Adaptive Architecture for Post-Pandemic Workspaces: Strategies for Flexibility, Health, & User Well-being in the Evolving Work Environment

Shehnaz Mubeen R

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly transformed the global work environment, challenging traditional spatial models of office design. The shift toward hybrid work culture, increased awareness of health and safety, and the growing integration of digital technology have necessitated a reevaluation of workspace architecture. This paper explores the concept of adaptive architecture as a framework for designing post-pandemic workspaces that prioritize flexibility, resilience, and user well-being. Through literature synthesis and case study analysis, it investigates how spatial reconfigurability, environmental adaptability, and biophilic integration can enhance productivity and sustainability. The paper studies two representative cases-Google?s Bay View Campus (California) and Infosys?s Bengaluru Campus (India)-to understand how global and regional contexts influence adaptive workspace design. Findings suggest that adaptive architecture promotes not only operational efficiency but also psychological comfort and social inclusivity. The research concludes with a proposed Adaptive Design Framework emphasizing modularity, technology-enabled flexibility, and wellness-centric planning principles for future-ready workplaces.

Keywords: Adaptive Architecture, Post-Pandemic Design, Workspace Flexibility, User Well-being, Hybrid Work Culture, Sustainable Interiors

How to Cite?: Shehnaz Mubeen R, "Adaptive Architecture for Post-Pandemic Workspaces: Strategies for Flexibility, Health, & User Well-being in the Evolving Work Environment", Volume 14 Issue 10, October 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 941-945, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251017100334, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251017100334