Table 7. Pros and Cons of Workers Environment Productivity

• Only sense of décor is the two potted plans on the desk and a stack of books in the corner. • The space is quiet, although traffic and bird sounds coming from the exterior. Other sounds we hear are initiated by the individual (paper shuffling and mouse scrolling) • Biggest distractions: traffic, transport rear moving sound, and a few interior sounds have diverted the individual’s concentration at minimal instances over three hours.

During the three-hour video observation, the individual:

• Provided mental capacity towards different occurrences, such as: in the beginning of their workday, the individual demonstrated a smile in response to something unknown on their computer screen. • Additionally, a few instances where a ‘sigh’ of relief is exhaled following by a posture repositioning. Lastly, self-gratification is also observed where the individual exclaims okay and claps their hands after accomplishing a task on their iPad. • Took six breaks, every 25 minutes for 5 minutes (following the Pomodoro Technique). • Was distracted a total of 6 times from sounds inside and outside the home, predominately traffic noises. • Adjusted their posture a total of 8 times. • The individual spent approximately 30% of their time reading, 50% typing or writing (with a pen/pencil) and, 20% drawing on the iPad with a stylus pen. • Engaged/Utilized technology and material: a laptop with separate mouse and keyboard, an iPad with a stylus pen, books, and paper and pen/pencil.

Table 7

Pros and Cons of Workers Environment Productivity

Supported Productivity

• Great access to natural light • View of trees/outside for great Attention

Restoration Theory (ART) • Use of various materials (computer, iPad, paper, books) • Repetitive breaks, use of Pomodoro

Technique • Self-pride and recognition in their work • Closeness to city street/traffic • Moderate workspace surface for multiuse of materials • Lack of storage/organization for books • Questionable comfort of seating in task chair • Space lacks personal attachment or representations

Hindered Productivity