It has always amazed me that architecture firms have horrible layouts. Yet they are the ones always trying to convince clients the advantages of a good office layout and a good looking office. I have never worked in an “normal†looking office, yet alone one that could be expected by architects who love to design nice spaces. How credible can you be if you as an architect can’t even design your own office to the standards that you do for others. How credible would a nutritionist be if he or she was weighing 400 pounds. Even if clients didn’t hire architects based on their office layout (which they usually don't do), why would architects be so willing to work in a dump. Some say dumps enhances the creativity which I think is bullshit. Have you ever been to an industrial design firm, interior design firms, graphic design or advertising firm? Al of them are in the design field and need as much creativity as architects, yet most of there firms look as what you’d expect from a creative profession. Others say that it is the lack of money that got architects working in rat holes. I don’t think it takes a lot of money to rearrange working arrears accordingly or buy a bucket of paint to enhance the walls.
the picture of the ad firm above is a cool design but i wouldn't call it a good office layout at all. it looks like 4 workers are all supposed to sit around the one table. who would want to work like that? no privacy at all and you'd always have to be trying to avoid eye contact with the person across from you. also, i doubt the big chandelier in the middle would provide good lighting for computer work. granted, this photo is probably sexed up for the photo shoot and doesn't really represent how that office looks on an average day, but i'd never take a job in an office set up like that.
"a spot where everybody doesnt have a view of my screen."
We have an open office. So I can see your pain. There is one case even more worse. Some of the management people's desk is facing other intern's. So these two people will face each other everyday.
It would be a good idea if there is sth to block each one's view into each other.
The picture is nice although it do have problems like bryan4arch said.
But the interesting part is that it have some light materials and architectural elements combined with the colors to make such a eye-catching space.
I like the semi high space they created. It split the narrow and high loft space. It gave this space a depth. The modern materials like glass driple reflect the light everywhere in the office. The bright color in the middle of the space combined with the dark purple in the floor introduce a live color.
It looks simple but very practical to copy into other office.
as an intern i sat across from one of the principals. granted i had nothing but the utmost respect for this person and we're friends to this day but i learned volumes about client relations just by listening while i worked; it was invaluable.
same, im also learning how to bully consultants who miss their deadlines by sitting opposite my pd. it also means its easier to get involved in any design discussions that you might have missed out on otherwise.
Just curious, how do a lawyer intern learn? They usually have their own office with a sofa againts the wall and a personal secretary. Sitting 2 feet from the boss is absolutely not done. That will take away the eliteness of the profession.
office layout
Anyone bored with your firm's layout? Any new ideas you think is essential to improve your creativity and productivity?
open bar and a stripper pole !
Not a good one,man.
It will only make you leave your seat and spread your sperm somewhere other than your office.
you spread your sperm in the office? that's sticky!
are u cublicles or open plan? skateboard mini ramps are kinda cool!
Scatter some ferns around.
a spot where everybody doesnt have a view of my screen. makes it hard to deal with all the porn that keeps ariving in my inbox.
It has always amazed me that architecture firms have horrible layouts. Yet they are the ones always trying to convince clients the advantages of a good office layout and a good looking office. I have never worked in an “normal†looking office, yet alone one that could be expected by architects who love to design nice spaces. How credible can you be if you as an architect can’t even design your own office to the standards that you do for others. How credible would a nutritionist be if he or she was weighing 400 pounds. Even if clients didn’t hire architects based on their office layout (which they usually don't do), why would architects be so willing to work in a dump. Some say dumps enhances the creativity which I think is bullshit. Have you ever been to an industrial design firm, interior design firms, graphic design or advertising firm? Al of them are in the design field and need as much creativity as architects, yet most of there firms look as what you’d expect from a creative profession. Others say that it is the lack of money that got architects working in rat holes. I don’t think it takes a lot of money to rearrange working arrears accordingly or buy a bucket of paint to enhance the walls.
Here is a picture of an advertising firm.
Beetle Bugin is as exciting as the office layout gets.
Beetle Bugin
the picture of the ad firm above is a cool design but i wouldn't call it a good office layout at all. it looks like 4 workers are all supposed to sit around the one table. who would want to work like that? no privacy at all and you'd always have to be trying to avoid eye contact with the person across from you. also, i doubt the big chandelier in the middle would provide good lighting for computer work. granted, this photo is probably sexed up for the photo shoot and doesn't really represent how that office looks on an average day, but i'd never take a job in an office set up like that.
"a spot where everybody doesnt have a view of my screen."
We have an open office. So I can see your pain. There is one case even more worse. Some of the management people's desk is facing other intern's. So these two people will face each other everyday.
It would be a good idea if there is sth to block each one's view into each other.
harold:
The picture is nice although it do have problems like bryan4arch said.
But the interesting part is that it have some light materials and architectural elements combined with the colors to make such a eye-catching space.
I like the semi high space they created. It split the narrow and high loft space. It gave this space a depth. The modern materials like glass driple reflect the light everywhere in the office. The bright color in the middle of the space combined with the dark purple in the floor introduce a live color.
It looks simple but very practical to copy into other office.
as an intern i sat across from one of the principals. granted i had nothing but the utmost respect for this person and we're friends to this day but i learned volumes about client relations just by listening while i worked; it was invaluable.
same, im also learning how to bully consultants who miss their deadlines by sitting opposite my pd. it also means its easier to get involved in any design discussions that you might have missed out on otherwise.
Just curious, how do a lawyer intern learn? They usually have their own office with a sofa againts the wall and a personal secretary. Sitting 2 feet from the boss is absolutely not done. That will take away the eliteness of the profession.
Anyone have good architects office picture?
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