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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.

On November 21 and 22, 2024, Berlin became a hotspot for sustainable building: Experts from the construction and furniture industries came together at the Climate Festival for the Construction Industry of the Future to discuss sustainable concepts and innovative approaches. Their event strapline, “Together we are changing the construction industry. Sustainable. Taking responsibility. Shaping the future,” offered a platform for inspiration and networking.

Sedus was on site as a partner and set a strong signal for the future of the (office) furniture industry, with a centrally located lounge as well as participation in the panel talk, “Circular interior design - ecological strategies in furniture construction”.

In modern work environments, office cafés have evolved into hybrid spaces that go beyond traditional break areas, where they support a variety of work and relaxation modes. While break rooms are traditionally designed for short periods of relaxation and offer functional facilities such as coffee machines and tables, office cafés create an atmosphere that specifically aims to promote productivity, creativity and social interaction.

At their core, office cafés offer an enhanced experience where both work and relaxation can co-exist harmoniously. They offer far more flexibility and different environments tailored to a variety of working styles and needs.

Working from home has become the norm now there are more opportunities for hybrid working or being in the home office. Especially in the colder months, when the days get shorter, many people make the decision not to commute to the office. Working from the home offers advantages such as improved work-life balance and avoiding costly and crowded public transport. However, those who used to work in different locations such as co-working spaces and cafés face new challenges when working from home. To promote health and productivity, ergonomic measures and good organisation in the home workplace are essential.

Third places such as cafés, pubs and bookshops have always been meeting places for social interaction and team building. They provide space for conversation, creative exchange and relaxation away from the workplace. In recent years, these informal social spaces have evolved significantly as a result of changes in the world of work, driven by the pandemic and the introduction of hybrid working models. The lines between public and private life, between work and leisure, are increasingly blurred, and many workers now expect their office environments to reflect the flexibility and community spirit of these third places.

early bird boasts sophisticated technology, ergonomic and durable quality and a wide range of features. The mechanism designed by Sedus, on which the office swivel chair is based, continues to set standards today.

Like every office swivel chair from Sedus, ‘mr. 24’ also has its own story to tell. Originally, it was designed as an absolute ‘specialist’ – as a model for the toughest of demands in 24-hour use. However, shortly after its market launch, it became clear that the range of potential customers extended far beyond this field of application. And very quickly, mr. 24 also proved its worth in the usual upmarket office environment.

The close connection between coffee and work has deep cultural roots that go back to the 18th century, when coffee houses became important places for intellectual exchange and business activities. This relationship continued to develop with the emergence of modern office culture, making the coffee break an integral part of the working day. Particularly in the early twentieth century, with the introduction of the eight-hour workday, coffee gained significantly in importance as an energy source and social ritual.

On request, Sedus calculates the total greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) for individual products (Product Carbon Footprint) or a complete individual project (Project Carbon Footprint). This blog post explains how it works.

The tradition of healthy and conscious eating has a long history at Sedus, dating back to the 1950s. Back then, Emma Stoll, the wife of the then company chairman Christof Stoll, began providing the company's employees with wholesome, healthy meals. Just a few years ago, Emma Stoll would have celebrated her 100th birthday and it is with deep gratitude that Sedus remembers her commitment, which laid the foundation for today's company well-being kitchen.

Hybrid working: Flexibility, well-being and productivity.

The modern working world is undergoing profound change. Traditional working models, where the office was considered the central place of productivity, are increasingly giving way to hybrid concepts that make the transition between professional and private areas more fluid. Flexibility, well-being and the promotion of productivity are at the heart of this new work culture. But how exactly are hybrid working models affecting our lives, and what role can an office café play in sustainably promoting employee wellbeing and corporate culture?

The need for neck supports emerged with the introduction of synchronous mechanisms in swivel chairs, allowing for a wider opening angle and greater movement of the backrest. But what ergonomic advantages does a neck support offer and is it even useful at all?

Sedus INSIGHTS is now available in a new layout and with extended content. The latest edition of the trend monitor focuses on human connections and how hybrid common areas can improve collaboration.

Orgatec 2024 is over, and the past week of the trade fair was a complete success for us at Sedus. With the motto “Design to Connect - The Rendezvous Office”, we turned our stand into a lively meeting place and showed how inspiring design connects people, workspaces and promotes sustainable values. The aim was to create a space that sees the office of tomorrow as a social anchor - a place that brings people together and promotes creative work.

How can the office be transformed into a social space for networking and collaboration? This is a question that is currently facing more and more employers and companies - because today, the office is no longer just a place where people work, but a place where they meet, exchange ideas and develop innovations together.

The world of work is in a state of upheaval. Labour shortages, the changing values ​​of Gen Z and the rapid increase in hybrid working models are forcing employers to rethink their current strategies. Key questions arise: How will work be defined in the future? What role do people play in this new world of work?

The answer lies in the concept of the “Human Office” – an approach that puts people at the centre and radically rethinks the working environment.

Right next to the Sedus headquarters in Dogern is the Eulenhof, an organic farm that is characterised by passion, community and sustainable agriculture. We recently had the pleasure of talking to Matthias Kuhn, the farm manager, about the philosophy, the daily work and his vision for the future. It quickly became clear that the Eulenhof is more than just a place where food is produced. It is a living space where biodiversity, a sense of community and a deep connection to nature take centre stage. In the following interview, Matthias talks about his personal experiences, challenges and the principles that define the Eulenhof.

The world of work has changed dramatically in recent years. Hybrid models that allow a flexible choice between the office, home office and so-called “third places” such as cafés or co-working spaces have become the new standard. This development presents companies with the challenge of continuing to establish the office as a central place of collaboration, even though the workplace no longer takes place there exclusively. But how can this be achieved?