Open Plan
A Design History of the American Office (Cultural Histories of Design)
Jennifer Kaufmann-Buhler
Discover the history and evolution of the American open plan office, from its progressive origins to its current dehumanizing reputation. Author Jennifer Kaufmann-Buhler analyzes the design concept and real work spaces inhabited by organizations and workers. Thematic chapters highlight the ideals and technical, material, spatial, and social problems associated with this widely used office design. Kaufmann-Buhler weaves together various perspectives and examples to unravel the assumptions, expectations, and inequities at the core of the open plan concept.
Publish Date
2021-01-14T00:00:00.000Z
2021-01-14T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
5
ISBN
9781350044739
Recommendations
1
Recommendations
2022-07-27T15:21:03.000Z
@Tim_Org This book by @kaufmann_buhler is pretty close, and is excellent – source