What does the office need to become and who gets to decide? Offices are no longer just places to work. They’re destinations shaped around people, not tasks. Hospitality, comfort and wellbeing are driving change. But here’s the shift: the generation reshaping the office isn’t fully in it yet. Their values, flexibility, emotion and experience are already influencing design. So, are we building for today or preparing for what’s next?
Designing Hybrid Offices for Emerging Generations
This generation doesn’t separate digital from physical or work from life. So why do our spaces still try to?
They expect environments that are adaptive, sensory and personal. Where they work from matters less than how it feels to work there. That means a new approach to layout, materials and experience.
Are your spaces keeping pace with how people actually live and work now? Designing for a hybrid generation means designing for movement, not permanence. For flexibility, not control, and for emotional engagement, not just efficiency.
Why Flooring Matters in Future-Proof Office Design
Let’s talk about what gets overlooked. Flooring doesn’t just fill a space, it defines how that space functions and feels. What does your floor say about the way people should move, gather or focus?
Flooring supports zoning and circulation. It shapes acoustics, it sets the emotional tone. Done right, it becomes a silent collaborator in the workspace, guiding people without dictating their behaviour.
Shouldn’t flooring be part of the design conversation from the start, not the end? As workplace priorities shift, the basics deserve a fresh look, starting from the ground up.
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Expert Speaker: Kay Sargent – HOK
A Guide to Future-Proof Workspaces
Join global workplace thought leader Kay Sargent, Director of Thought Leadership, Interiors at HOK, as we explore how a new generation is reshaping the workplace. From infused hospitality to need for balance to neuro-inclusive strategies and sensory wellbeing, this modulyss Talk dives into how design and material choices can support a more adaptable, human-centric office.
With over four decades of experience, Kay brings sharp insight into the shifting expectations of comfort, identity and choice. She’s a recognised voice in inclusive design, with accolades from ASID, IFMA and CoreNet Global, and the author of Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces.
In this modulyss Talk, we translate emerging behavioural patterns into clear design principles for future-ready workspaces, combining strategy with sensitivity and vision with purpose.
Where? ONLINE
When? March 5th, 13:00 - 13:45 (CET)
Expert Speaker: Arwa Chaklasi
Where Innovation Meets Workspace Strategy
Join interior designer Arwa Chaklasi for a forward-looking session on how technology transforms the modern office. From smart systems to data-led spatial planning, this modulyss Talk explores how flexible, hybrid-ready environments come to life through intelligent design decisions.
With over 15 years of experience across high-end commercial and hospitality projects in the MENA region, Arwa brings sharp insight into the integration of innovation into spatial structure. Her portfolio spans global names like MasterCard, Roche, Hilton and the Landmark Group.
We’ll dive into how digital tools influence layout efficiency, how spaces can adapt to diverse modes of working – focus, collaboration, social connection and recovery – and where soft flooring plays a role in enhancing comfort, acoustics and purpose across zones.
Where? ONLINE
When? March 19th, 13:00 - 13:45 (CET)
Expert Speaker: Tim Hatton – HOK
Workplace Design Strategies for a Changing Workforce
Join Tim Hatton, Principal and Senior Interior Designer at HOK, as we explore how hospitality-inspired thinking is reshaping work environments around the world. From flexible layouts to experience-first design, this modulyss Talk highlights how real offices are responding to the evolving needs of people and organisations.
With 20+ years at the forefront of corporate interiors, Tim brings grounded insight and strategic vision. He’s led high-impact projects for Arup, BBC Studios, and Hachette Publishing, guiding clients from first concept to final delivery. Beyond the built environment, he’s actively shaping the conversation around neurodiversity, inclusion and the future of work through HOK Forward.
This modulyss Talk goes beyond the glossy finishes. We dig into what worked, what didn’t, and what designers need to consider next. Expect practical takeaways, thought-provoking insights and one standout example where soft flooring wasn’t just a surface choice, it defined the entire design approach.
Where? ONLINE
When? April 2nd, 13:00 - 13:45 (CEST)
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