The Inspired Workspace: Interior Designs for Creativity & Productivity

by Marilyn Zelinsky

Now in paperback, The Inspired Workspace takes readers behind closed doors into the creative soul of more than forty successful firms, offering a rare and intimate look at work environments that contribute to the bottom line. From Paris to New York to Beijing, from the home studio to the office cubical to corporate headquarters, this book shows readers how to set the stage for creativity. The Inspired Workspace is a must for architects, designers, managers, employees, business owners, CEOs, and the self-employed everywhere. It feature more than 200 full-color photographs illustrating unique approaches to work and creativity in both private and public workspaces. This elegant book is the book that provides the ins and outs for creating a truly inspired workspace.

160 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2002

Reviews

[Laura Roberts · Rating 1 out of 5]

JFC, I would go insane in most of these hideous, distracting, even visually DISTURBING workspaces. Not an "inspired" one in the bunch!

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some interesting looks into the unconventional office spaces. While the majority were architecture / marketing firms there were a number of gems from more "traditional" industries. I particularly like Steele Case's "backyard" concept in their executive offices.

Also, there are some fantastic quotes on the pages that remind to think of the "why" of the space rather than just browsing through looking at "cool pictures."