COVID-19 RESOURCES | Space Matrix

Our Workplace Reboot was a two fold exercise- the first part Workplace Readiness helped our clients return to the workplace. This was a more tactical approach and included clear measures around accommodating physical distancing, safety, hygiene and air quality. It was also about how we work with clients to resume construction on on-going projects.

Flexibility is key as we continue to adjust to remote working whilst returning to the workplace in phases and our offices become safe hubs for people to meet, collaborate and socialise. The second part of our programme is Workplace Redefinition - How does the workplace evolve? The emphasis for the longer term is a holistic approach on where and how work gets done, and how technology will augment the way we create and innovate. The Physical Workplace will now look to establish new norms and re-balance Physical, Cultural, Social & Technological Priorities

Our Five Point Path Team specifically works with our clients on a reimagined, redefined and revitalised workplace that defines this New Normal.

THE FIVE POINT PATH

Space
Planning

Materiality

Technology
& Systems

Culture
& Behaviour

Wellness
& Wellbeing

Conscious Zoning
Smaller Self-Sufficient Neighborhoods
Flexibility & Autonomy

Surfaces & Coatings
Space Dividers
Hygiene Accessories
Kinetic Elements

Technology for remote working & Collaboration
Internet of Things
Automation

Environmental Graphics
Behavioral Guidelines

Hygiene Protocols
Physical, Social & Emotional Wellness
Biophilia

Speak to our team of experts.

OUR COVID-19 RESPONSE TEAM INSIGHTS

As an integrated design and build firm, we draw from the expertise of our COVID-19 Response Team comprising our multidisciplinary professionals from strategy to design, architecture, engineering, construction, wellness, and sustainability, as well as industry vendors and partners to develop a holistic business solution for our clients.

Feb

The much-awaited office reunion and the insights it has revealed

The pandemic prompted our Global Marketing Director, Fiza Hasan Malhotra, to develop new perspectives on the office that we had taken for granted before. Find out how her office reunion went.

Nov

Why sustainability will play a significant role in New Normal workplaces

The pandemic has changed people’s perspectives on the environment and sustainability. Now, companies are embracing environmental responsibility and recognising the tangible benefits of sustainable design at the workplace.

Aug

How technology can ensure workplace wellbeing in a post-lockdown world

Technology and workplace wellbeing do not usually come together, but in the post-lockdown world, traditional wellness offerings will no longer suffice. Here are 4 major ways in which technology will shape workplace wellbeing within this new normal

Jul

The post-pandemic impact on work culture: How Millennials and Gen Z are inspiring firms to address workforce concerns and spark loyalty

For several years now, employers have looked to younger employees to help workplaces evolve. In the post-pandemic workplace, the changes that they have espoused are transcending generational barriers, impacting workplace culture and sparking loyalty

Jul

The Five Point Path for the New Normal: Space Matrix’s longer-term design strategy prioritises the work, the worker and the workplace

Swaviman Das discusses how the Five Point Path Design Solutions for the New Normal redefines the workplace to look past the pandemic and navigates changes to address the new needs of the organisation and the workforce.

Jul

Returning to work: Common values emerge across the globe

Along with our new partner, IA Interior Architects, Space Matrix carried out a global survey to see what a return to the office will look like. We found that people’s responses to this trying time were remarkably similar around the globe.

Jul

5 ways workplace wellbeing policies are changing in the wake of COVID-19

With the COVID-19 pandemic and the mental and emotional toll of the last few months, looking after employees’ health and wellbeing is more important than ever before. Take a look at how workplace wellbeing programmes are being reimagined.

Jun

Messaging for the post-lockdown workplace: Nudge-based graphics and layouts to guide, remind, educate and soothe

As employees return to work after lockdowns, take a look at how graphics and layouts based on nudge theory at the workplace can direct people towards safer and healthier practices.

Jun

The battle against greenwashing in a post-lockdown world: Why authentic sustainability should encompass your entire workplace strategy

As consumers and employees wise up to companies that engage in greenwashing, we look at some ways to build sustainability into your entire workplace strategy.

May

Workplace Reboot : A Five-Point Design Plan to bring employees safely back to work

In order to enable this, Space Matrix put together a COVID-19 response team of design experts, who are working with clients on what their near-next workplace strategy should be. While longer term plans can include larger design changes and real estate overhauls, this near-next strategy cannot be long-drawn-out or elaborate.

Mar

COVID-19’s impact on remote working: How adaptable is your firm?

Remote working during the COVID-19 outbreak can slow down the spread of the disease. However, they test a company’s ability to adapt to a futuristic way of working, unless it keeps some things in mind.

PRESS COVERAGE

New work ︱Space Matrix: Yiqiao Bridge+, flexible office + community interaction

New Trend of Intergenerational Workspace with the new comers of Gen Z

Startups see value in shared working space of physical offices

Talk of demise of offices is greatly exaggerated, but how firms will use work spaces is set to change in post-coronavirus world

Technology takes over in Covid-safe cafeterias

In his interaction with The Straits Times, our CEO Arsh Chaudhry highlights that remote working is not enough to unite a workforce fragmented by social distancing and isolation.

As offices slowly get back to business, the new normal has begun to dictate workspace design. Our Director from the India office, Gururaj Raghavendra, defines the new design norm as ME space and WE space.