WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF DISCOVERY

It‘s the journey that helps us understand how people work, so we can apply proven concepts that work in your favor. Not only do we conduct research in-house, we combine best-in-class research from our industry and human resource partners, so you can see why something will work best.

FEATURED INSIGHT

The INTENTIONAL OFFICE

ALLSTEEL / 2025

To make the office “worth the commute” customers are seeking more adaptable individual spaces, flexible collaborative spaces, social settings to create culture, shared focus spaces to think, and seamless connection experiences for remote participants. When planning a workspace with intentionality, the result is thoughtfulness and longevity with the ways the office supports a workforce.

INDUSTRY RESEARCH

Allsteel / 2025

LIVING IN BETA

Living in Beta empowers organizations to adjust to the changing needs and expectations of the business and worker. This approach allows teams to optimize for productivity while centering the user experience.

 

Allsteel / 2025

DIGITAL EQUITY

Digital Equity is the recognition that when employees who are not co-located collaborate, consideration of experience of both virtual and in-person attendees is essential to make all feel that they are participating equitably, so that all voices can be heard, inclusiveness fostered, and innovation cultivated.

Allsteel / 2025

INCLUSIVE DESIGN

Inclusive Design means creating environments in which we all can feel safe and supported, which can empower employees to innovate, be creative, and show their unique perspectives.

Digitally created image of individuals in a lab collaborating and looking at technology and lab products.

Deloitte / 2024

ACTIVATING THE FUTURE OF THE WORKPLACE


Organizations need to challenge traditional boundaries and design physical, digital, or hybrid environments that fit varying work needs.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Allsteel / 2025

CONSIDERATIONS TO WELCOME & SUPPORT NEURODIVERSITY

Neurodiversity describes the idea that people experience and interact with the world around them in many different ways. When appreciating those differences, it’s important to remember that there isn’t one “right” way of thinking, learning, and behaving and differences are not viewed as deficits.

Digital rendering of flowers in the foreground with the sun in the background.

McKinsey Health Institute / 2024

WORKING NINE TO THRIVE
Better aligning employment with modifiable drivers of health could unlock years of higher-quality life and create trillions of dollars of economic value.

Digital rendering of a little city with miniature buildings, cars, and streets against a black background.

McKinsey & Company / 2023

GENERTIVE AI CAN CHANGE REAL ESTATE, BUT INDUSTRY MUST CHANGE TO REAP THE BENEFITS
Real estate can use generative AI to turn the industry’s data into treasure in seven steps.

Kimball International / 2025

CREATING PLACES TO BELONG: SENSORY DESIGN

Sensory design is crucial yet often neglected. It shapes how we interact with our surroundings and form social bonds. By focusing on a human-centered design, we can select factors like sound, texture, and visuals with intention to enhance the workplace experience.

HEALTHCARE INSIGHTS

Kimball International / 2025

KEY TRENDS REDEFINING HEALTHCARE

The way care is delivered is rapidly evolving— and so must the environments that support the people who provide it and the patients they serve. From decentralized models to datadriven decision-making, healthcare spaces are being asked to do more: adapt faster, operate smarter, and respond with deeper empathy.

Kimball International / 2024

CREATING PLACES TO BELONG

Kimball International partnered with Ipsos, a global leader in market research, and Arigami, a distinguished interdisciplinary research team, to study how sensory design and furniture can make people feel like they belong.

Depiction of healthcare at home.

Gensler / 2024

THE FUTURE OF RECEIVING HEALTHCARE AT HOME
Discover how design innovations and technology are transforming home healthcare, enhancing patient experience, and improving outcomes.

A modern healthcare facility interior that balances clear healthcare elements -beds, monitors, IVs, etc - with a welcoming atmosphere. The image shows a spacious, well-lit area.

Healthcare Design / 2023

FOUR DESIGN STRATEGIES TO EXTEND THE LIFESPAN OF HEALTHCARE FACILITIES
Get insights about key strategies to extend the lifespan of healthcare facilities through adaptable spaces, future-proof shell space, and efficient service consolidation, and resilient engineering upgrades.

EDUCATION INSIGHTS

Allsteel / 2025

THE EVOLVING CAMPUS

Shifts in approaches to learning, prioritization of faculty & staff, in addition to evolving values of students are inspiring Higher Education institutes to prioritize new and thoughtful spaces to support those dynamic shifts.​

Wooden college lecture desks with a computer and books.

HBR / 2024

THE CASE FOR COLLEGE IN THE ERA OF ONLINE LEARNING
Explore if pursuing a college education still makes sense in the age of online learning and AI – when we have access to information for free via the internet.

Digital rendering of a web made up of images related to education (i.e., graduation cap, book, etc.)

EDspaces / 2024

THE FUTURE OF K-12 PROCUREMENT: 4 KEY TRENDS
Learn how the role of school procurement professionals is rapidly evolving and what key issues to look out for in the coming decade.

Students collaborating around a table.

GALLUP / 2023

THE STATE OF HIGHER EDUCATION 2023
Explore CBRE’s latest research regarding the experiences of currently enrolled students and the attitudes and beliefs about higher education.

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE INSIGHTS

An multi-story office building primarily made with windows.

Cushman & Wakefield / 2024

US OFFICE REPORTS – Q2 2024
Access the latest quarter commercial real estate results for the office sector nationally. MarketBeat reports analyze quarterly market activity including supply, demand, and pricing trends.

Digital rendering of future city.

JLL / 2024

THE FUTURE OF REAL ESTATE
Explore JLL’s insights on the future of real estate. Discover emerging trends, innovative strategies, and forward-thinking perspectives shaping the industry. Prepare your business for what’s next in real estate.

Park within a city including a full, flowing river.

JLL / 2024

THE CLIMATE INFLECTION POINT
Learn about the climate inflection point, emphasizing risk management, resilience, and adaptation. Understand how businesses can address climate challenges and develop sustainable, future-proof strategies.

Birds-eye view of employees entering an office lobby.

CBRE / 2023

BOOSTING OFFICE ATTEDANCE: SELLING & DELIVERING WORKPLACE VALUE TO EMPLOYEES
Uncover critical insights from the latest CBRE and CoreNet Global survey, highlighting a disconnect between companies and employees regarding office presence.

ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN FIRM INSIGHTS

Open office space showing employees walking around.

Gensler / 2024

GLOBAL WORKPLACE SURVEY 2024
Gensler’s key insights into current workplace trends and employee experiences. Learn how businesses can adapt to evolving needs.

Digital rendering of modern home with landscaping.

Interior Architects / 2024

THE NEW-BUILD PROTOTYPE
Explore innovative design strategies for creating dynamic, customer-focused retail spaces. Learn how to integrate cutting-edge concepts to enhance the shopping experience.

Artistic wall and two individuals talking around a round booth.

Interior Architects / 2024

TAKING THE INSIDE OUT
Discover innovative design strategies that blend indoor and outdoor spaces. Learn how to create seamless, dynamic environments that enhance user experience and connectivity.

Women is walking up a stairwell, but is blurred against a botanical background.

HOK / 2024

HOK’S SUSTAINABLE MATERIAL TRACKING: A JOURNEY TOWARD HEALTHIER SPACE
Through an innovative, data-driven approach, a dedicated team within HOK’s Interiors group is pioneering a new way to integrate human health and environmental impacts into every stage of the material selection process.