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You’ve read about our study of personality traits and workplace design, and the factors we included in our investigation. Now, we share the results. Part 3: The Results Are In Before administering our survey, we developed a series of theories that linked various personality traits to different aspects of the physical environment. These variables of […]
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Last week, we introduced our study of personality types and workplace design. In today’s post, we look at the personality traits we considered relevant and show how they measured up. Part 2: Putting Personality to the Test ACTIVITY SETTINGS AND PERFORMANCE-BASED DESIGN To facilitate the varied types of work that people typically perform throughout the […]
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What is it about each of us that leads to workplace satisfaction? Why do some people love where they work, while others find their physical environment to be a challenge and a hindrance to a productive day? These were the questions that Cam Featherstonhaugh and I explored earlier this year, as we studied the relationship […]
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TruexCullins has designed many well-known Vermont business headquarters and office spaces. Videographer Dave Raizman sat down with Managing Principal David Epstein, AIA, for a conversation about TruexCullins’ approach to workplace architecture. In this video, David shares how TruexCullins helps its clients creates workplace environments that foster collaboration, maximize productivity and expresses the company’s brand by […]
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Construction is underway of a new middle and high school building designed by TruexCullins on the Zaitsevo Campus of the Moscow Economic School (MES) in Moscow, Russia. Located in the western region of Moscow, the 12,700 SQM (136,000 SF) campus facility includes space for classrooms, administration offices, a 500-seat theater, library, gymnasium and natatorium. A […]
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Architects take many approaches to making successful buildings. Some architects design based on an abstract idea, others see their work more as sculpture or art. Our goal is create environments with a sense of place that engages its users. What does this mean? We believe buildings should be of their time and place, leveraging the […]
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TruexCullins Interiors – Resort Interior Design Trends Video Series 2014 TruexCullins Interiors Principal Kim Deetjen, ASID and her team have won numerous awards for excellence in interior design. In this interview series, Kim shares her approach, philosophy and thoughts on interior design trends. Kim’s recent design projects include: Topnotch Resort, Stowe, VT; Samoset, Rockport, ME; […]
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In Article 2 we discussed key concepts to consider when designing flexible schools. Article 3 delved into key building technologies that help spaces adapt more easily to a wide variety of uses. In this article we will look at the final piece of the puzzle: furniture and how it can support the flexible use of […]
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In the last article, we discussed issues related to building organization. In this article, we discuss what building technologies to consider when attempting to create flexible learning environments. The key concept here is that successful multipurpose space requires more than open space, it requires multipurpose support infrastructure including lighting, electrical power, acoustics and HVAC. Here […]
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In this article, we look at different organizational models for building design and their ability to adapt to changing needs. As schools evolved from the one room schoolhouse to the graded school, a prototype evolved that includes a front administration area with a gym, cafeteria and/or multipurpose space. Attached to this are classroom wings, which […]
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Over the course of the week we’ve been sharing stories, photos and sketches from the recent service trip to Nepal, when Diantha, Sparky and Andrew travelled to the village of Basa to help build a school with Edge of Seven. In today’s post, Diantha wraps up this 3-part series and writes about the final few days […]
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Continuing from Monday’s report, Diantha Korzun shares the highlights of her recent trip to Nepal, when she, Sparky Millikin, and Andrew Chardain travelled to the village of Basa to assist the Edge of Seven with the construction of a rural mountain school. Read on for the second of this 3-part blog post, which describes the […]