In only a few nights, the pandemic upended workspaces globally. After schools, offices were affected the most due to the lockdown that followed twice in one year. With various new norms implemented for hygienic and health safety purposes, designers have taken a different approach to acclimate to the new normal. When one heads on to a venture with a new office, it is crucial to keep in mind the nature of the business. Most offices now work with a hybrid model; thus, the number of people working from the office is relatively small. Gauging the long term outlook can also be volatile. Hence people now tend to invest in smaller offices with a plan for future expansions.
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