Office design for the multi‐generational knowledge workforce
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the impact the workplace can have on knowledge working for a multi‐generational workforce.
Design/methodology/approach
A case study analysis is undertaken of Leeds City Council (LCC) workplace in the UK.
Findings
The findings from the study show that in the context of LCC there are some key differences between the generations regarding knowledge working preferences for formal/informal meeting spaces. In other aspects, such as knowledge sharing, the generations appear to agree on key aspects such as mentoring and team‐based working environments.
Practical implications
Corporate real estate managers can use the research findings to assist them in providing a range of workplace settings to enhance multi‐generational interaction.
Originality/value
This paper fills a gap in current research by evaluating workplace preferences based on generational differences.
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Citation
Joy, A. and Haynes, B.P. (2011), "Office design for the multi‐generational knowledge workforce", Journal of Corporate Real Estate, Vol. 13 No. 4, pp. 216-232. https://doi.org/10.1108/14630011111214428
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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