- Informal space describes a space used by people who do not typically own the land, it is more temporary
- Collaborative space describes areas for teams to share knowledge and ideas to work together

Informal Collaborative Space

- Formal Space describes more permanent, serious work
- Collaborative Space intersects with formal space when the work collectively is permanent
- it is not a temporary endeavor

Formal Collaborative Space

Hua Y, Loftness V, Kraut R, Powell KM. Workplace Collaborative Space Layout Typology and Occupant Perception of Collaboration Environment. Environment and Planning B: Planning and Design. 2010;37(3):429-448. doi:10.1068/b35011

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- Emphasis of having employees at all levels engage with each other
- Impressions on new hires
- Clients and customers will see these spaces
- Opportunity to host events
- Important beyond work hours

Meeting/ Collaboration Spaces

Workplace Collaborative Space Layout Typology and Occupant Perception of Collaboration Environment

Hua Y, Loftness V, Heerwagen JH, Powell KM. Relationship Between Workplace Spatial Settings and Occupant-Perceived Support for Collaboration. Environment and Behavior. 2011;43(6):807-826. doi:10.1177/0013916510364465

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