Office design has seen a major shift in recent years as companies and employees alike have changed their requirements for their workspaces after the pandemic. Horatiu Didea, Managing Partner Workspace Studio, one of the biggest office refurbishment firms in Romania, talks about the new trends in workspace design.

“Modern offices evolve with hybrid and biophilic designs, embracing flexible layouts and smart technology for dynamic, efficient spaces. They prioritize sustainability, mental health, inclusivity, and movement, fostering environments that support diverse work modes and wellbeing,” explains Horatiu Didea.

When designing workspaces, the focus is now on facilitating connection between employees as well as comfort and well-being. At the same time, companies also demand office layouts that can be easily changed and adapted to new needs, with a sustained interest in multifunctional and modular solutions and spaces.

“Employees today seek more than just a workspace; they desire a “destination environment” that blends design and technology with wellness and sustainability. The new workspace must be better than our homes and provide new levels of support for collaboration, socializing, and individual work,” says Didea.

At the same time, the colors used in office design have evolved and diversified, from shades of green symbolizing sustainability to bold neutrals and warm earthy tones, creating spaces that are both inviting and innovative. “Generally speaking, colors are more present nowadays. The era of the beige and greige office is gone.”

The full interview is available on https://www.romania-insider.com/horatiu-didea-workspace-studio-employees-today-seek-more-just-workspace-era-beige-and-greige-office