workspaces
Where tasks happen
Workspaces are dedicated areas for getting work done.
The term covers physical spaces—an office, a studio, a corner of a room with a desk—and digital environments where applications and files are organized: I keep my design projects in a separate workspace.
In software, a workspace often refers to a saved arrangement of windows, tools, or project files that can be reopened as a unit.
Single-person sitting furniture
- deskFurniture for writing
- monitorDisplay or supervisor
- keyboardArray of input keys
- mouseSmall gnawing mammal
posture · lumbar support · adjustable · standing desk · footrest · wrist rest · comfort · eye strain
Residential work area
- laptopPortable hinged computer
- Wi-FiWireless network standard
- VPNEncrypted network connection
- ZoomVideo call platform
Slack · cloud storage · screen sharing · teleconference · coworking · digital nomad · flextime · asynchronous
Creative professional's workspace
- drafting tableInclined desk for sketching
- inspiration boardCurated visual reference collection
- mood boardVisual inspiration collection
- maker spaceCommunal workshop for projects
art supplies · craft table · lightbox · easel · model shop · think tank · sandbox
Flat-topped work furniture
- cubiclesPartitioned office spaces
- partitionsBarriers dividing a space
- conference roomEnclosed space for meetings
- break roomStaff relaxation space
reception · whiteboard · filing cabinets · office supplies · printer · scanner · copy machine · shredder
Sequential task progression
- task managementCoordinating duties and deadlines
- focusConcentrated attention point
- efficiencyProductive without waste
- organizationStructured group with purpose
time management · prioritization · scheduling · deadlines · goal setting · output · optimization · concentration
Space for scheduled gatherings
- brainstormingGenerating many ideas freely
- whiteboardErasable marker writing surface
- shared spaceArea for collective use
- video conferencingReal-time audiovisual communication online
teamwork · communication · coordination · co-creation · war room · design studio · innovation lab · creative hub
chair
Single-person sitting furniture
mouse · posture · lumbar support · adjustable · standing desk · footrest · wrist rest · comfort · eye strain · back pain
home office
Residential work area
Zoom · Slack · cloud storage · screen sharing · teleconference · coworking · digital nomad · flextime · asynchronous · time zone
studio
Creative professional's workspace
- drafting tableInclined desk for sketching
- inspiration boardCurated visual reference collection
- mood boardVisual inspiration collection
maker space · art supplies · craft table · lightbox · easel · model shop · think tank · sandbox
desks
Flat-topped work furniture
- cubiclesPartitioned office spaces
- partitionsBarriers dividing a space
- conference roomEnclosed space for meetings
break room · reception · whiteboard · filing cabinets · office supplies · printer · scanner · copy machine · shredder · water cooler
workflow
Sequential task progression
- task managementCoordinating duties and deadlines
- focusConcentrated attention point
- efficiencyProductive without waste
organization · time management · prioritization · scheduling · deadlines · goal setting · output · optimization · concentration · planning
meeting room
Space for scheduled gatherings
- brainstormingGenerating many ideas freely
- whiteboardErasable marker writing surface
- shared spaceArea for collective use
video conferencing · teamwork · communication · coordination · co-creation · war room · design studio · innovation lab · creative hub
- DevOpsdeployment, pipeline, rollout, containers, automation
- Desktop InterfacesGNOME, Pantheon, Cinnamon, awesome, sway
- multitasking featuressplit screen, picture-in-picture, app switching, task manager, background apps
- teamworkteamwork, co-op mode, collaborate, team games, assists
- CMS featurestemplates, modules, plugins, extensions, themes
- desktop customizationwallpaper, wallpapers, themes, icons, cursors
workspaceslounges
Reclines idly or waiting areas
bedrooms · rest areas · living rooms · recreation rooms · break rooms
workspacesplay areas
Designated recreation spaces
playrooms · rest stops · game rooms · dormitories · entertainment centers
- virtual workspaceOnline shared work environment
- shared workspaceCommunal professional environment
- clean workspaceOrganized area for work
- remote workspaceLocation for working remotely
- digital workspaceOnline environment for professional tasks
- quiet workspaceLow-noise area for concentration