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Written By: Joe Ganci & Narrated By: Gayle Crew The workplace experience is undergoing a transformation like never before. Over the past few years, I've witnessed dynamic shifts that have reshaped the way we work – and I am certain that the rest of the year holds even more change. As we collectively navigate these workplace changes, I have been reflecting on how food services will impact workplace experience. Here is a glimpse at some of the trends that I think workplaces will see more of this year.

Written By: David Saltman & Narrated By: Gayle Crew Is green leasing a fleeting trend for the environmentally conscious or the blueprint for a sustainable, cost-efficient future in commercial real estate? As is usually the case, the answer falls somewhere in the middle and requires a nuanced perspective to uncover the potential benefits and challenges of this emerging strategy.

Written By: Stanley Arputharaj & Narrated By: Gayle Crew Corporate real estate (CRE) is a key component of any successful business, as it contributes significantly to the financial health and operational efficiency of the company. When considering corporate real estate, it is important to take into account various factors such as cash flow, sustainability design, and circular economy design.

Written By: Alice Fournier & Narrated By: Gayle Crew. Artificial intelligence (AI) is already transforming how many businesses operate. In the coming years, leaders should prepare for its impact on the broader workplace experience. The potential for artificial intelligence to transform business operations has been a topic of discussion for years. But it is the rise of ChatGPT, bringing on never-before-seen creative capabilities with some distinct applications to day-to-day tasks, that has propelled AI into popular culture and accelerated its role in the strategic direction of organizations.

Listen as Graham Hill, a leading serial entrepreneur with 24 years in the sustainability movement, and Dr. Christopher Teng, with a doctorate in climate adaptation with over two decades of experience in building sustainability into the built environment, discuss the role of employee participation, educational programs, and more in helping corporations reduce their carbon footprint.

Listen as Alán Sneider, Director of Impact at Primestor, a minority owned and led real estate developer and investor with a 30-year history of developing and managing needs-based retail and housing in urban areas characterized by high demand and low supply, explains the importance of sustainable, socially conscious development.

Elise, a Design Principle for Unispace's New York Studio, shared her background and her role in the corporate real estate industry, emphasizing the importance of wellness and support spaces in the workplace. She discussed their use of a scheduling system for hybrid work, and their experimentation with AI for design visualizations. Elise also highlighted their commitment to DEIB and ESG values, and her pride in challenging traditional workplace norms in the legal industry.

Written By: Orlane Panet & Narrated By: Gayle Crew In the pursuit of sustainable development, urban farming has emerged as a transformative solution, especially for buildings seeking to obtain WELL- and Fitwel-certified labels. These certifications prioritize the health and well-being of occupants, aligning perfectly with the principles upheld by urban farming. By integrating urban farms into underutilized locations around big cities, companies like ours are revolutionizing the urban landscape and enabling buildings to reap a multitude of benefits. This blog post explores how urban farming projects contribute to obtaining WELL and Fitwel certifications while fostering healthier and more sustainable urban environments.

Written By: Kahleb Carradine & Narrated By: Gayle Crew The energy transition – a global shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources – is a complex and multifaceted process. The end goal is to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, introduce more choice into the sources of energy we use, and, ultimately, create a more resilient energy grid. One of the most significant challenges in this transition is the current state of the global supply chain.

Written By: Lauren Gant & Narrated By: Gayle Crew Humans come in all shapes, sizes, and abilities, and differences are not deficits. However, if our spaces are not designed to accommodate various physical needs, the impact can be distressing. When navigation, use, fit, or communication is difficult or impossible, simply existing in the environment feels “othering.” And if that environment happens to be your workplace, productivity might be diminished due to limited accessibility and the emotional burdens that ensue.