Design with Impact
Everyone talks about how work is changing. Let’s talk about what to do about it. We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redefine the workplace. Our approach addresses the human need of employees to improve their wellbeing, fosters a sense of community and connection, and helps organisations navigate, prepare and design for change.
![A collage of images featuring greenery, a person pushing a chair under a table with a city landscape in the background, people walking on a pedestrian crossing and a discussion among colleagues.](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/4416a3ba7a4c5f2e/W-MK_WA_DesignWithImpact_Hero.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&ar=16%3A9&fit=crop&w=400)
It's not just about bringing people together. It's about what happens next.
Beyond one size fits all
A global survey of desk-based employees shows they expect flexibility in where (81%) and when (93%) they work. When they get it, they feel more focused and productive. Yet the vast majority (85%) want the option to come to a physical workplace.
Source: Future Forum Pulse, February 2023
![A data visual showing that 85% of employees want the option to spend some time in the office.](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/3ce1dcb95efb7a60/W-MK_WA_DesignWithImpact_5050_2.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&ar=16%3A9&fit=crop&w=400)
More than a destination
Employees recognise the benefits of being together. To maximise those benefits – for employees and their organisation – their workplace needs to provide spaces optimised for what they want to do there. This ranges from spaces to collaborate, meet, socialise and receive mentorship, to quiet spots for heads-down focus.
![Three employees collaborating around a screen, while two other employees interact in a separate space.](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/4aa6ca5087d4b07d/W-MK_WA_DesignWithImpact_5050_1.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&ar=16%3A9&fit=crop&w=400)
Uncover the purpose of your place
Three opportunities for impact emerged from our ongoing research and discussions with clients about their most pressing needs: wellbeing, connection and change. Let's work together to understand these opportunities within your organisation and uncover the purpose of your place.
![A collage of images showing a variety of workplaces.](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/4905ee4975e37eec/W-MK_WA_UnlockThePowerOfPresence_Hero_16x9.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&ar=16%3A9&fit=crop&w=400)
Wellbeing
A business can only thrive when its employees are thriving. Learn how Design with Impact can support employee wellbeing by improving physical, psychological and social experiences.
![An illustration representing wellbeing on a yellow gradient background.](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/7df157ab543d1464/W-MK_WA_Wellbeing.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&ar=16%3A9&fit=crop&w=400)
Connection
Discover how Design with Impact can prepare workplaces to host the types of rich, interpersonal connections between colleagues, both in-person and remote, that add up to a shared sense of purpose.
![An illustration representing connection on a blue gradient background.](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/4ed242919ee00e40/W-MK_WA_Connection.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&ar=16%3A9&fit=crop&w=400)
Change
While organisations must change to succeed, the uncertainty that comes with constant change can feel unsettling. Find out how flexible work environments can help people get comfortable with change.
![An illustration representing change on a green gradient background.](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/350d2a9cd90661e9/W-MK_WA_Change.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&ar=16%3A9&fit=crop&w=400)
Hungry for more?
Explore more ways we can help you expand your impact on your organisation and the world.
![Artistic interpretation of an architect holding floorplans for a furniture installation, with pink, black and red shapes representing office settings. A diverse representation of people in the top right corner.](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/151ab58d1fdf1be3/W-MK_WA_DesignWithImpact_Routing1.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&w=400)
Ideas in action
Dive into insights from our own research, our work with clients and perspective-shifting conversations that we host with experts from a range of fields.
![A yellow gradient background with three black squares stacked on top of one another.](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/63dad721ec5a30ea/W-MK_WA_DesignWithImpact_Routing3.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&w=400)
Newsletter
Our newsletter delivers insights, design ideas, project profiles and more Design with Impact content – right to your inbox.
![Mac Collins and Sean Sutcliffe Portrait, Iklwa](https://images.hermanmiller.group/m/57221821a99703b4/W-MK_WA_DesignWithImpact_Routing2.png?auto=format%2Ccompress&w=400)
Better World
We work to ensure that design has a positive impact not only on the people who use it, but also on the planet and the community at large.