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Hot desking – how effective is it?

Hot desking – how effective is it?

Moving towards remote work as a result of the pandemic has influenced some companies to downsize their office space or to abandon having a physical office altogether. Despite the lockdown restrictions having been eased significantly, a lot of workers have decided aga...
Sep 5, 2022
How to set up a perfect student desk?

How to set up a perfect student desk?

The beginning of a new academic year is a perfect moment to think about new and exciting ways to set up your desk so that it’s a perfect space for studying and the knowledge migrates into your brain almost on its own. A well-designed space aids concentration and can ...
Aug 25, 2022
What do you need to know about office ergonomics?

What do you need to know about office ergonomics?

Let’s be honest: the human body isn’t designed to sit at a desk and stare at a monitor in the same position all day long. Lower back pain, neck strain, dry eye syndrome – that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Whether you work in an office or remotely in your own home, ...
Aug 19, 2022
The present and the future of remote work

The present and the future of remote work

Although remote work existed way before 2020, it cannot be denied that the pandemic and subsequent lockdowns contributed greatly to its popularization and change of its perception. At the beginning, it may have seemed to be an emergency measure, a short-term solution...
Aug 17, 2022
How to plan a workation?

How to plan a workation?

Working on vacation – this doesn’t exactly sound like the dream. However, performing your professional duties in a tropical paradise, a quaint little Parisian café, or in a Swiss chalet seems like a tempting alternative to open-space or home offices. Necessity being ...
Aug 4, 2022
The forester’s perspective. Interview with Jakub Wencek

The forester’s perspective. Interview with Jakub Wencek

While exploring the significance of forests in the future of the Earth and of human health, we decided to consult an expert of the matter – a forester Jakub Wencek, also known as @tanczacachmura (dancing cloud) on Instagram. ...
Aug 3, 2022
Dive into the green: tree planting and forest bathing

Dive into the green: tree planting and forest bathing

Living in the concrete jungle can make you feel drained out of life. And one of the best ways to recharge your batteries is to schedule a meeting with mother nature. Spending time in the woods is beneficial not only for your mental health and wellbeing but also for y...
Jul 28, 2022
What is the optimal height for a standing desk?

What is the optimal height for a standing desk?

Sitting at a desk for most of your workday can set you on a path to back pain, cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and other health issues. Standing desks seem to be the perfect solution to this problem, however only under one condition – the desk’s height must be adju...
Jul 21, 2022
What is a digital nomad?

What is a digital nomad?

The popular proverb “Home is where you hang your hat” can be now paraphrased into “Office is where you turn your laptop on”. A nomadic lifestyle in a digital era has become more possible than ever before (well, maybe not during the pandemic, but still). A tempting pe...
Jul 14, 2022
What does "ergonomics" mean

What does "ergonomics" mean

Ergonomics is a big word for a simple concept: designing your workstation to fit your body. This includes adjusting your workspace or choosing furniture that is made for proper support. A lot of people think of ergonomics as only pertaining to office work, but it can...
Jul 6, 2022
How to organize the desk

How to organize the desk

No matter your profession, a cluttered desk can make you feel unorganized and overwhelmed. A clean and tidy desk, on the other hand, can help you focus and be more productive. In this blog post, we will share tips on how to organize your desk so that it works best fo...
Jun 28, 2022
Home  Office: Productivity, Organization, and Work-life Balance

Home Office: Productivity, Organization, and Work-life Balance

Whether you're self-employed or telecommuting for a company, working from home can be a dream come true. On the other hand, it's not as simple as closing your office door and getting down to business. There are a few key things to keep in mind if you want to create a...
Jun 14, 2022
5 interior design trends for 2022 - from japandi to the play of textures

5 interior design trends for 2022 - from japandi to the play of textures

Why do we like to talk about interior design trends so much? Because discussing trends is a starting point for discussing needs, fears, and dreams that are reflected in the places where we live. According to the French philosopher Gaston Bachelard, "the image of the ...
Mar 16, 2022
Year-end motivation and productivity in the Oakywood Team

Year-end motivation and productivity in the Oakywood Team

Returning to work after a long break can be difficult. How is our team doing in this strange period between Christmas and New Year's Eve? Who keeps repeating "any to Friday" and who was the most eager to return to work? Take a look at our blog entry, join our Decembe...
Dec 29, 2021
Things to do in Zakopane. Weekend in Zakopane off the beaten track

Things to do in Zakopane. Weekend in Zakopane off the beaten track

Mountains are definitely our place on Earth! In the mountains, we look for inspiration when creating new designs, and from time to time, immerse ourselves in nature - which always brings peace and relief after the everyday overstimulation. Last but not least, it is h...
Aug 17, 2021
Outdoor Home Office. 3 Inspiring Garden Office Ideas

Outdoor Home Office. 3 Inspiring Garden Office Ideas

For many of us, the hybrid work and study mode has become something more than a temporary solution for times of lockdown. The possibility of partially remote work has become a sought-after benefit for employees, who can thus save time on commuting and stay in a comfo...
Jul 27, 2021
Let's talk! Slow traveling, secret spots, travel bucket list

Let's talk! Slow traveling, secret spots, travel bucket list

Oakywood is a company born out of an openness to people, curiosity about the world, and fascination for nature. It is no wonder then that our entire team, made up of so many different personalities and talents, is united by one particular passion. Traveling is an ins...
Jul 14, 2021
Being close to nature makes us feel alive. Interview with Sara Pawlikowska-Starzyk - Oakywood

Being close to nature makes us feel alive. Interview with Sara Pawlikowska-Starzyk

This sleight of hand allows photographs to be both objective record and personal testimony, both a faithful copy or transcription of an actual moment of reality and an interpretation of that reality. The above words by Susan Sontag seem to perfectly illustrate the na...
Jun 21, 2021
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