By JOHN YOUNG
Southern Lighting Source
Lighting’s critical role in the future workplace.
A NEW WORLD
T
he creative and innovative spaces of the new modern office will have a look and feel like nothing we’ve ever seen. As employees leave the comforts of home and reinsert themselves into the workspace, many will naturally have fears and concerns. Architects and designers have been working tirelessly to re-imagine and design environments that are not only modern, functional and beautiful, but address critical short and long-term needs to keep people safe. So let’s take a brief glimpse into what this world will look like. 34
— designing lighting
WELCOME
Your first day back begins by entering the office through a sanitization portal. As you make your way to the space assignment hub, you are greeted by teammates on the large centrally located Zoom Wall. After exchanging a few virtual pleasantries you're now ready to book your work space for the day. A simple glance at the assignment monitor alerts you to an opening. On your mobile phone, you reserve an available video cubbie and then start making your way to the team lounge. Weaving through modular and ergonomic
