Workplaces designed with unassigned seating often create challenges for employees, such as finding a place to work and participating in meetings. Following COVID, many organizations adopted flexible seating to reduce real estate costs, but this approach may negatively impact employee experience. Data indicates that nearly 60% of employees prefer dedicated workspaces, as assigned environments significantly enhance focus and overall performance. Flexibility in design must balance adaptability with the stability employees need to thrive in their work.
"Data from Gensler's 2026 Global Workplace Survey suggests that unassigned seating may come with unintended tradeoffs. Nearly 60 percent of employees working in unassigned environments say they would prefer a dedicated workspace."
"In assigned environments, 80% of employees say the office effectively supports that kind of focus. In unassigned environments, that number drops significantly, indicating a direct correlation between workspace assignment and employee productivity."
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