Open Plan Office

Open-plan offices, while offering flexibility and collaboration, present significant challenges regarding acoustics, lighting, and energy efficiency. Current research focuses on improving these aspects through technological interventions, such as employing mobile robotic partitions for adaptable workspace configurations and deep reinforcement learning algorithms for optimizing HVAC energy consumption. These efforts aim to enhance occupant comfort, productivity, and well-being while reducing environmental impact, contributing to a more effective and sustainable workplace design.

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