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The way we work is undergoing something of a revolution, as businesses and organisations embrace new opportunities and approaches made possible by mobile and web technology.


Now we can ‘set up shop’ almost anywhere, working flexibly even in shared and social spaces once considered totally unsuitable for work, like coffee shops, terraces and even staircases. The conventional concept of the office as a series of fixed, cellular rooms where people sit and carry out tasks is fast becoming outmoded.


This, our first Workplace architecture and design supplement, captures the changes in workspace design and focuses on how architects and designers are creating buildings and spaces that meet the demands of this exciting, evolving environment.


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For example regular ADF contributor Jess Unwin reveals how one architectural practice is transforming two rather different ‘old school’ suburban office blocks into landmark commercial buildings. Turning our attention to Amsterdam, we take a good look over The Edge, the world’s greenest office building and the hi-tech home of a radically new vision for the workplace.


Our third building project feature focuses on Sea Containers House, a 1970s concrete office on London’s South Bank relaunched with a dramatic internal redesign inspired by public exhibition spaces.


We also have thought-provoking commentaries from Alan Yates of BRE Global, who highlights the vital role BREEAM accreditation plays in shaping modern office buildings, and architect Alireza Ravanshad arguing we need to be designing more combined working and living spaces to suit modern lifestyles.


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Elsewhere, experts offer advice and research on workplace furniture, ceilings, glass manifestation and digital wall art, plus acoustic and personal storage solutions.


We think you’ll find it an informative, interesting read. Ray Philpott


Workplace architecture and design


adf July 2016 architectsdatafile On the cover...


Features in this issue Ceilings


Office Acoustics & Solutions Office Furniture Personal Storage Shelters


Project reports The Edge, Amsterdam


The Charter House and Thames Tower New Ogilvy and Mather UK HQ


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Giving architects the tools to keep sustainability on track From home to office, fast


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The multi-award-winning The Edge in Amsterdam. © Ronald Tilleman (For more information, see page 10)


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