Workspace, CX, education Strategy & Property Feasibility Consulting
Workplace Strategy
So your office culture and layout is a bit of a mess. Our workplace strategy offering is a comprehensive solution designed to optimise your office space for increased productivity and employee satisfaction. Our expert Laura Heynike conducts a thorough analysis of your current workplace layout and functionality, identifying opportunities for improvement in alignment with your company's goals and objectives.
We provide personalised recommendations and practical solutions to enhance your workspace, including layout design, furniture selection, and technology upgrades. Our services also include project management and employee training to ensure successful implementation of the workplace strategy. Transform your office whether it is for 20-5000 employees into a dynamic and collaborative environment with our innovative workspace solutions.Half Day (4 hours) - Full Day and 2 Day Summits Available
Workspace Assessment: Review of current workplace layout, functionality, and utilisation.
Goal Setting: Identify company objectives and employee needs for workplace improvement.
Design Concepts: Introduction to different workspace design strategies and their benefits.
Interactive Exercise: Group discussion and brainstorming session to gather ideas for workplace enhancements.
Action Planning: Creation of a preliminary action plan for implementing workplace changes.
Objectives Achieved:
Gain insight into current workplace strengths and challenges
Establish clear goals and objectives for workplace improvement
Explore different design concepts and ideas for workplace transformation
Initiate the planning process for implementing workplace changes
Education Strategy
I provide specialised strategy consulting at the intersection of education innovation and interior spatial design, with a unique focus on:
Single-cell classroom optimisation
Dedicated focus zones and sensory-responsive learning spaces
My consulting practice guides schools and educational planners through evidence-based design strategies that enhance student engagement, wellbeing, and learning outcomes. From early-stage planning to post-occupancy review, I help align spatial decisions with pedagogical intent, curriculum needs, and neurodiverse learner support.
Core Offerings:
Strategic design briefs rooted in cognitive and behavioural research
Evaluation of spatial use vs. learning efficiency
Consulting on transitions from open-plan to single-cell classroom models
Focus zone planning for neurodivergent learners and deep work
Stakeholder workshops to align learning goals with interior strategies
Whether you're retrofitting legacy classrooms or designing new builds, I bring strategic clarity and educational insight to every square meter.
Property Feasibility
Our Property Feasibility Service offers expert guidance to help you make strategic decisions when leasing or purchasing commercial properties. Whether you’re optimising your current space and wanting to negotiate with landlord contributions or exploring new options, we work closely with you to understand your needs and goals, ensuring the space you choose aligns with your business strategy.
Through detailed test fits and high-level cost estimates for design-build scenarios, we assess whether a property can meet your requirements and how it can be transformed to suit your vision. We also ensure that your existing furniture and assets will fit comfortably into the proposed layout, maximising both functionality and efficiency. We can guide you through any building consent implications so you are fully educated about your choice.
Our hands-on, collaborative approach means we accompany you through every step of the process. By viewing potential spaces together, we provide valuable insights to make informed decisions that benefit your business long-term.
1. What exactly is a workplace strategy session?
A workplace strategy session is like a blueprint for your office’s future! We'll chat about your company’s goals, team dynamics, and how to optimise your space for productivity, comfort, and style. Think of it as a strategy session for success, where we turn your workplace into a place everyone will actually want to go to.
2. How do I know if my workplace needs a strategy session?
If you’re feeling cramped, disconnected, ships at night due to hybrid working or just know your space isn’t working as well as it could, it's time! Whether you’re moving into a new office, looking to improve team collaboration, or just want to revamp the vibe, our strategy sessions will help pinpoint where to focus your efforts and make your space work harder for you.
3. What happens during the strategy session?
During the session, we’ll dive into understanding your company’s needs, culture, and objectives. We’ll review your current workspace and discuss what’s working, what’s not, and where there’s room for improvement. By the end, you’ll walk away with actionable insights and a roadmap to create a workplace that supports your team’s productivity and happiness. Not only will you have a roadmap, but we will audit all your exisiting furniture and help create an inventory of what you will need for your new (or refurbed) office with a base cost estimate to start your planning.
4. How long does a workplace strategy session take?
Usually, about 60-90 minutes. (Just enough time to have a good chat without interrupting your day too much). Of course, if you want to dive deeper into the details, we’re happy to extend the conversation and make sure we’ve covered everything you need in our comprehensive 4 hour summits which are over two days. Alternatively we can arrange a long term or contract based ongoing consulting role in your organisation for fast & effective long standing results.
5. What’s the next step after the session?
Once we’ve got a clear strategy, we’ll discuss how to implement it. Whether that means a full office redesign, some light tweaks, or just providing you with a detailed cost action plan, we’re here to help make it happen. You can count on us to bring the strategy to life that your CEO is confident to sign off and create a workspace that your team will love.
5. Why us?
If you're seeking a personalised, agile, and deeply empathetic approach to workplace strategy, Pocketspace Interiors, led by Laura Heynike, offers a compelling choice. Our founder-led, hands-on methodology ensures that your workplace strategy is not only aligned with your business goals but also resonates with your team's needs and culture.
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Workplace Topophilia
How to foster a deeper sense of belonging, attachment, and identity.
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The failure of Activity based working
The pros and cons of activity based working and how to make it work for you.
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Embracing an Agility Mindset in Workplace Design
How much space does do employee’s need in an office and what to include.
Make it count
Laura Heynike, the founder of Pocketspace Interiors, brings a hands-on, boutique approach to workplace strategy. She personally conducts in-depth assessments and strategy sessions, ensuring that each project reflects the unique needs and culture of the organisation. This direct involvement often leads to more tailored and agile solutions.
Metrics that matter to us
1. Experience & Portfolio
Number of workplace strategy projects completed
Diversity of industries served
Case studies with measurable impact (e.g., "20% increase in collaboration",
"15% reduction in office footprint")
2. Client Outcomes
Client satisfaction scores or testimonials
Demonstrated ROI on past projects (cost savings, productivity improvements)
3. Methodology
Use of evidence-based design or behavioral insights
Clarity and structure of their strategic framework (e.g., assessment, visioning, implementation)
4. Flexibility & Integration
Ability to scale services to match organisation size
Integration with design, project management, and change management
5. People-Centered Focus
Use of employee involvement (surveys, workshops, interviews)
Inclusivity and accessibility considerations in design
Fields of Foresight Expertise:
Future of Education
Designing strategy for spaces that teach in an environment that students feel inclusive and focussed.Future of Work, Workplace & Healthcare Design
Anticipating the evolution of work modes—hybrid, remote, and in-office—and translating these shifts into flexible, human-centric design strategies that support productivity, collaboration, and wellbeing.Customer Experience (CX) spaces that perform
Strategies that help retail and hospitality brands anticipate change, not just react to it.Spatial Innovation & Optimisation
Designing compact, high-performance environments through modular planning, vertical space utilisation, and future-ready layouts that respond to changing organisational needs.AI-Driven Space Planning & Smart Environments
Exploring how artificial intelligence and data-driven insights can optimise spatial layouts, predict usage patterns, and support real-time design decisions for agile workplaces and commercial interiors.Sustainable Design & Circular Thinking
Applying foresight to reduce environmental impact through material lifecycle planning, adaptive reuse, and systems thinking, aligned with green building and ESG goals.Behavioural Design & Employee Experience
Using space as a strategic tool to influence behaviour, foster culture, and enhance the employee journey—especially as mental health, belonging, and choice become central to workspace planning.Urban Living & Micro-Space Development
Understanding how urbanisation, affordability, and digital work are driving demand for micro-living concepts and compact accommodation, and designing accordingly with foresight and innovation.
