Transforming workspaces
A topological perspective on multi-location work
Alessandra Migliore (Politecnico di Milano)
Alfons van Marrewijk (TU Delft - Design & Construction Management)
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Abstract
While work becomes increasingly flexible, distributed, multi-located, and asynchronous, the understanding of its spatial dimensions is still limited. This study explores the evolving nature of organizational spaces in the context of multi-location work (i.e., when the workplace consists of a multiplicity of locations). Using a topological spatial perspective, we investigate how organizational spaces adapt to meet the demands of multi-location work. Using a mixed-method approach, we investigate the work experiences of academics from three higher education organizations during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. Preliminary results uncover two key topological changes and various linked topological shapes. This research provides a novel lens for understanding the dynamic and relational nature of spatial arrangements in contemporary work practices, offering valuable insights for organizations adapting to changing work landscapes.