Office Archive

San Francisco-based luggage designer Waterfied Designs made waves in 2017 with their popular Air Porter carry-on bag. This rugged bag is sleek and stylish, and is constructed from durable ballistic cloth, with leather flaps and panels that are very attractive. However, the Air Porter had a weakness: it was small! This is great if you’re looking for a light, compact carry-on bag, but customers were …

When you take the time to write a letter by hand, it’s clear you’re not just communicating a message. You’re creating something that’s intentionally more artful and personal. And you don’t want your sincere gestures undermined by having your writing interfered with, or adulterated by ink small mistakes. But when you’re writing against a natural grain surface, like an oak desk, you’re going to end …

The most successful companies in the world place value in creating an employee-oriented environment. This means putting health first by creating a comfortable work environment. As a work space, an office is inherently harsh on your overall health. It requires long term use of computer screens, and extended periods of time spent sitting. Thankfully, many offices (including those of the at-home, single dwelling type) are …

Based on HBO’s “Mad Men”, the golden days of business were very different from the ones we have today. Instead of tiny cubicles, we had massive corner offices. In replacement of laptops, we carried briefcases. Instead of catching up on our TPS reports, we spent out lunch enjoying a scotch with our best client. In reality, the contrast between the 60s and today might not …

Some of the most frustrating experiences you can have in an office setting involve being unable to find what you need, when you need it. Anytime you’re on the clock and trying to get something done, your work can come to a grinding halt because of disorganization, and that’s when it’s normal to feel like shouting. Being organized isn’t just about taking a messy space …