What makes a workspace feel good to work in?

Creating a workplace that supports wellbeing often comes down to the details. Ensuring there is space to recalibrate, connect or simply step away from the desk is vital, particularly as video calls continue to shape day-to-day office life.

Light and outlook play an important role. At Arbor, the vast windows ensure daylight reaches deep into the floorplates, while views across the South Bank provide a constant connection to the outside. Research has consistently highlighted the relationship between daylight exposure, improved mood and overall alertness.

Access to fresh air and outdoor space adds another layer. Each floor at Arbor opens onto a terrace, offering a place to reset, reflect or catch up with colleagues.

Providing quieter spaces to concentrate is equally important. As noise continues to be a challenge in many offices, the ability to step away and focus without distraction can make a meaningful difference. At Arbor, the fully-fitted floors include separate meeting rooms and private pods, creating areas for focused work away from background noise.

Taken together, these elements shape a more balanced working environment, where wellbeing is supported through everyday experience rather than a single intervention.

Mental Health Awareness Week offers a timely moment to reflect on how workplaces can better support wellbeing day to day.