About a year ago, as the country entered a state of emergency due to the pandemic, offices shutdown - in some cases, seemingly overnight. Those who could transfer work to their homes, set up laptops in their dining rooms, living rooms, or areas with some amount of quiet. For many -- although at first a necessity for safety reasons -- the change has become a preference, with some unexpected benefits, including a steep decline in commuting. It appears more emphasis on remote work is here to stay.