Density and Communication (02-21-18)
The Consiglio lead team, via a series of studies in lab and field settings, investigated the effects of social density on communication.
The Consiglio lead team, via a series of studies in lab and field settings, investigated the effects of social density on communication.
When all participants can effectively and efficiently communicate with each other, conversations help us manage our world and resolve differences in opinions. Design can make it more likely that constructive discussions take place.
Location has consequences
People are likely to be more forthcoming with info in some spaces than others
Owned objects get conversations started, and that’s generally a good thing.
It’s difficult to design a workplace where employees perform to their full potential over an extended period of time. Using Maslow to guide design decisions increases the likelihood that design-based objectives are achieved and employees have positive at-work experiences.
Designing in eye contact "breaks" is important
The British Council for Offices sponsored research on the workplace design-related opinions, expectations, and experiences of office workers.
Planning for the unplanned is tricky
Communicating with each other and spending time together defines us as a sociable species, distinct from the myriad others that surround us. Design can make it more likely that we socialize in ways that increase our mental and physical wellbeing.