The modern office is designed to accommodate interpersonal relationships, address the physical needs of employees, and address the performance needs of the organization. Through research, designers have learned qualitative and quantitative characteristics that can enhance employees’ experiences. This research brief is designed to strengthen the designer’s knowledge on how to design a supportive and flexible work environment.

This course has been approved by AIA for 1 LU/HSW credit through May 24, 2014.

This course has been approved by EDAC (from the Center for Health Design) for 1 hour of continuing education credit through March 15, 2013.