design
5 benefits of promoting sustainability in the workplace
Sustainability has become a buzzword in recent years. As a result, companies are now looking at ways to reduce their environmental impact and improve their bottom line. When promoting sustainability becomes part of your company culture, and you’re constantly encouraged to find ways to make your workplace sustainable, you’ll find it easier to get motivated […]
The importance of Biophilic Design in the Workplace
The History of Biophilia Biophilia was first named by the psychologist Erich Fromm. Fromm stated that he believed Biophilia represented the “connections that human beings subconsciously seek with the rest of life”. Simply put, Biophilia is a love for nature. This was further elaborated on by the Biologist Edward O. Wilson in his book: Biophilia. […]
The best coworking space in Borough – Uncommon
Borough is a very fast-growing neighbourhood for creatives, entrepreneurs and start-ups. Uncommon Borough has the best location – just being a few steps from the Northern Line and food stalls right outside our building. Borough Market, Bermondsey High Street and London Bridge is a short walk away which gives you something new to do on […]
Curatd by Uncommon – Innovative furniture to create the perfect workspace
Launching the Uncommon Furniture Collection “We are thrilled to announce the launch of ‘curatd. by Uncommon’ – a collection of beautiful office furniture which amplifies our ethos as a brand. Each of the hand selected pieces within the collection offers a sense of high quality design intermixed with the sense of well-being which all of […]
Design elements at Uncommon coworking spaces to stir the senses
“Ultimately, if you are paying to work from a shared office space, then you are looking for an environment that will help you become more successful in your work. A huge part of what will propel you to success is a space with the right personality.” – Area Works One of the most common feedback […]
Scents and Sensibility
It’s happened to us all. Hastening down an urban street, weaving in and out of pedestrians, you’re heading to an appointment. The music in your headphones blocks out the passing traffic. The thoughts of your impending meeting preoccupy your mind. All of your senses are engaged with the distractions of your bustling surroundings. Then it […]
5 essentials for a happy desk space
That old adage that a tidy desk shows a tidy mind has never been more appropriate than when you opt for a co-working space, as you can leave yourself and all your good and bad habits open for all to see. There are some of us who can make any space look like an unmade […]
Good Vibrations
It’s a sight so common it’s almost unremarkable. No matter where you are, if you look up there’s a high chance you’ll see at least one person with headphones on – in a world all of their own. You could be powering through a final set at the gym. Concentrating on your work in the […]
Stimulating Spaces
Were a businessman from 1980 to stumble into a time machine and fall into a modern day office you might forgive him for wondering just exactly what it is people do for a living. Gone are the closed cubicles of yesteryear, gone are the white striplights failing to fully commit to their job – much […]