This curated exhibition explores the changing nature of workplace design developed by staff and students from Cardiff University’s Master in Architecture design studio, led by Dr Yasser Megahed and Dr Hiral Patel (Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff University). Drawing on extensive research in workplace design, the exhibition features insights from the DEGW archive—a globally influential workplace design consultancy—housed at the University of Reading.
The exhibition will be enriched by collaboration with Dr Florence Phua (University of Reading), whose expertise in human resources brings a socio-psychological lens to the discussion of work environments, bridging design and lived experience.
Event Programme
10.30-11.00: Keynote - 'A postcard from the future workplace'
11.00-11.45: Student-led public tours of the exhibition
12.00-1.00: Workshop on job quality and workplace design
1.00-1.45: Student-led public tours of the exhibition
This event is part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science, which is taking place at universities across the UK between 18th October and 8th November 2025.
