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Moving beyond cubicles: How an active workplace design can drive workers' behaviors - EurekAlert


Activity-promoting workplaces could boost physical activity and reduce sitting time among office-based workers. Yet, there are several gaps in the existing literature on how workplace design shapes behavior. Researchers have identified three significant gaps—the impact of workplace culture, the role of overall building layout on workers’ behaviors, and the need for accurate behavioral measures—to pave the way for future research. Their insights are vital in developing interventions that promote active and healthy workplaces.

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