360 dug through our archives to surface the 10 best reads from the decade.

No matter where you are in the world, new research tells us the conditions needed for successful collaboration are universal.

Adam Grant, author and host of TED’s WorkLife podcast, shares what he’s learning about how to make work not suck.” Teaser alert: “If you want to build trust, you actually want to de-fun. Instead of doing something simple and lighthearted, you actually work with a group of people to solve hard problems that matter.”

Teams are made up of a bunch of “I”s — individuals with unique personalities, skills and needs. On the field or in the office, a team performs at its best when the needs of the group are supported while also addressing the needs of each member. We need to think about the “me within the we.”

The founder of Extremis shares how his company designs differently for the outdoors, how he takes advantage of small outside spaces and why we should all get outside a little more.

Headlines following a new Harvard study declare open offices a “collaboration killer.” But, it doesn’t have to be that way.

Re-envisioning of the work environment. Mackinac system consists of distinct “microzones” that support focused work, collaboration among 2-3 colleagues, privacy for rejuvenation as well as easy accessibility for learning and socializing — all in a compact footprint that works in both a private office or a totally open floor plan.

Best practices for designing to improve performance and wellbeing at work can also be applied to education. Sara Armbruster, Vice

In this behind-the-scenes look at a recent headquarters project, HOK shares how design allows for easy flexibility and growth.

Research suggests companies should make fostering social connections a strategic priority.

What if technology could eliminate many of our workday tensions – and free us up to focus on doing our best work?