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When we talk about organisational culture, we often refer to abstract values: trust, openness, collaboration. Yet culture doesn’t live on paper – it lives in conversations, behaviours, and everyday interactions. The Work Café is the space where these cultural elements become not only visible, but truly tangible.

The crucial point: it’s not just about the space itself, but about what that space makes possible – and how consciously designed furniture enables and amplifies these processes.

In modern office life, places to retreat are just as important as inspiring meeting places. This requires spaces that combine tranquillity, elegance and discretion – exactly where the Work Café archetype 'Club' comes into play. As a versatile room type, it offers a relaxed, stylish environment for all working modes and creates a special atmosphere reminiscent of an exclusive business lounge.

Today’s working world is dynamic, hybrid, and shaped by evolving needs. Companies face the challenge of creating environments that foster both productivity and social interaction. This is exactly where Workcafés come into play – spaces that bridge the gap between coffee kitchens and co-working zones, between exchange and retreat.

With the research report “Workcafé & Co.” and the accompanying brochure “Workcafé & Co. Applications,” Sedus provides concrete answers to how these new spaces can be thoughtfully planned and effectively implemented.

In the modern working world, the boundaries between formal work, social interaction and individual fulfilment are becoming blurred. This is precisely where the Hub Work Café comes in - as a lively meeting point and functional all-rounder, it is the central place in the office where all the threads come together - communicative, collaborative and unconventional. In this article, you will learn more about the Hub archetype and see examples for use in practice.

Experience sustainability, ensure quality, conserve resources – with its Outlet, Sedus is making a strong statement for a circular economy in action and contemporary office design.

The Sedus Outlet in Dogern is not just open to employees – it welcomes everyone looking for high-quality, sustainable, and ergonomic office furniture at attractive prices. On offer are carefully inspected returns from trade fairs, exhibitions, photo shoots, and showroom samples that now embark on a new phase of life, under the motto “Second Life.”

Design that matters. Values that endure. In 2025, Sedus reaffirms its position as a forward-thinking leader in workspace solutions – with six new products that have received international acclaim for combining sustainability, functionality and exceptional design. Recognised by both the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Award, these solutions reflect a holistic design philosophy built on responsibility and relevance.

At Clerkenwell Design Week in May 2025, we had the pleasure of meeting Hannah Nardini – one of the UK’s leading workplace strategists. With her team at WKSpace, she is dedicated to helping organisations create meaningful and future-oriented work environments. Every strategy begins with thorough data analysis and close collaboration with employees across all levels – including workshops to understand priorities, explore cultural readiness for change, and align on a shared vision. Internally, the WKSpace team practises what it preaches: working flexibly from offices, client spaces, cafés and public transport. For Nardini, reliable Wi-Fi, ergonomic furniture, quiet zones and a well-considered design that supports both functionality and wellbeing are essential features of any workspace.

In a working world that is increasingly focusing on flexibility, creativity and collaboration, work cafés are becoming more and more important as hybrid meeting zones in the office. They combine an informal atmosphere with functional design and create spaces that invite people to work, exchange ideas and linger. However, not every work café is the same - different environments are required depending on the mood, task or needs of the employees.

With the new HUB in Düsseldorf, Sedus has created more than just another showroom – it’s the realisation of a long-cherished dream. A place full of life, exchange, and new ideas. A space that not only demonstrates what modern work environments can look like – but makes them tangible.

Two people who helped shape this unique space provide insights into the journey: Mojdeh Barkhordar, Head of the Workspace Design Team, and Marc Goergens, Head of Sales Germany West.

Sedus Stoll AG has officially committed to the Science Based Targets (SBTs) of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), thereby committing itself to short and medium-term climate targets that are in line with the 1.5-degree target of the Paris Climate Agreement. With this step, the company is emphasising its responsibility for climate protection and sending a strong signal for sustainable business practices within the office furniture industry.

Our working world is changing - and so is the office environment. Instead of rigid structures and a constant obligation to be present, we are experiencing a new flexibility. Home offices, remote working and hybrid working models have long been established. It's not just the places where we work that are changing, but also our expectations of the office. Today's employees are looking for inspiring, flexible and welcoming spaces - spaces that are more than just a desk.

In the age of hybrid work, where boundaries between home offices, company headquarters and mobile workspaces continue to blur, the traditional office must be fundamentally reimagined. No longer merely a place of function, the workplace is evolving into an environment that inspires, connects and supports both focused work and collaborative creativity. At the heart of this transformation lie specialised workspaces.

Wellbeing is not a passing trend – it is a fundamental human need. According to Gympass 2024, 93% of employees regard their wellbeing as equally important as their salary. This shift in values is transforming what we expect from our workplaces: from access to natural light and social spaces to acoustic sanctuaries – today’s workforce seeks environments that support them holistically.

In an era of rapid transformation in the world of work, a new spatial concept is gaining prominence: hybrid ductile commons. These environments combine flexibility, community and well-being – forming the foundation of modern, dynamic workplaces.

The nature of everyday work has undergone a profound shift. The traditional 9-to-5 office routine is steadily losing relevance. Instead, many employees now choose to come to the office—not out of obligation, but by intention. What draws them in? Meaningful interaction with colleagues, technical support unavailable at home, or access to benefits and resources that third places—like the café around the corner—simply cannot provide.

This year, Sedus Werksmusik is celebrating its 90th anniversary at its Dogern site. Founded in 1935 by eight Sedus employees, its history has been marked by historical setbacks and musical highlights. The fact that the Werksmusik ensemble still exists today, with around 30 active members, is a real rarity in the region and is therefore being celebrated in style!

Designing a chair is often regarded as one of the most exciting yet challenging tasks for many designers. A chair does not just have to fulfil a function: It must also look good in the room when it is not in use. When designing the new se:café wooden chair, Konstantin Thomas prioritised one key aspect alongside the aesthetics: the materials and workmanship had to be durable and comfortable to use.

In today’s working world, the boundaries between work and leisure are becoming increasingly blurred – places that were once strictly functional are evolving into hybrid, human-centred environments. A prime example of this development is the CLUB: an office café archetype that combines privacy, style, and versatility within one space.

The office of the future is not just a place to work - it is a place of encounter, inspiration and flexibility. At the centre of this change is a space that blurs the boundaries between working, networking and relaxing: the Smart Café. Located between the lounge area and the workplace, it impresses with its well thought-out zoning options, versatile furniture concepts and smart functions.

The new touch display for the se:cube and se:cube max room-in-room solutions is an extension that makes operating the lighting and ventilation much easier and more intuitive. The colour temperature lighting, adapted to the daylight curve, also contributes to greater well-being and productivity in the office.