The Changing Workplace

Joining Phil on his latest podcast is Dr Nigel Oseland, workplace researcher, strategist, author and lecturer to name but a few of his titles.

Following the publication of his latest research in conjunction with the British Council for Offices (BCO) ‘Review of Post Pandemic Office Utilisation’ Nigel talks about looking beyond average data towards a more nuanced approach when making decisions based on utilisation levels.

Attracting people back to the office is not as simple as providing cracking aesthetics. If we want the space to support the generation of new ideas, for building trust within our people and for developing junior colleagues we need to consider attendance flexibility but also accommodating many of the activities for which people find their home space is more functionally suitable.

Nigel’s latest book looks at Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE) which he likens to an MOT, a regular feedback mechanism on how well your space is performing and an opportunity to tweak and make improvements as your organisation evolves. Nigel provides practical advice to occupiers on how to introduce a balanced approach to this, how and when to implement these.

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Utopi's new office in the award-winning regenerated Eastworks building was recently nominated for a British Council for Offices regional award. The aim was to maximise the potential of the space, complementing the distinctive industrial architectural and delivering an environment that’s exciting, sustainable, flexible, and inspiring.

In this episode, Phil Muir and Associate Interior Designer Sarah McGregor are joined by Utopi's John Trower, Co-founder and Executive Director, and Chanel Turner-Ross, Head of Marketing, to chat about their new office. Hear what it's like to create a space that enhances wellness and productivity and welcomes the community to share in the amenities and success story of Utopi. 

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Cundall's new Edinburgh office is a collaborative and inclusive space with sustainable design principles at its core. Working closely with the Cundall team, we helped turn their new suite in the recently refurbished New Clarendon into an industry-leading example of circularity and reuse in the workplace. 

In this episode, Phil Muir is joined by guests Lucia Savastano, Principal Sustainability Engineer and Alex Morales, Senior Consultant, Sustainability with Cundall to discuss the office relocation project and what it's like to design a sustainable office that actively supports people's health and well-being.

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Career Spotlight: Insights from women leading the way in property and construction

In this episode, Vicki Walker chats with Anne Johnstone, Head of ESG at Vital Energi Utilities. ESG didn’t even exist when Anne started her career 23 years ago. She shares how the skills she’s learnt on her journey have gotten her to where she is today and why we should all be more confident in our careers. If your role isn’t taking you where you want to be, have the courage to make the change and believe in yourself.

If you’d like to share your career journey and help young women learn about the opportunities available to them, get in touch with Vicki and the team at [email protected]. 

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Career Spotlight: Insights from women leading the way in property and construction

In this episode, Vicki Walker chats with her colleague Cheryl Harkin, Design & Build Manager at Space Solutions who shares her inspiring career story and what led her to SPACE at the end of 2023. Equipped with a love of numbers and an Excel spreadsheet, Cheryl left school in 5th year to start an SVQ in Business Admin with a small refurbishment company, on her road to eventually becoming an Accountant. Her curious mind and determination led her to learn everything she could about the business and within six months she was training instead as a Quantity Surveyor.
 
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Career Spotlight: Insights from women leading the way in property and construction

People are always pushing boundaries, which means design is always changing. You have to get out and see what people are doing and remember that good design is about problem solving and telling a story through your work. In this episode, Vicki Walker sits down with her colleague Isobel Jones-Watt, Senior Interior Designer at Space Solutions, as she shares her career story so far, what drives her as a designer, and how she's navigating this ever-evolving industry.

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Career Spotlight: Insights from women leading the way in property and construction

Never stop looking at the buildings around you. That's Victoria Scott's advice for staying curious and growing as an architect. 

In this episode, Vicki Walker chats with Victoria as she shares valuable insights into her journey from first-day student to fully qualified architect, and how living abroad, the impact of Covid, and the positive experiences of travel continue to influence her design and architecture understanding.

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Career Spotlight: Insights from women leading the way in property and construction

In this episode, Vicki Walker talks to Kate Kelly, Project Manager with Hub-West. Kate started on construction sites 14 years ago after winning the top student award and securing a placement year in her first year at university. She shares how things are slowly changing in a male-dominated industry, and the importance of confidence, giving back, and believing in your ability to grab all the experiences that come your way.

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In this episode, we explore Design & Build – a one-stop shop, where the designer and builder work together to create a single point of contact. This results in faster project completion, enhanced collaboration, and reduced risks.

Vicki Walker, Business Development Director shares her years of experience to provide valuable insights into the core of Design & Build. She is joined by Ross McEachern Project Director, from Hoare Lea a recent Design & Build client, who shares his first-hand experience. Tune in for a better understanding of this approach to workplace transformation.

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Join us as we dive into the discussions held during our recent Next Gen event series. Hosted by our Next Gen team members, Sophy Scott and Isobel Jones, we explore the future of work through the eyes of our insightful guests. Discover their perspectives on hybrid work, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion in the modern workplace. Tune in now for a glimpse into the next generation's expectations from employers and workplaces.

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