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The way people work is constantly changing – and that’s even more true in recent years. Understanding work trends helps businesses stay successful. Here’s a look back at the work trends Finnish company Framery observed in 2022, and what to expect in 2023.

Today, sustainable design is a common and obvious goal. Novel solutions are emerging – and they bring new expectations. The “recyclable” symbol is not enough anymore. Together with architects, investors and end users we search for solutions which stem from authentic, honest care for the environment. Here you’ll find some of the most interesting examples.

"Of all the things I have lost, I miss my mind the most" - the words of Mark Twain can be interpreted in various ways, but the truth is, that every day we have to deal with an increasing number of distracting stimuli. Irrespectively of whether we work in the office or at home, excessive stimuli distract us from what is important. How to work efficiently and with pleasure? Interesting solutions are provided by researchers working for Framery, a Finnish manufacturer of acoustic pods. - Understanding the mental state that allows employees to thrive is at the center of our product development - they say.

How to reconcile the contradictions in a world of ecological challenges and restrictions? The answer to the question posed by the organisers was provided by distinguished architects by means of their projects: Zbigniew Maćkow told about Kotłownia refurbishment (located in former PaFaWag), Władysław Grochowski (ARCHE) together with Piotr Grochowski and Wojciech Kolęda told about Cukrownia Żnin, Szymon Wojciechowski (APA Wojciechowski) and Krzysztof Pykel about Port Praski, Przemo Łukasik (Medusa Group) together with Waldemar Olbryk (Echo Investment) about Fuzja in Łódź.

Wondering what the future of work will look like? Because of the pandemic, new working realities have sprung upon us. Now is the time to think about what's next. In the latest BuzziAcademy 3.0 series, BuzziSpace will share its vision on the future ways of hybrid working. In each session, experts will provide tips, thought-starters, inspirational settings, and ideas on how you can shape your bespoke happy and healthy hybrid way of working.

When talking to people responsible for office arrangement one can often sense an uncertainty with regards to a timeframe of the introduced changes. Most of us didn't expect the pandemic to last for such a long time.

Each crisis is a test for innovativeness and ability to act fast. It has to be said that designers and furniture manufacturers reacted swiftly to the new reality. How can design help in these strange times?