Insights & Inspiration

In September, NoMad Collab brought together the Design Confidential panel, hosted by Heartwork’s founder, Karen John. The discussion offered a behind the scenes look at the design philosophy, approach, and processes that each of the NoMad Collab brands share.

After speaking to clients, it was clear you were ready for another biophilic solution: a planter that doesn’t have to be stacked on top of other storage. Enter: our Flora Freestanding Planter. Keep reading to learn why you’re going to love this fresh design.

Let’s face it, each person brings “stuff” with them when they walk through the doors of their office each day. Where they put their belongings, and consideration to how they secure them, is crucial to create a space that functions as well as it looks.

It’s exactly what it sounds like, and more.
Static design is a relic of the past. Why? In today’s world, change happens more often and in bigger ways than ever before. Which means companies that invest in their employees have all but ditched the traditional, desk-centric offices popularized decades ago. Spaces today need to be dynamic and designed to evolve. 

Last month, Karen John, CEO of Heartwork, and Natalie Hartkopf, CEO of Hightower, hosted an intimate sustainability panel discussion at NoMad Collab in NYC...

Heartwork has expanded its Building Block Collection with stylish new storage solutions, including Open Frame Stackers, Cubby & Hutch Stackers, and Closed Cubbies, designed to enhance workspace organization and adaptability. These innovative additions combine clean aesthetics with functional organization, offering tailored solutions for modern work environments.

Heartwork promotes a vibrant office culture by implementing innovative storage solutions that enhance collaboration and foster a sense of community among teams. By creating dedicated communal and project-based storage areas, we empower employees to share resources effectively and engage more deeply in their work.

Heading into 2025, workspace design is taking its cues from what really matters: humans. We’re talking about spaces built for how people think, feel, and connect—not just how they work. Here’s what’s inspiring us.

As we approach a new year, it’s the perfect time to consider meaningful ways to support the "whole" employee—their full range of needs, motivations, and personal goals—beyond just aesthetics and functionality. This means creating environments that not only look good but also inspire, empower, and foster a sense of belonging for each person, helping them feel valued both as individuals and as part of the team.

In today’s world, companies need to adapt in supporting people’s best work, facilitating both focused time and team collaboration. Our modular storage solutions allow individuals and teams to create flexible, innovative spaces without the need for permanent walls or major rearrangements, making storage an integral part of the daily office flow.

Explore that way in which Heartwork's storage solutions support flexible, sustainable, and inclusive workspaces that adapt to today’s dynamic office needs, helping teams feel connected, grounded, and ready for the future of work.

We recently co-hosted with Love Good Color a panel of leading color experts and workspace designers at Heartwork and came away with some timely takeaways.

From color as a conversation tool, to the importance of color in humanizing schools and healthcare settings, we all agreed it’s a vital and essential ingredient in today’s physical spaces.