Welcome to another episode of On the Up, Moneypenny’s podcast dedicated to uncovering growth, innovation, and the strategies that drive business success.
In this episode, Dan Marshall sits down with Becky Turner from Claremont, a company at the forefront of workplace design. They dive into the fascinating intersection of psychology and office spaces, exploring how design choices impact employee well-being, productivity, and even business growth.
The modern workplace is evolving fast, and businesses are rethinking how they use office space. In this fascinating conversation, Becky explains her unique role bridging interior design with workplace psychology, and why understanding how people interact with their environment is critical for success.
Dan hosts a really interesting discussion about how office designs have changed over time, the importance of making workplaces inclusive, and the ongoing return-to-office debate. If you’re thinking about updating your workspace, leading a team that works both in the office and remotely, or just want to know how your surroundings can impact how well you work, this episode is full of useful tips.
The conversation also goes into depth on the three key frameworks that Claremont has developed to help companies make better design choices:
Becky explains how well-designed offices contribute to talent acquisition, retention, and productivity. When employees feel valued in their environment, it positively impacts business growth. Claremont’s research measures everything from humidity levels to the impact of different spaces on creativity and focus.
As technology and AI change how we work, the role of physical offices will shift toward fostering connection. As Becky puts it, “a computer can be anywhere,” but human connection requires thoughtful, intentional design. That’s why companies are embracing ideas like the ‘Destination Office’, where space is designed to give people real reasons to come in.
A great workplace isn’t designed for employees; it’s designed with them. Involving people in the process from the start through surveys, workshops, and feedback ensures the space meets their needs. This is particularly important when considering different working styles, neurodiversity, and accessibility.
A really important part of the conversation happens when Becky states, “There’s no neutral opposition to inclusion.” This means that if a workplace isn’t making an effort to be actively inclusive, it’s excluding people. This applies to everything from physical accessibility to neurodivergent-friendly design, so that everyone has the same equal chance to succeed at work.
Ready to transform how you think about workplace design? Listen now to the full discussion with Becky as she reveals the psychology behind effective workspaces. Check out the complete episode below or listen on Spotify!
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