most of the Gen Y folks I know – and me, as well – are pulled toward products and spaces associated with this fanciful description. The truth of the matter is that a...
If we used all five senses to design our workspaces, would this make us -- as end users -- happier and more productive workers? Most designers typically create spaces with only two of our five senses; namely, sight and touch. In fact, I don't ever remember being pushed to...
What is the most important information you receive from corporate office design clients when you first meet them for a programming session? Maybe your typical fact-finding discussions might include questions like: How does your company work? How do your people work? How...
