Spaces for innovation : the design and science of inspiring environments

Author

• Groves, Kursty

Additional Author(s)

• Marlow. Oliver

Publisher

Amsterdam: Frame Publishers, 2017

Language

English

ISBN

9789491727979

Series

Subject(s)

• INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
• OFFICE LAYOUT
• WORK ENVIRONMENT

Notes

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Abstract

Investigating the impact of physical surroundings on workplace behavior, this book explains the relationship between the design of working environments and levels of creativity and innovation. Based on the available evidence, Spaces for Innovation identifies the physical characteristics of workspaces that are associated with high innovation potential and determine why they have an effect.
Providing a basic framework for the design of innovative environments, this research-based book can be used in analyzing ways to enhance physical space in the pursuit of innovation. It is a pattern guide, providing context, examples, inspiration, and direction to help you explore and understand your organizational challenges.

Physical Dimension

Number of Page(s)

288 p.

Dimension

23 cm.

Other Desc.

ill.

Summary / Review / Table of Content

Foreword --
Introduction --
Airbnb --
The spark: impetus for change : LEGO Group ; Activity-based working ; Jennifer Magnolfi ; Dave Coplin --
The purpose: ambition, scale and goal : CPW ; James Moultrie ; Kerstin Sailer --
Microsoft --
The leadership: direction, change and support : Institute of making ; MediaCityUK ; Alex Hillman --
The invitation: engagement and involvement : Despina Katsikakis ; Workplace paradigm explored ; Impact Hub Caracas ; Xin Dan Wei ; Allan Chochinov --
The experience: setting the stage : Alison Williams ; Exploring learning environments ; Vittra Telefonplan ; d.school ; Peter Barrett --
The spatial context: location, proximity and interaction : Greg Lindsay ; iHub Nairobi ; Zappos ; Simon Allford --
The processes: tools and activities : Gareth Loudon ; Impact Hub Amsterdam ; Coworking goes big-scale ; Ambulatory Care Centre --
The resources: time and money : IDEO ; Franklin Becker --
The outcomes: assessments and communications : Ben Waber ; Steve Coster ; Medibank ; Views and biophilia --
The legacy: lasting impression : Laboratorio para la Ciudad ; Rachel Botsman --
Afterword --
Biographies.

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