Government agencies and public organizations are tasked with creating environments that are functional, welcoming and built to last. Whether serving employees or the greater community, these spaces must balance durability, flexibility, budget responsibility and evolving workplace needs. Douron helps government…
Workplace projects are increasingly complex involving multiple collaborators, evolving employee expectations and the pressure to deliver results on-time and in-budget. Successful outcomes require more than quality furniture. They require a partner who is aligned, accountable and invested in long-term success.…
Co-working spaces have grown to be a very popular option as a flexible and cost-effective alternative to traditional office space. Not only do they provide businesses with the opportunity to work in a professional environment, but they also offer a…
A locally owned, full-service plumbing and HVAC company serving the Mid-Atlantic region underwent a 9,000 sq. ft. office renovation. Within the past year, the company has initiated a heating and air conditioning division. We will explore how color perceptions in…
Embracing the Next Generation: Welcoming Gen Z to the Workplace Gen Z is in the office, and things may never be quite the same. Who are they, and what should employers know about designing a workplace to accommodate them? Let’s…
Reconfigure for Collaboration There’s little doubt that the pandemic forever changed the workplace. As we’ve come around to the ‘new normal,’ companies are still experimenting to find the balance of in-person, remote and hybrid work that will best address their…
Creating a Calm Workplace Work can be a stressful place. We deal with deadlines, difficult customers (and sometimes, difficult bosses), increased workloads due to understaffing and any number of other sources of anxiety in the office. While we can’t eliminate…
If you’re sitting or standing at your desk in the office right now, look up. Chances are pretty strong that what you’ll see is a standard ‘drop’ ceiling … metal tracks supporting square or rectangular white tiles. Also called acoustical…
When it comes to purchasing office furnishings (or most anything else), it can be easy to get caught up in the price tag and make a decision based solely on cost. However, it’s important to remember that the price of…
If you’re an Instagram user, you’re probably familiar with the concept of an aesthetic even if the term isn’t familiar. Ever noticed how a certain company’s posts all carry the same look and feel, and a consistent color scheme? That’s…