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…
As we continue to work our way back from the pandemic and transition to being back in the office, companies find themselves in an interesting situation. Commercial spaces are diminishing in size, due in part to the work-from-home (WFH) factor,…
Fabric and Feel in Commercial Design When we begin to imagine reinventing a commercial space, we tend to let our eyes – and our mind’s eye – take over. As a starting point, we visualize certain furniture pieces, room layouts…
The concept of a flexible workspace isn’t new, but it may be more relevant than ever before. As workers return to offices in larger numbers, every organization needs to find the right balance between remote and in-person working. The number…
In the wake of the pandemic, employee engagement has become a front-burner topic for nearly every employer. As companies navigate the return to working in person to varying degrees, they’re devoting more and more attention to keeping team members safe,…
As we approach two years of a radically changed work environment due to the pandemic, much uncertainty remains. Plans to return to the physical workspace have been derailed or delayed by the Omicron variant and organizations are grappling with how…
Douron’s COVID-19 Update Douron is fully operational to provide service to our employees, clients, partners and community. We have received required status for distribution to essential companies per state and federal guidelines. We are continually monitoring the Center for Disease…
Consumer Value In the hunt for the best price, consumers sometimes lose sight of value. To the detriment of the consumer, price and value are often regarded as the same thing. Value describes the overall benefit of a product or…
Office Design Trends Workspace design can have a big impact on workplace culture. In recent years, the traditional cubicle environment has nearly disappeared in favor of more comfortable, collaborative spaces. The following new office design trends are among the most…
Expert Furniture Consultation Compromise may be a fact of life in many arenas, but it doesn’t have to govern your office design. Unlike off-the-shelf retail furniture, commercial furniture dealers are skilled at customizing furniture solutions for each client’s needs. Experts…