Not long ago, collaboration was the main focus of office design. Companies opened up their spaces, removed partitions, and created environments intended to encourage communication between teams. Today, however, another topic is coming to the forefront: the ability to concentrate. Our own experience during the redesign of our office confirms this trend.

The architectural design created for Škoda Auto has been shortlisted for the SBID International Design Awards 2026. The architectural project for Škoda Auto is among the inspiring design achievements from around the world that have been selected as finalists in this year's SBID International Design Awards in the Office Design Under 2,000 m² in Europe category.

The office is changing faster today than ever before.Not because of architecture, but because of the way we work. Teams evolve, projects have different dynamics, and employee presence fluctuates.A workspace that isn’t prepared for this reality quickly becomes outdated. That’s why modularity is no longer a trend – it’s a natural response to an ever-changing environment.

Colors in the workplace have a significant impact on how a space is perceived and on the level of concentration it supports. Cloud Dancer, a soft shade of white with a warm grey undertone, responds to the need for calmer office interiors and helps reduce visual overload. It supports long-term focus and, unlike cool white tones, does not feel sterile even during a full working day.

Not long ago, we perceived artificial intelligence only as a tool hidden inside software. Today, however, AI is slowly stepping away from computer screens and entering the very spaces we work in. Thanks to smart sensors and algorithms, it can monitor room usage, respond to people’s movement, or automatically adjust light, temperature, and acoustics based on current needs.

3D printing is no longer science fiction. It has become a tool that is transforming the way we think about both design and manufacturing. What once seemed experimental is now an integral part of modern interiors, offering the freedom to create without limits.

Today’s offices are more than just desks and chairs. They are about experience, atmosphere, and well-being. Companies understand that the environment affects not only performance but, most importantly, employee satisfaction. That is why solid wood is taking centre stage.

Offices are no longer just places to “sit out” eight hours a day. Today, they are hubs for creativity, collaboration, and well-being. The pandemic showed us that remote work works—but it also made companies rethink what an office should really be.

Most of our day is spent indoors. That’s why light is no longer just about being able to see. It affects our biorhythms, influencing mood, focus, productivity, and overall health. Our designs increasingly incorporate fixtures that provide full-spectrum, or pro-cognitive, lighting.

Biophilic design is not just a trend – it’s a response to humanity’s growing disconnection from nature. By incorporating natural materials, daylight, greenery, and quiet into interiors, it promotes mental well-being, focus, and a healthier working environment.