Workplace Trends Shaping 2025
At Pigott, we're always designing for what's next. Take a look at what trends are shaping the workplace - and what to do about it.
The workplace is no longer just a place to work. It's a strategic asset.
Companies today are rethinking how their spaces reflect culture, support hybrid teams, and deliver lasting value. We believe that the most impactful workplaces are intentionally designed for what's next. They blend flexibility, wellness, and purpose-driven environments that inspire people to do their best work.
So, what's changing, and what should leaders be focused on?
1. The Rise of Intentional Hybrid
Hybrid work is here to stay, but how it works is evolving. Businesses are shifting from reactive remote models to intentional hybrid strategies that use space to its full potential. Offices are becoming hubs for collaboration, culture, and connection, not just rows or desks.
What We Recommend:
- Design spaces that offer choice: quiet zones, huddle rooms, open collaboration.
- Reconfigure underused areas to better support team-based work.
- Use furnishings and layouts that allow for easy reconfiguration as needs evolve.
- Align your hybrid strategy with human needs, creating inclusive environments that support equity and belonging.
2. Designing for Wellbeing
Physical and mental awareness are now critical parts of workplace strategy. Companies are investing in spaces that promote health, from ergonomics to biophilic design and mental recharge zones.
What We Recommend:
- Include furniture that supports movement and posture, such as sit-to-stand desks and active seating.
- Introduce natural elements: greenery, daylight, and acoustic comfort.
- Create "respite" spaces to support focus and recovery throughout the day.
- Prioritize psychological safety and emotional well-being as part of your design outcomes to empower your people and support holistic well-being.
3. Flexible Construction is Gaining Ground
Businesses need spaces that can flex with them, without long lead times or high renovation costs. Modular interior construction solutions give teams the ability to adapt fast, without compromise.
What We Recommend:
- Consider prefabricated systems for faster buildouts and lower waste.
- Use modular walls to create spaces that grow or shrink with your business.
- Rethink renovation cycles with future-proofed design.
- Minimize disruption and environmental impact by integrating adaptable infrastructure that reduces waste over time.
4. Sustainability is No Longer Optional
More organizations are holding themselves accountable to ESG goals, and design plays a key role. Sustainable materials, smart product choices, and construction methods that reduce waste are no longer "nice to haves."
What We Recommend:
- Choose manufacturers with strong sustainability commitments.
- Prioritize products with recycled or renewable content.
- Partner with teams who can help you measure and achieve environmental goals.
- Embed sustainability early into your design to align with your organization's broader purpose.
5. People-First Design Wins
Today's best workplaces are built around the needs of people, not just square footage or aesthetics. That means understanding what motivates teams, where friction lives, and how the environment can remove barriers to doing great work.
What We Recommend:
- Start with deep discovery to understand your team's unique needs.
- Involve employees early to build buy-in and alignment.
- Design not just for today, but for where your business is heading.
- Use data and behavioral insights to create environments that drive performance, connection, and innovation.
Where Pigott Comes In
As your local interiors partner, we don't just furnish spaces, we design them with purpose. From strategic planning and curated furniture solutions to smart interior construction, our team helps you future-proof your workplace with creativity, speed, and care.