POV: The physical design studio is waning. Could a residency model replace it?
Briefly

The article discusses Two Times Elliott's decision to close their permanent studio space, signaling a shift in hybrid working definitions. Founder James Horwitz explains that this was a carefully considered decision, influenced by team members' varying preferences for workspace environments. The studio, traditionally a hub for collaborative creativity, has evolved as the need for flexibility grows. As designers adapt to individual working styles, the studio aims to develop a new working model that balances shared spaces with personal focus, though the new model is still in progress.
"Some of our team had thrived in the studio, while others thrived outside of it. Some needed the rhythm of a shared space, while others craved deep focus."
"The answer isn't fully activated yet, but we think we're getting closer to a solution."
"As with most designers, the studio was where we did our best thinking, where our work was shaped in real-time."
"So began a journey of finding a way of working flexible enough to accommodate it all."
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