Quynh Dang

Because of the virus outbreak, work from home is transitioning to become a prevailing mode. Offices face being redundant as motivation and purpose of ‘going to work’ are shifting. With the aid of technology, works are carried remotely, and meetings are moved to the online platform.

In 2030, a healthy and safe indoor working environment is at the centre of office design. An emphasis on fresh air infiltration and access to natural daylight. Thermal control point is a necessary instalment for public buildings to control the safety of indoor occupants. Good access to natural daylight and fresh air filtration system are integrated in office. Whilst the virus is under control and work resumes to normal, its nature has changed. Works which can be done remotely would be continue so. Staff are only required to come in on certain days, for group activities to exchange ideas, client meetings or even informal events like social gatherings. The future workplace offers spaces for social skills and office morale by promoting collaboration and incidental interaction.