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In modern office environments, it is often a challenge to reconcile concentrated work with open working landscapes. se:hive was developed to resolve precisely this issue - the retreat option offers visual and acoustic screening without restricting the openness and flexibility of the space.

As part of the Sedus Lookbook No. 2, we have visited inspiring creatives and their favourite ‘Great Good Places’. One such exceptional location is Jame’s Studio in Vienna. It has been designed with great sensitivity to both aesthetics and functionality, by photographer Melanie Prusa.

The modern workplace has evolved, and so have the demands on office environments. The pandemic highlighted that traditional office spaces often no longer meet employees' needs. But how can offices be designed to be not only functional but also inviting? In an expert discussion, neurophysiologist and environmental psychologist, Sophie Schuller, provides valuable insights into how spaces influence our health, well-being, and productivity.

In a working world that is increasingly characterised by flexibility and collaboration, meeting places play an important role. The se:café bar is far more than just a "coffee station" - it becomes the centrepiece of the modern office, where good coffee, hospitality, and spontaneous exchange come together.

The Bregenzer Festspiele in Austria, is an opera, music and theatre festival that delights numerous visitors year after year with its performances on the unique lake stage. But teamwork is also a top priority behind the scenes: In the new multi-purpose building for administration and technology, 1000 square metres of modern workspaces have been created in collaboration with Sedus, providing the ideal conditions for collaboration and flexibility.

The corporate podcast, work now next by Sedus, regularly offers fascinating insights into the world of design. In the latest episode, designer Volker Eysing – the creative mind behind the new conference chair se:mission – discusses his inspiration, working methods, and future trends.

Working, meeting, exchanging - se:lab island is the ideal place to promote agile working methods in an inspiring environment. This versatile meeting island from Sedus combines a cosy design with functional flexibility and brings an outdoor feeling directly into the office. As a central meeting point, se:lab island becomes the centrepiece of every work café and supports modern working methods.

The world of work is undergoing a transformation: wellbeing, hospitality, and community are becoming central to modern workplace design. These elements are no longer optional extras but essential pillars for creating satisfied, motivated, and high-performing employees. How can companies address these needs through their office and space concepts? With inspiring insights and practical examples, this article explores innovative solutions for the future of work. Discover how hybrid spaces can enhance wellbeing, foster a sense of community, and create a welcoming atmosphere.

Today, the office as a working environment faces a decisive challenge: it has to keep up with the appeal and atmosphere of "third places" such as restaurants, cafés, libraries, gardens and squares. The solution for companies is to create spaces that are not only functional, but also invite people to linger and feel at ease. The se:café team table is such a place - a meeting point that brings the feeling of home into the office and at the same time optimally combines socialising and working.

Libraries preserve the world’s knowledge. The first libraries were established more than 5000 years ago. Since then, they have evolved from places of peace and solitude to genuine community
spaces where people come together to learn, exchange ideas and work. They have become an integral part of “Great Good Places” – somewhere strangers can become friends. The Norwegian transdisciplinary architecture and design studio Snøhetta recently planned and realised the world’s largest library in Beijing. We spoke to Kjetil Trædal Thorsen about the evolution of libraries.

This blog post sheds light on how libraries are constantly reinventing themselves as ‘cathedrals of the mind’ and what role they play in today's flexible working and living environment.

Versatile and streamline? Comfortable and chic? Premium, for everyone? With se:mission, all of this is possible. With its high degree of customisability, the new conference swivel chair can cover a particularly wide range of tastes in the Sedus portfolio, while always offering a high level of comfort.

In the modern working world, we are often faced with the question: How can we work together effectively? Whether via screens or face-to-face contact - the type of interaction shapes our team dynamics and ultimately the team's success. A closer look at the neuroscientific background and the advantages and disadvantages of the various forms of collaboration reveals that work is not just a means to an end: Work is not just a means to an end - it is lived interaction and shared experience.

The Sedus Smart Café stands for a new type of working environment that combines functionality, atmosphere and hospitality. The new solid wood chair, se:café wooden chair & lounge chair, brings a grounding, inviting component to this concept with its natural aesthetics and warm materiality. With its clear design language and the use of wood, it creates a connection to nature that can be felt, seen and experienced emotionally.

“We are not thinking machines that feel, but feeling machines that think.” This quote from António R. Damásio aptly captures the complexity of human working life and reminds us that our emotions and wellbeing have a significant impact on our work. The way we work is changing with the increasing popularity of hybrid working models, and the design of our workspaces must also adapt to these changes.

It's all in the mix! Not only when choosing the perfect coffee beans, but also in the workplace. While employees used to have a fixed workplace either in the office or at home, more and more 'Third Places' are now becoming the focus of modern working culture. The new issue of the Sedus LOOKBOOK sheds light on the various facets of this change.

The Sedus Smart Café concept, which combines functionality with an inviting atmosphere and provides a modern response to the changing requirements of working environments, was presented for the first time at Orgatec 2024 as part of our New Arrivals. The fully upholstered se:café soft chair family plays a central role here. With its cosy, organic design and versatility, it sets standards for comfort and aesthetics in work cafés, central zones and reception areas.

Every year, the design community eagerly awaits the unveiling of the Pantone Color of the Year, which captures the global zeitgeist in a unique way. For 2025, the Pantone Color Institute has chosen PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse, a warm, intense shade of brown that radiates comfort and elegance in equal measure. This shade reflects the desire for places of retreat, tranquillity and community - aspects that are becoming increasingly important in the modern working environment.

The design of modern working environments requires more than just desks and meeting rooms. The trend towards hybrid forms of work has revolutionised the office, and hybrid communal spaces such as office cafés play a central role. But not every office café is the same - four different archetypes offer different focuses and uses. The challenge for employers is to find out which of these archetypes, or which combination of them, best suits the needs of their own company.

Sedus Stoll AG is majority-owned by two foundations. One of which is the Karl Bröcker Foundation in Lippstadt. It primarily supports educational, medical and therapeutic projects and institutions for children in Germany and abroad. Watch the video to find out more about these projects.

How do colours, light and sensory impressions influence our well-being in interior spaces? This question was the focus for an exciting episode of the SEDUS Corporate Podcast, in which interior consultant and design blogger Carlotta Berta shared her experiences and perspectives.