If your people won't come in, the problem isn't your people. It's the office. That's not a popular thing to say in some boardrooms. Return-to-office mandates are back in fashion: three days a week, four days a week, "we expect to see you at your desk." The logic seems simple. Leaders pay for the space, so the space should be used. But a mandate doesn't fix the reason people stayed away. It just forces them to turn up to the same problem. A mandate is a symptom, not a strategy

Walk through a well-designed office and you can usually tell what the designers were aiming for. The light is right, the zones make sense, and there’s a place to focus and a place to collaborate. But a great layout only tells half the story. If people can’t find a free room, the screen won’t connect, or nobody knows which desks are actually used, the design stops working the way it was meant to. That’s why Squaredot and SPOR Group now sit together. Space, technology and user

Walk through almost any office on a Friday afternoon and you'll see it: rows of empty desks, monitors switched off, chairs tucked neatly under. It's easy to blame hybrid working. But the real story is more interesting, and it's been building for years. Across our workplace studies since 2022, average desk utilisation sits at just 42%. On a typical day, more than half the desks you pay to heat, light, clean and furnish are doing nothing at all. That isn't a crisis. It's an opp

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and this year we’re getting behind Pink October in support of Breast Cancer Now. Breast Cancer Now is the UK’s leading breast cancer charity, bringing together research, support and campaigning with the aim of a world without fear of breast cancer. Breast cancer affects around 55,000 women and 400 men in the UK every year, with around one woman diagnosed every 10 minutes. There is also real reason for hope. Thanks to advances in r

Squaredot’s acquisition by SPOR Group has been featured in Inavate, highlighting the coming together of Squaredot’s evidence-led interior design expertise with SPOR Group’s workplace technology and AV capabilities. The coverage reflects a wider shift in workplace design: creating effective environments increasingly requires the physical space, technology and user experience to be considered as one connected experience. The workplace is more than the space around us When

Squaredot’s recent acquisition by SPOR Group has been featured in Business Sale, highlighting the coming together of Squaredot’s workplace design expertise with SPOR’s experience in workplace technology and AV. The move reflects an increasingly important shift in how workplaces are designed: recognising that the physical environment and the technology within it need to work together from the outset. Workplace design is about more than how a space looks A successful work

Press Feature SPOR Group's acquisition of Squaredot was featured in Insider Media (Midlands) on 15 September 2026, under the headline "Interior design consultancy acquired by workplace tech firm: 'strong platform for future growth.'" The article covers the deal itself, Squaredot's design expertise, and the combined client base the two businesses now bring together. Read the original article on Insider Media decisions in Here's a pattern we've seen play out again and aga

Press Feature SPOR Group's acquisition of Squaredot was featured in Interior Designer Magazine on 15 September 2026. The article covers the deal itself, Squaredot's design expertise, and the combined client base the two businesses now bring together. Read the original article on Interior Designer Magazine Here's a pattern we've seen play out again and again over 25 years of workplace design: the booking system says every room is full. Walk the floor, and half of them

Press Feature SPOR Group's acquisition of Squaredot was featured in Installation on 14 September 2026. The article covers the deal itself, Squaredot's design expertise, and the combined client base the two businesses now bring together. Read the original article on Installation Here's a pattern we've seen play out again and again over 25 years of workplace design: a business invests in a bright, well-furnished breakout area. Soft seating, good light, maybe a coffee point. It

Press Feature SPOR Group's acquisition of Squaredot was featured in AV Interactive on 15 September 2026. The article covers the deal itself, Squaredot's design expertise, and the combined client base the two businesses now bring together. Read the original article on AV Magazine Here's a pattern we've seen play out again and again over 25 years of workplace design: a business commissions a beautiful new office. The space planning is thoughtful, the furniture is right, the f

We're proud to share some big news: Squaredot has officially been acquired by SPOR Group, bringing together two businesses that have spent years solving different halves of the same problem. One Team, Not Two For 25 years, Squaredot has focused on the space itself, designing workplaces that people genuinely want to be in. We've delivered more than 980 projects and picked up 25 British Council for Offices (BCO) Awards and finalist placements along the way, including winnin

Walk into most offices at 11am on a Tuesday, and you'll see the same thing: every desk taken, meeting rooms booked back to back, and the coffee machine queue three deep. It looks productive. It looks like the office is "working". But busy and productive are not the same thing, and mistaking one for the other is one of the most expensive assumptions a business can make about its workplace. The assumption that costs businesses millions When most organisations think about their

Creating an effective office design is crucial for fostering productivity, collaboration, and employee satisfaction. The right office design solutions can transform a mundane workspace into an inspiring environment that enhances creativity and efficiency. In this blog post, we will explore various factors to consider when selecting office design solutions, practical examples, and tips to ensure your workspace meets the needs of your team. Understanding Your Needs Before divin

In the ever-evolving world of commercial interior design, staying ahead of the trends is crucial for creating spaces that are not only functional but also inspiring. As we step into 2026, several key trends are emerging that reflect a shift towards sustainability, wellness, and innovative design solutions. This blog post will explore these trends in detail, providing insights and examples to help you understand how to implement them in your own spaces. Emphasis on Sustainabil

Creating a workspace that inspires creativity and productivity is essential in today’s fast-paced world. Whether you are working from home or in a shared office, the design of your workspace can significantly impact your mood and efficiency. This blog post will explore innovative design ideas that can transform your workspace into a more functional and aesthetically pleasing environment. Understanding the Importance of Workspace Design The design of your workspace goes beyond